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{{About|the 2019 TV series|the 2002 TV series|Sanjivani (2002 TV series)|other uses|Sanjeevani (disambiguation){{!}}Sanjeevani}} | |||
{{Infobox television | {{Infobox television | ||
| image = Sanjivani2019.jpeg | |||
| image | | image_size = | ||
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| caption | | runtime = 22 minutes | ||
| genre = [[Medical drama]] | |||
| runtime | | director = Abhijit Das<br />Jackson Sethi | ||
| genre | | producer = [[Siddharth P. Malhotra]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/television/soaps/story/always-pressure-recreating-cult-classic-sanjivani-creator-1579673-2019-08-11|title=Always pressure recreating cult classic: Sanjivani creator|website=India Today|date=11 August 2019 }}</ref> | ||
| director | | starring = [[Surbhi Chandna]]<br />[[Namit Khanna]]<br />[[Mohnish Bahl]]<br />[[Gurdeep Kohli]]<br />[[Gaurav Chopra]]<br /> [[Sayantani Ghosh]] | ||
| producer | | opentheme = | ||
| starring | | country = India | ||
| opentheme | | language = Hindi | ||
| country | | network = [[Star Plus]] | ||
| language | | company = Alchemy Films Private Limited | ||
| network | | first_aired = {{start date|df=yes|2019|8|12}}<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/television/video/here-s-when-surbhi-chandna-s-sanjivani-2-will-premiere-1567729-2019-07-12|title=Here's when Surbhi Chandna's Sanjivani 2 will premiere|last=|first=|date=12 July 2019|website=India Today|access-date=}}</ref> | ||
| company | | last_aired = {{end date|df=yes|2020|3|13}}<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/sanjivani-2s-last-episode-to-go-on-air-surbi-chandna-shares-various-looks-as-dr-ishani-and-calls-it-a-fulfilling-experience/articleshow/74609336.cms|title=Sanjivani 2's last episode to go on air; Surbhi Chandna shares various looks as Dr Ishani and calls it a 'fulfilling experience'|last=|first=|date=13 March 2020|website=The Times of India|access-date=}}</ref> | ||
| first_aired | | num_seasons = 1 | ||
| last_aired | | num_episodes = 155 | ||
| num_seasons | | related = ''[[Sanjivani (2002 TV series)]]'' | ||
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'''''Sanjivani''''' (international title: '''''The Frontliners''''') is an Indian [[medical drama]] television series which aired from 12 August 2019 to 13 March 2020 on the [[Star Plus]] channel.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/sanjivani-2-surbhi-chandna-namit-khannas-show-to-premiere-in-august/articleshow/70383275.cms|title=Sanjivani 2: Surbhi Chandna, Namit Khanna's show to premiere in August|last=|first=|date=25 July 2019|website=The Times of India|language=en|access-date=}}</ref> Produced by Alchemy Films, it starred [[Surbhi Chandna]], [[Namit Khanna]], [[Mohnish Bahl]], [[Gurdeep Kohli]] and [[Gaurav Chopra]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/television/sanjivani-reboot-star-plus-5780644/|title=Surbhi Chandna, Namit Khanna, Mohnish Bahl and Gurdeep Kohli to star in Sanjivani reboot|last=|first=|date=14 June 2019|website=The Indian Express|access-date=}}</ref> ''Sanjivani'' is a rebooted version of the 2002 series [[Sanjivani (2002 TV series)|of the same name]].<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://mumbaimirror.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tv/surbhi-chandna-and-namit-khanna-join-mohnish-bahl-and-gurdeep-kohli-for-sanjivanis-reboot/articleshow/69780722.cms|title=Surbhi Chandna and Namit Khanna join Mohnish Bahl and Gurdeep Kohli for Sanjivani's reboot|last=|first=|last2=|first2=|date=|website=Mumbai Mirror|language=en|access-date=|last3=|last4=|first4=}}</ref> | |||
It follows the lives of Dr. Ishani Arora and Dr. Siddhant "Sid" Mathur, who have opposing personalities, yet struggle with attraction to each other as they navigate the difficulties of their lives and careers at Sanjivani Hospital. | |||
It follows the lives of Dr. Ishani Arora and Dr. Siddhant "Sid" Mathur | |||
==Plot== | ==Plot== | ||
