Produced by Subodh along with Manjiri Bhave, under the name Kanha’s Magic Shubhmangal Online is an exciting Marathi drama-romance that aired Colors Marathi from 28 September 2020 through 18 September 2021. The show aired two hundred and eighty episodes filled with heartfelt, emotional storytelling.
Telecast Timing: The show ran from Monday to Saturday at 9:30 pm (IST) every episode lasted around 22 minutes . The show could also be streamed on OTT platforms such as JioCinema along with Voot.
Shubhmanga Onine Leading Cast
- Sayali Sanjeev is Sharvari Gawaskar as an energetic, outgoing young woman who’s online relationship grows during lockdown, reflecting her own happiness both on and offscreen.
- Suyash Tilak portrays Shantanu Sadavarte who is a reserved and successful airline professional who’s initially uncertain about marriage. She eventually accepts love on screen.
Supporting Ensemble
- Sukanya Kumari acting as the character Anupama Savarte — who is the worried maternal mother to Shantanu.
- Milind Phatak Anand Ingle, Archana Nipankar (as Rucha Gawaskar), Rushikesh Wamburkar Guru Divekar, Ankita Joshi, Samidha Guru (as Aishwarya Randive), Smital Haldankar, Madhuri Bharti Asmita Khatkhate and many more make the family canvas more appealing with amazing performances and shocking twists.
Story Premise & Emotional Arc
The story is set against the backdrop of locked-down marriage, Sharvari and Shantanu join into a fixed marriage that they arrange online but never having had a personal meeting, but only via video calls. As their relationship grows into a love affair, the series examines modern relationships, generational gaps and family expectations through the lens of digital.
Sharvari offers warmth and a sense of spontaneity; Shantanu offers sincerity and the rigors of. Their contrasting personalities–fun-loving versus introverted–create engaging chemistry. The story is focused on how online connections develop into real friendships in uncertain times .
Creative Team & Music
The production was directed by Vaibhav Chinchalkar and Nishant Surve, and the storytelling contributions from Manish Dalvi Jitendra Gupta, as well as Vaibhav Chinchalkar. Screenplay and dialogues were created in the hands of Jeet Bodinge and Prasad Kumthekar. Its title song, which was sung by Aniruddha Joshi and Sharayu Date was well-known for its cheerful tune.
Why Shubhmangal Online Resonated
- Unique basis The idea of a lockdown-era digital marriage resonated with viewers who were navigating their own life-changing pandemic.
- A fresh pairing The chemistry of Sayali and Suyash created a genuine and likable chemistry to each romance video.
- A positive tone The producer Subodh Bhave emphasized light, positive entertainment that encourages family time without heavy drama or criminal.
- Relevance to culture It embodies the new normal in which digital life influences emotional connections.
It celebrated important milestones like the show’s 100th episode in 2021’s early years and the cast expressed gratitude to the fans for their loyalty. The show’s relatable plot, engaging actors, and a realistic portrayal of love between young and old has made it a popular show among Marathi viewers.
For those who are looking for a quaint, modern-day love story laced with familial comfort, Shubhmangal Online was a delightful blend of modernity and traditional that captivated viewers throughout its time for a few weeks on the Colors Marathi and also on digital platforms.