Television content seems to be evolving (surprisingly…). From drab saas-bahu tear jerkers, which at one point of time were pegged to solve the water shortage in our country, to content today which is much more superior and relevant. ZEE TV's new show 'Aapki Antara' is a perfect fit to this description.The show revolves around the life of a 5 year old autistic girl - Antara. The challenges of an autistic child are showcased through a very strong and gripping storyline, where in the first episode itself Antara loses her mother. Added to this is another twist in which it is shown that she is an illegitimate child. Antara's father, Aditya who was until then unaware of his illegitimate child, ends up taking custody of Antara.
Helplessness of a father is shown through some delicate moments where he finds it difficult to comprehend and deliver to her needs. A unique aspect of the show is that it explains the condition and behaviour of autistic people and the way they should be dealt with, in a highly sensitive and authentic manner.
Lead actor Zynah, who plays Antara does a convincing job as an autistic child. Her innocent face and twinkling eyes have touched the audience's hearts. The story has many tender moments. There was one emotional sequence where she points out gazing into the sky, alternatively to the star and herself and repeats, "Antara… Maa, Antara … Maa" as she believes her mother is now a star in the sky. Although brilliant in Maths, she doesn't shine like other students in school due to her withdrawn nature. You feel hurt to see her shunned by the teacher, to see other kids harass her as she innocently walks away from them. You feel a parent's pain when eventually Aditya contemplates leaving her in an orphanage.
On this differentiated effort, Nitin Vaidya, COO ZEEL and Business head for ZEE TV says, "We aim to increase awareness about the condition of autism through our show. We've done detailed research on this topic and met several NGOs to ensure we present the right perspective to our viewers. The show has received encouraging response. People are extending help by sharing their experiences and supporting us in our endeavour."
In times when the war of TRP's is hotting up between channels, it's a bold decision taken by ZEE to go off the beaten path from a standardised success formula. The topic of autism is a sensitive one and the show a brave experiment. We hope this show will break barriers and bring the topic out of the closet. Do tune-in Mon-Fri at 8:30pm and check this one out!
Zaynah Vastani aka Antara is just five years old but she has big dreams for her future. The little wonder in a hearty chat reveals what she aims to be when she grows-up. The bubbly actress wants become a piano teacher.
Zaynah Vastani aka Antara is just five years old but she has big dreams for her future. The little wonder in a hearty chat reveals what she aims to be when she grows-up. The bubbly actress wants become a piano teacher.
It's both fun and work on the sets of Zee's Aap Ki Antra for the kiddies. The tiny tots Zaynah (Antara) and Abhishek (Raj) have grown to be great peeps. Though, you may find Antara very quite on the show; but its total role reversal, when it comes to take care of her little on-screen brother.
As per the sources, "Zaynah has got so attached to Raj; she makes sure Raj eats with her, and is well taken care of by everyone."
"Not only does she act like his elder sister; but sometimes she also lets him play his favourite game "gully cricket' with the crew members, while she finishes his homework! Even Raj, who otherwise is a brat and doesn't listen to anyone, has started listening to Zaynah," adds the source.
The two gel well with each other. "They also share a great rapport with their on-screen mom and dad. Antara likes to play with her director uncle on the sets. The two kids have a blast on the sets," concludes the source.
Raj is a lucky boy as he now has an elder sis to help him for everything, especially homework!
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Aapki Antara is about a special child, Antara who lives with her family. Antara's family consists of her father (Darshan), mother (Prabhleen Sandhu), brother and grandmother (Sujata Kumar).
Due to her autism, Antara is unable to bond with her family and does not have any friends. Though shunned by the world, Antara observes it closely and has definitive views on everything. Wil...
Antara (Zynah) plays an autistic child in Aapki Antara, produced by Drishtant Productions and directed by Sanjay Surkar for Zee TV.
Aapki Antara is about a special child, Antara who lives with her family. Antara's family consists of her father (Darshan), mother (Prabhleen Sandhu), brother and grandmother (Sujata Kumar).
Due to her autism, Antara is unable to bond with her family and does not have any friends. Though shunned by the world, Antara observes it closely and has definitive views on everything. Will Antara's innocence and outlook change others
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Zaynah Vastani and Ziyah Vastani are the new two little cute kids in Indian movie world. The little celebrities are Identical twins, aged and has handful of offers from big and small screens.
Zaynah aged five, plays the role of the autistic child Antara Verma in Zee TV's Aap Ki Antara.
Aapki Antra deals with the life of the girl and how she affects the lives of those she encounters during her journey of life. Aapki Antra, the Zee TV soap opera which premiered on June 1, 2009 has become top in the viewership charts with the help of Zaynah.
Zaynah, has an identical twin Ziyah, who also is in the movie world. Ziyah plays Darsheel Safary's sister in the upcoming bollywood movie Bum Bum Bole. Zaynah has appeared in several ads like Britania, Godrej, Santoor, Sunsilk and Peposdent along with her twin.
Aap Ki Antara to take a leap
It has been nearly two months since Aap Ki Antara started, and the buzz is that the show will take a leap in a couple of months.