Dr. Ishani Arora is | Dr. Ishani Arora is devout, ethically minded, and responsible. Dr. Siddhant "Sid" Mathur is carefree, flirty, and focused on getting the job done. Unable to understand each other, the two start off disliking each other. As Ishani and Sid work together, a friendship sparks between them. Misunderstandings occasionally divide the two, but they find resolution. Slowly the two develop feelings for each other, and eventually confess their feelings. Meanwhile, Dr. Asha Kanwar gets pregnant with Dr. Aman Gehlot's child out of wedlock. Unable to handle the situation, Dr. Aman runs away. Sid fakes being married to Dr. Asha to protect her [[unborn child]]. Ishani is left heartbroken, but later learns the truth. Under Vardhan Makhija's instructions, Asha plots to keep Sid and Ishani separated, since Vardhan wants to use Sid to get revenge on Dr. Shashank Gupta. Ishani, with the help of Dr. Rahil Shekhar, investigates the matter and tries to warn Sid about Asha and her intentions. Initially Sid does not believe her but eventually learns the truth. A furious Sid exposes Asha in front of the staff of Sanjivani. Ishani is shot protecting Asha and her unborn child. She undergoes [[surgery]] but slips into a coma. Guilty, Asha accepts her misdeeds, backs out of Vardhan's plans and seeks forgiveness. | ||
As Ishani and Sid work together, a friendship sparks between them. Misunderstandings occasionally divide the two, but they | |||
Asha gets pregnant with Aman's child out of wedlock. Unable to handle the situation, Aman runs away. Sid fakes being married to Asha to protect her unborn child. Ishani is left heartbroken, but later learns the truth. | |||
Asha plots to keep Sid and Ishani separated | |||
Ishani | |||
Ishani and Sid decide to marry | ===After A Few Days=== | ||
Ishani recovers. Dr. Shashank dies in a car accident, leaving the Sanjivani staff distraught. Sid learns that Shashank was his father. Ishani and Sid expose Vardhan, and he is arrested. Ishani and Sid decide to marry, but Sid is blackmailed by Ishani's relatives to stay away from her. When Sid does not arrive at the [[Wedding mandapa|mandapa]], Ishani is left devastated. Sanjivani Hospital is shut down. | |||
===3 years later=== | ===3 years later=== | ||
Navratan Singh buys Sanjivani | Navratan Singh buys Sanjivani Hospital and reopens it. Ishani is dejected, but Navratan motivates Ishani to give life a second chance. Ishani sees Sid in a comatose condition, reminding her of her past and bringing back her feelings of sadness. Sid regains his consciousness but has partially lost his memory, but Ishani operates on him and he recalls everything. Sid exposes Ishani's relatives and reveals why he had not arrived to marry her and Ishani is left shocked. Navratan marries Ishani and Sid and the show ends. | ||
Sid exposes Ishani's relatives and reveals why he | |||
==Cast== | ==Cast== | ||
===Main=== | ===Main=== | ||
* [[Surbhi Chandna]] as Dr. Ishani Arora; | *[[Surbhi Chandna]] as Dr. Ishani Arora Mathur: A neurosurgeon; Sid's wife (2019–2020) | ||
* [[Namit Khanna]] as Dr. Siddhant "Sid" Mathur: | *[[Namit Khanna]] as Dr. Siddhant "Sid" Mathur: A neurosurgeon; Roshni and Shashank's son, Anjali's half-brother; Ishani's husband (2019–2020) | ||
* [[Mohnish Bahl]] as Dr. Shashank Gupta: | *[[Mohnish Bahl]] as Dr. Shashank Gupta: The CEO of Sanjivani and a neurosurgeon; Anjali and Sid's father (2019–2020) | ||
* [[Gurdeep Kohli]] as Dr. Juhi Singh: | *[[Gurdeep Kohli]] as Dr. Juhi Singh: A neurosurgeon and the chief of surgery (2019–2020) | ||
* [[Gaurav Chopra]] as Navratan Singh: CEO of Sanjivani(2020) | *[[Gaurav Chopra]] as Navratan Singh: The CEO of Sanjivani (2020) | ||
===Recurring=== | ===Recurring=== | ||
* [[Sayantani Ghosh]] as Dr. Anjali Gupta: HOD of Obstetrics and | *[[Sayantani Ghosh]] as Dr. Anjali Gupta: The HOD of Obstetrics and a gynaecology; Shashank's daughter; Sid's half sister (2019–2020) Anjali was previously portrayed by Sunaina Gulia in the series ''[[Dill Mill Gayye]]''. | ||
* [[Rohit Roy]] as Vardhan Makhija | *[[Rohit Roy]] as Vardhan Makhija; The chief financial officer (2019–2020) | ||
