Saru (TV series)

Saru
Genre	Drama Romance
Country of origin	India
Original language	Hindi
No. of seasons	1
No. of episodes	166
Production
Production locations	Rajasthan Mumbai
Camera setup	Multi-camera
Running time	22 minutes
Production company	Shashi Sumeet Productions
Original release
Network	Zee TV
Release	12 May 2025 (2025-05-12) – present
Related
Mutyala Muggu

Saru is an Indian Hindi-language television drama series that premiered on 12 May 2025 ^[1] on Zee TV. The show is produced by Shashi Sumeet Productions. Set against the backdrop of rural Rajasthan and Mumbai, the series stars Mohak Matkar in the titular role of Saru, alongside Shagun Pandey and Anushka Merchande in pivotal roles.

Plot

The show tells the inspiring story of Saru, a young woman from a small village in Rajasthan who dreams of making a mark in the world beyond her traditional surroundings. Passionate about kabaddi and education, she aspires to become a district collector — a dream considered unrealistic by many in her conservative community.

Encouraged by her determination and supported by her values, Saru moves to Mumbai to pursue higher education. However, her new life brings unexpected challenges — adjusting to city life, battling discrimination, and dealing with rivals like Anika, a privileged and manipulative classmate who resents Saru's growing popularity.

Saru's life takes a turn when she meets Ved, a kind-hearted college lecturer who becomes both her mentor and emotional support. As Saru strives to balance ambition, family responsibilities, and love, she faces choices that test her resilience and self-belief. The show explores themes of female empowerment, social mobility, and the conflict between tradition and modern aspirations. ^[2]

Cast

Main

• Mohak Matkar as Saru — A bright and ambitious village girl who dreams of becoming a district collector. ^[3]
• Shagun Pandey as Ved — A college lecturer in Mumbai who supports and motivates Saru. ^[4]
• Anushka Merchande as Anika — The main antagonist; a wealthy and arrogant student who constantly tries to humiliate Saru. ^[5]

Recurring

• Kamalika Guha Thakurta as Saru's mother — A traditional yet loving woman torn between supporting her daughter and societal expectations. ^[6]
• Niilam Paanchal as Ved's mother — A sophisticated woman from Mumbai who initially disapproves of Saru. ^[7]
• Swati Chitnis as Daadi (grandmother) — The family elder and moral compass.
• Rajesh Balwani as Saru's father — A kabaddi coach who instills discipline and values in Saru.
• Pankit Thakker ^[8]
• Sonica Handa
• Vibhaa Bhagat
• Simmi Dixit
• Zeel Thakkar ^[9]
• Vishal Sharma
• Mayank Shehkhar

Adaptations

Language	Title	Original release	Network(s)	Last aired	Notes
Telugu	Mutyala Muggu ముత్యాల ముగ్గు	7 March 2016	Zee Telugu	22 August 2019	Original
Tamil	Azhagiya Tamil Magal அழகிய தமிழ் மகள்	28 August 2017	Zee Tamil	14 June 2019	Remake
Kannada	Kamali ಕಮಲಿ	28 May 2018	Zee Kannada	7 October 2022
Malayalam	Kabani കബനി	11 March 2019	Zee Keralam	27 March 2020
Hindi	Saru सरू	12 May 2025	Zee TV	Ongoing
Marathi	Kamali कमळी	30 June 2025	Zee Marathi

References

1. "ZEE TV to launch new drama 'Saru' highlighting a village girl's pursuit of education". BizAsiaLive. 2025-05-09. Archived from the original on 2025-05-13. Retrieved 2025-10-26.
2. "Zee TV's Saru brings the inspiring journey of a small-town girl chasing big dreams". Masala. 2025-04-11. Retrieved 2025-10-26.
3. "Mohak Matkar, set to play the lead in the TV show Saru, says, 'I jumped in the water for a shot while I didn't know how to swim'". The Times of India. 2025-04-22. ISSN   0971-8257 . Retrieved 2025-10-26.
4. "Shagun Pandey to play the male lead as Ved Birla in upcoming show Saru; says 'He's dependable and always stands up for the people he loves'". The Times of India. 2025-05-12. ISSN   0971-8257 . Retrieved 2025-10-26.
5. "Anushka Merchande on playing the antagonist in Saru, says 'It's rare to come across a script that feels powerful'". The Times of India. 2025-05-02. ISSN   0971-8257 . Retrieved 2025-10-26.
6. "Kamalika Guha Thakurta on playing the role of Kamini Nani in Saru; says 'I was instantly drawn to her unapologetic ambition'". The Times of India. 2025-05-23. ISSN   0971-8257 . Retrieved 2025-10-26.
7. "Mohak Matkar on working with Nilam Panchal, says 'She helped me discover the emotional complexity of Saru with compassion'". The Times of India. 2025-06-26. ISSN   0971-8257 . Retrieved 2025-10-26.
8. "Exclusive - Pankit Thakker takes centre stage in upcoming TV show Saru; says 'This show has been a journey of self-discovery for me'". The Times of India. 2025-05-12. ISSN   0971-8257 . Retrieved 2025-10-26.
9. "Balika Vadhu 2 actor Zeel Thakkar joins the cast of TV show Saru". The Times of India. 2025-05-05. ISSN   0971-8257 . Retrieved 2025-10-26.

External links

• Saru at IMDb
• Saru at ZEE5