* Rashmi Singh | *Rashmi Singh as Dr. Asha Kanwar (2019) | ||
* Jason Tham as Dr. Neil Lama Lau (2019–2020) | *[[Chandni Bhagwanani]] as Dr. Asha Kanwar (2019) | ||
* Robin Sohi as Dr. Aman Gehlot (2019) | *[[Jason Tham]] as Dr. Neil Lama Lau (2019–2020) | ||
* Kunal Bhan as Dr. Rahil Shekhar | *Robin Sohi as Dr. Aman Gehlot (2019) | ||
* Rahul Choudhry as Dr. Rishabh Vaidya (2019–2020) | *Kunal Bhan as Dr. Rahil Shekhar; Siddhant's best friend (2019–2020) | ||
* [[Ekta Sohini]] | *Rahul Choudhry as Dr. Rishabh Vaidya (2019–2020) | ||
* | *[[Ekta Sohini]] as Roshni Mathur; Shashank's ex-love and Sid's mother (2019) | ||
* [[Khushbu Thakkar]] as Anisha Singh | *Seema Pandey/Ekta Sohni as Roshni Mathur (2020) | ||
* [[Sulakshana Khatri]] as Bebe | *Sameer Khakhar as Guddu Mathur; Roshni's brother; Sid's uncle (2019–2020) | ||
* [[Sheela Sharma]] as Nurse Philo (2019–2020) | *[[Khushbu Thakkar]] as Anisha Singh; Navratan's sister (2020) | ||
*[[Sulakshana Khatri]] as Bebe; Navratan and Anisha's grandmother (2020) | |||
*[[Sheela Sharma]] as Nurse Philo (2019–2020) | |||
*Ahmad Harhash as Dr. Neil Kapoor (2019) | |||
==Adaptations== | ==Adaptations== | ||
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|[[Bengali language|Bengali]] | |[[Bengali language|Bengali]] | ||
|''[[Ekhane Aakash Neel | |''[[Ekhane Aakash Neel (2019 TV series)|Ekhane Aakash Neel]]'' <br> এখানে আকাশ নীল | ||
|23 September 2019 | |23 September 2019 | ||
|[[Star Jalsha]] | |[[Star Jalsha]] | ||
|3 October 2020 | |||
|Remake | |Remake | ||
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==Production== | ==Production== | ||
===Development=== | ===Development=== | ||
''Sanjivani'' is a reboot of the 2002 series [[Sanjivani (2002 TV series)|of the same name]] | ''Sanjivani'' is a reboot of the 2002 series [[Sanjivani (2002 TV series)|of the same name]], but follows the lives of resident doctors Ishani Arora and Sid Mathur at Sanjivani Hospital.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/bollywood/sanjivani-reboot-to-return-in-july-with-namit-khanna-surbhi-chandna-joining-original-cast-members-mohnish-bahl-gurdeep-kohli/story-7WyRQP0hrKJpSc5DGgZ7nK.html|title=Sanjivani sequel 2 return in July with Namit Khanna, Surbhi Chandna joining original cast members Mohnish Bahl, Gurdeep Kohli|last=|first=|date=14 June 2019|website=Hindustan Times|language=en|access-date=}}</ref> [[Mohnish Bahl]] and [[Gurdeep Kohli]] reprise their roles of Dr. Shashank Gupta and Dr. Juhi Singh.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/television/soaps/story/mohnish-bahl-nervous-about-making-tv-comeback-with-sanjivani-2-1576345-2019-08-02|title=Mohnish Bahl nervous about making TV comeback with Sanjivani 2|last=|first=|date=2 August 2019|website=India Today|access-date=}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.timesnownews.com/videos/zoom/telly-talk/gurdeep-kohli-aka-dr-juhi-talks-about-her-comeback-through-sanjivani-2-exclusive/38709|title=Gurdeep Kohli aka Dr. Juhi talks about her comeback through Sanjivani 2 {{!}} Exclusive|last=|first=|date=|website=Times Now|access-date=}}</ref> | ||
The plan for the reboot was announced by producer Siddharth P Malhotra in April 2019 and was confirmed in June 2019.<ref>{{Cite web|last=|first=|date=|title=Popular TV show Sanjivani to return after IPL, Nakuul Mehta, Surbhi Chandna expected as leads|url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/tv/popular-tv-show-sanjivani-to-return-after-ipl-nakuul-mehta-surbhi-chandna-expected-as-leads/story-pWFEEbmy4RYCuhSiadb8fK.html | The plan for the reboot was announced by producer [[Siddharth P. Malhotra]] in April 2019 and was confirmed in June 2019.<ref>{{Cite web|last=|first=|date=19 April 2019|title=Popular TV show Sanjivani to return after IPL, Nakuul Mehta, Surbhi Chandna expected as leads|url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/tv/popular-tv-show-sanjivani-to-return-after-ipl-nakuul-mehta-surbhi-chandna-expected-as-leads/story-pWFEEbmy4RYCuhSiadb8fK.html|access-date=|website=Hindustan Times}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|last=|first=|date=14 June 2019|title=Sanjivani remake announced. First pic of the entire cast features mix of old and new faces|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/television/top-stories/story/sanjivani-remake-announced-first-pic-of-the-entire-cast-features-mix-of-old-and-new-faces-1548687-2019-06-14|access-date=|website=India Today}}</ref> The first look of the series was released on [[National Doctors' Day]] on 1 July 2019.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/television/soaps/story/makers-share-the-first-look-of-sanjivani-reboot-on-national-doctor-s-day-1559514-2019-07-01|title=Makers share the first look of Sanjivani reboot on National Doctor's Day|last=|first=|date=July 2019|website=India Today|access-date=}}</ref> | ||
In September 2019, [[Mohnish Bahl]]'s wife [[Ekta Sohini]] joined the cast as his onscreen wife Roshni Mathur.<ref>{{Cite | In September 2019, [[Mohnish Bahl]]'s wife [[Ekta Sohini]] joined the cast as his onscreen wife Roshni Mathur.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/mohnish-bahls-wife-aarti-to-join-him-on-his-tv-show/articleshow/70935115.cms|title=Mohnish Bahl's wife Aarti to join him on his TV show|last=|first=|date=2 September 2019|website=The Times of India|access-date=}}</ref> She later quit, as the subplot between the two was dropped, and Seema Pandey was cast for the role.<ref name=":2">{{Cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/aarti-bahl-my-journey-in-sanjivani-2-is-over-because-the-makers-decided-against-my-love-track-with-mohnish/articleshow/73083909.cms|title=Aarti Bahl: My journey in 'Sanjivani 2' is over because the makers decided to drop my love track with Mohnish|website=[[The Times of India]] |date=4 January 2020 }}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/aarti-bahl-my-journey-in-sanjivani-2-is-over-because-the-makers-decided-against-my-love-track-with-mohnish/articleshow/73083909.cms|title=Aarti Bahl: My journey in 'Sanjivani 2' is over because the makers decided to drop my love track with Mohnish - Times of India|website=The Times of India|date=4 January 2020|language=en|access-date=2020-01-10}}</ref> In January 2020, Mohnish Bahl also quit, stating he was unable to justify his role.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/why-mohnish-bahl-opted-out-of-sanjivani/articleshow/73228851.cms|title=Why Mohnish Bahl opted out of 'Sanjivani'|last=|first=|date=14 January 2020|website=The Times of India|access-date=}}</ref> | ||
The series was supposed to wrap on 17 January 2020 due to low viewership, but received an extension of three months.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.easterneye.biz/sanjivani-gets-a-three-months-extension/|title=Sanjivani gets a three-months extension|last=|first=|date=|website=Eastern Eye | The series was supposed to wrap on 17 January 2020 due to low viewership, but received an extension of three months.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.easterneye.biz/sanjivani-gets-a-three-months-extension/|title=Sanjivani gets a three-months extension|last=|first=|date=8 January 2020|website=Eastern Eye|access-date=}}</ref> A three-year leap was introduced in January 2020,<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/tv/sanjivani-to-take-3-year-leap-after-mohnish-bahl-and-rohit-roy-s-exit-will-introduce-new-characters/story-ZRaTNUygVhaZaiGdOKuFqL.html|title=Sanjivani to take 3-year leap after Mohnish Bahl and Rohit Roy's exit, will introduce new characters|last=|first=|date=14 January 2020|website=Hindustan Times|access-date=}}</ref> and [[Gaurav Chopra]] was cast as Navratan Singh.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/gaurav-chopraa-to-join-sanjivani-2-post-time-leap/articleshow/73355158.cms|title=Gaurav Chopraa to join 'Sanjivani 2' post time leap|last=|first=|date=19 January 2020|website=The Times of India|access-date=}}</ref> | ||
The shooting of the series | The shooting of the series was completed on 6 March 2020.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/surbhi-chandna-namit-khanna-gaurav-chopraa-are-all-smiles-at-the-sanjivani-wrap-up-party-see-pics/articleshow/74524819.cms|title=Surbhi Chandna, Namit Khanna, Gaurav Chopraa are all smiles at the Sanjivani wrap up party; see pics|last=|first=|date=7 March 2020|website=The Times of India|access-date=}}</ref> | ||
===Filming=== | ===Filming=== | ||
Sanjivani was filmed in [[Mumbai]], | Sanjivani was filmed in [[Mumbai]], India. The set was a fake forty-four floored hospital named Sanjivani, consisting of two wings.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/videos/tv/hindi/sanjivani-2-set-tour-surbhi-chandna-and-namit-khanna-give-a-sneak-peek-of-their-hospital/videoshow/70557539.cms|title=Sanjivani 2 set tour: Surbhi Chandna and Namit Khanna give a sneak peek of their hospital|last=|first=|date=|website=The Times of India|access-date=}}</ref> | ||
===Training=== | ===Actor Training=== | ||
{{ | {{blockquote|Playing a doctor is truly a challenging task. It's not easy on any level but it does help when you have proper guidance from the real experts. For Sanjivani, we have real doctors visiting the sets and helping us in terms of body language, basic medical terms and things like how a doctor wears gloves, checks the blood pressure of a patient and the right way to hold a stethoscope. We will be showcasing different medical cases along with the dramatic element on the show. I would like to express my profound gratitude to all the medical experts who have helped us to better our performances in Sanjivani.|[[Surbhi Chandna]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://m.hindustantimes.com/tv/sanjivani-actors-surbhi-chandna-namit-khanna-get-trained-by-real-doctors-for-maximum-authenticity-see-pics/story-bJryVFkePXNMqQHOlHuzjI.html|title=Sanjivani actors Surbhi Chandna, Namit Khanna get trained by real doctors for maximum authenticity|website=Hindustan Times}}</ref>}} | ||
{{ | {{blockquote| I watched four or five seasons of ''[[Grey's Anatomy]]''. It gave me the visual understanding of the insides of the hospital. Sanjivani and Grey's are different shows. I was looking for body language while doing the surgery. I was not for looking something to copy but it took me to their world. Apart from Grey's I also watched ''[[The Residents]]''. There were a few things that were good to see, which will remain in my subconscious mind to implement at some time.|[[Namit Khanna]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/television/celebrity/story/exclusive-sanjivani-2-premieres-tonight-namit-khanna-opens-up-on-his-character-working-with-surbhi-chandna-1580045-2019-08-12|title=Exclusive: Sanjivani 2 premieres tonight. Namit Khanna opens up on his character, working with Surbhi Chandna|website=India Today|date=12 August 2019 }}</ref>|source=}} | ||
==Reception== | ==Reception== | ||
''Sanjifani'' had a positive reception. ''[[The Times of India]]'' said, "Sanjivani has a fresh feel, stylish look and quite a colourful touch."<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/sanjivani-2-first-episode-review-dr-shashank-a-fresh-pairing-and-the-iconic-tune-will-keep-you-hooked/articleshow/70647363.cms|title=Sanjivani 2 first episode review: Dr. Shashank, a fresh pairing and the iconic tune will keep you hooked|last=|first=|date=12 August 2019|website=The Times of India|language=en|access-date=}}</ref> Comparing the previous version, they said, "We love the fresh take and the colourful palette this season. The very feel of the hospital is very modern compared to previous season's minimalistic look of the doctors and has been made keeping in mind the latest trends."<ref>{{Cite news|last=|first=|date=13 August 2019|title=Sanjivani 2: Did you miss the feel of the original season?|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/sanjivani-2-did-you-miss-the-feel-of-the-original-season/articleshow/70656516.cms|access-date=|website=The Times of India}}</ref> ''[[The Quint]]'' noted that it is high on drama and style and stated, "The star-studded cast and the nostalgia factor are the driving force for this show at the outset. Surbhi and Namit's love-hate relationship will surely be the key interest point for the viewers going forward. The show feels high on style and swaps charm for impact. The writing is full of broad strokes, especially in terms of characterization."<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.thequint.com/entertainment/tv/sanjivani-2-star-plus-tv-show-review-episode-1|title='Sanjivani 2' Episode 1 is High on Drama and Style, Low on Nuance|last=|first=|date=5 August 2019|website=The Quint|access-date=}}</ref> | |||
''[[The Times of India]]'' said, | |||
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==References== | ==References== | ||
{{reflist}} | {{reflist}} | ||
==External links== | ==External links== | ||
* {{IMDb title|10648034}} | *{{IMDb title|10648034}} | ||
* [https://www.hotstar.com/tv/sanjivani/s-2300 Sanjivani] on [[Hotstar]] | *[https://www.hotstar.com/tv/sanjivani/s-2300 Sanjivani] {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190812012837/https://www.hotstar.com/tv/sanjivani/s-2300 |date=12 August 2019 }} on [[Hotstar]] | ||
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[[Category:Indian medical television series]] | [[Category:Indian medical television series]] | ||
[[Category:Sequel television series]] | [[Category:Sequel television series]] | ||
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| Sanjivani | |
|---|---|
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| Genre | Medical drama |
| Directed by | Abhijit Das Jackson Sethi |
| Starring | Surbhi Chandna Namit Khanna Mohnish Bahl Gurdeep Kohli Gaurav Chopra Sayantani Ghosh |
| Country of origin | India |
| Original language | Hindi |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 155 |
| Production | |
| Producer | Siddharth P. Malhotra[1] |
| Running time | 22 minutes |
| Production company | Alchemy Films Private Limited |
| Release | |
| Original network | Star Plus |
| Original release | 12 August 2019[2] – 13 March 2020[3] |
| Chronology | |
| Related shows | Sanjivani (2002 TV series) |
| External links | |
| [{{#property:P856}} Website] | |
Sanjivani (international title: The Frontliners) is an Indian medical drama television series which aired from 12 August 2019 to 13 March 2020 on the Star Plus channel.[4] Produced by Alchemy Films, it starred Surbhi Chandna, Namit Khanna, Mohnish Bahl, Gurdeep Kohli and Gaurav Chopra.[5] Sanjivani is a rebooted version of the 2002 series of the same name.[6]
It follows the lives of Dr. Ishani Arora and Dr. Siddhant "Sid" Mathur, who have opposing personalities, yet struggle with attraction to each other as they navigate the difficulties of their lives and careers at Sanjivani Hospital.
Plot[edit | edit source]
Dr. Ishani Arora is devout, ethically minded, and responsible. Dr. Siddhant "Sid" Mathur is carefree, flirty, and focused on getting the job done. Unable to understand each other, the two start off disliking each other. As Ishani and Sid work together, a friendship sparks between them. Misunderstandings occasionally divide the two, but they find resolution. Slowly the two develop feelings for each other, and eventually confess their feelings. Meanwhile, Dr. Asha Kanwar gets pregnant with Dr. Aman Gehlot's child out of wedlock. Unable to handle the situation, Dr. Aman runs away. Sid fakes being married to Dr. Asha to protect her unborn child. Ishani is left heartbroken, but later learns the truth. Under Vardhan Makhija's instructions, Asha plots to keep Sid and Ishani separated, since Vardhan wants to use Sid to get revenge on Dr. Shashank Gupta. Ishani, with the help of Dr. Rahil Shekhar, investigates the matter and tries to warn Sid about Asha and her intentions. Initially Sid does not believe her but eventually learns the truth. A furious Sid exposes Asha in front of the staff of Sanjivani. Ishani is shot protecting Asha and her unborn child. She undergoes surgery but slips into a coma. Guilty, Asha accepts her misdeeds, backs out of Vardhan's plans and seeks forgiveness.
After A Few Days[edit | edit source]
Ishani recovers. Dr. Shashank dies in a car accident, leaving the Sanjivani staff distraught. Sid learns that Shashank was his father. Ishani and Sid expose Vardhan, and he is arrested. Ishani and Sid decide to marry, but Sid is blackmailed by Ishani's relatives to stay away from her. When Sid does not arrive at the mandapa, Ishani is left devastated. Sanjivani Hospital is shut down.
3 years later[edit | edit source]
Navratan Singh buys Sanjivani Hospital and reopens it. Ishani is dejected, but Navratan motivates Ishani to give life a second chance. Ishani sees Sid in a comatose condition, reminding her of her past and bringing back her feelings of sadness. Sid regains his consciousness but has partially lost his memory, but Ishani operates on him and he recalls everything. Sid exposes Ishani's relatives and reveals why he had not arrived to marry her and Ishani is left shocked. Navratan marries Ishani and Sid and the show ends.
Cast[edit | edit source]
Main[edit | edit source]
- Surbhi Chandna as Dr. Ishani Arora Mathur: A neurosurgeon; Sid's wife (2019–2020)
- Namit Khanna as Dr. Siddhant "Sid" Mathur: A neurosurgeon; Roshni and Shashank's son, Anjali's half-brother; Ishani's husband (2019–2020)
- Mohnish Bahl as Dr. Shashank Gupta: The CEO of Sanjivani and a neurosurgeon; Anjali and Sid's father (2019–2020)
- Gurdeep Kohli as Dr. Juhi Singh: A neurosurgeon and the chief of surgery (2019–2020)
- Gaurav Chopra as Navratan Singh: The CEO of Sanjivani (2020)
Recurring[edit | edit source]
- Sayantani Ghosh as Dr. Anjali Gupta: The HOD of Obstetrics and a gynaecology; Shashank's daughter; Sid's half sister (2019–2020) Anjali was previously portrayed by Sunaina Gulia in the series Dill Mill Gayye.
- Rohit Roy as Vardhan Makhija; The chief financial officer (2019–2020)
- Rashmi Singh as Dr. Asha Kanwar (2019)
- Chandni Bhagwanani as Dr. Asha Kanwar (2019)
- Jason Tham as Dr. Neil Lama Lau (2019–2020)
- Robin Sohi as Dr. Aman Gehlot (2019)
- Kunal Bhan as Dr. Rahil Shekhar; Siddhant's best friend (2019–2020)
- Rahul Choudhry as Dr. Rishabh Vaidya (2019–2020)
- Ekta Sohini as Roshni Mathur; Shashank's ex-love and Sid's mother (2019)
- Seema Pandey/Ekta Sohni as Roshni Mathur (2020)
- Sameer Khakhar as Guddu Mathur; Roshni's brother; Sid's uncle (2019–2020)
- Khushbu Thakkar as Anisha Singh; Navratan's sister (2020)
- Sulakshana Khatri as Bebe; Navratan and Anisha's grandmother (2020)
- Sheela Sharma as Nurse Philo (2019–2020)
- Ahmad Harhash as Dr. Neil Kapoor (2019)
Adaptations[edit | edit source]
| Language | Title | Original release | Network(s) | Last aired | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bengali | Ekhane Aakash Neel এখানে আকাশ নীল |
23 September 2019 | Star Jalsha | 3 October 2020 | Remake |
Production[edit | edit source]
Development[edit | edit source]
Sanjivani is a reboot of the 2002 series of the same name, but follows the lives of resident doctors Ishani Arora and Sid Mathur at Sanjivani Hospital.[7] Mohnish Bahl and Gurdeep Kohli reprise their roles of Dr. Shashank Gupta and Dr. Juhi Singh.[8][9]
The plan for the reboot was announced by producer Siddharth P. Malhotra in April 2019 and was confirmed in June 2019.[10][11] The first look of the series was released on National Doctors' Day on 1 July 2019.[12]
In September 2019, Mohnish Bahl's wife Ekta Sohini joined the cast as his onscreen wife Roshni Mathur.[13] She later quit, as the subplot between the two was dropped, and Seema Pandey was cast for the role.[14][15] In January 2020, Mohnish Bahl also quit, stating he was unable to justify his role.[16]
The series was supposed to wrap on 17 January 2020 due to low viewership, but received an extension of three months.[17] A three-year leap was introduced in January 2020,[18] and Gaurav Chopra was cast as Navratan Singh.[19]
The shooting of the series was completed on 6 March 2020.[20]
Filming[edit | edit source]
Sanjivani was filmed in Mumbai, India. The set was a fake forty-four floored hospital named Sanjivani, consisting of two wings.[21]
Actor Training[edit | edit source]
Playing a doctor is truly a challenging task. It's not easy on any level but it does help when you have proper guidance from the real experts. For Sanjivani, we have real doctors visiting the sets and helping us in terms of body language, basic medical terms and things like how a doctor wears gloves, checks the blood pressure of a patient and the right way to hold a stethoscope. We will be showcasing different medical cases along with the dramatic element on the show. I would like to express my profound gratitude to all the medical experts who have helped us to better our performances in Sanjivani.
I watched four or five seasons of Grey's Anatomy. It gave me the visual understanding of the insides of the hospital. Sanjivani and Grey's are different shows. I was looking for body language while doing the surgery. I was not for looking something to copy but it took me to their world. Apart from Grey's I also watched The Residents. There were a few things that were good to see, which will remain in my subconscious mind to implement at some time.
Reception[edit | edit source]
Sanjifani had a positive reception. The Times of India said, "Sanjivani has a fresh feel, stylish look and quite a colourful touch."[24] Comparing the previous version, they said, "We love the fresh take and the colourful palette this season. The very feel of the hospital is very modern compared to previous season's minimalistic look of the doctors and has been made keeping in mind the latest trends."[25] The Quint noted that it is high on drama and style and stated, "The star-studded cast and the nostalgia factor are the driving force for this show at the outset. Surbhi and Namit's love-hate relationship will surely be the key interest point for the viewers going forward. The show feels high on style and swaps charm for impact. The writing is full of broad strokes, especially in terms of characterization."[26]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ "Always pressure recreating cult classic: Sanjivani creator". India Today. 11 August 2019.
- ↑ "Here's when Surbhi Chandna's Sanjivani 2 will premiere". India Today. 12 July 2019.
- ↑ "Sanjivani 2's last episode to go on air; Surbhi Chandna shares various looks as Dr Ishani and calls it a 'fulfilling experience'". The Times of India. 13 March 2020.
- ↑ "Sanjivani 2: Surbhi Chandna, Namit Khanna's show to premiere in August". The Times of India. 25 July 2019.
- ↑ "Surbhi Chandna, Namit Khanna, Mohnish Bahl and Gurdeep Kohli to star in Sanjivani reboot". The Indian Express. 14 June 2019.
- ↑ "Surbhi Chandna and Namit Khanna join Mohnish Bahl and Gurdeep Kohli for Sanjivani's reboot". Mumbai Mirror.
- ↑ "Sanjivani sequel 2 return in July with Namit Khanna, Surbhi Chandna joining original cast members Mohnish Bahl, Gurdeep Kohli". Hindustan Times. 14 June 2019.
- ↑ "Mohnish Bahl nervous about making TV comeback with Sanjivani 2". India Today. 2 August 2019.
- ↑ "Gurdeep Kohli aka Dr. Juhi talks about her comeback through Sanjivani 2 | Exclusive". Times Now.
- ↑ "Popular TV show Sanjivani to return after IPL, Nakuul Mehta, Surbhi Chandna expected as leads". Hindustan Times. 19 April 2019.
- ↑ "Sanjivani remake announced. First pic of the entire cast features mix of old and new faces". India Today. 14 June 2019.
- ↑ "Makers share the first look of Sanjivani reboot on National Doctor's Day". India Today. July 2019.
- ↑ "Mohnish Bahl's wife Aarti to join him on his TV show". The Times of India. 2 September 2019.
- ↑ "Aarti Bahl: My journey in 'Sanjivani 2' is over because the makers decided to drop my love track with Mohnish". The Times of India. 4 January 2020.
- ↑ "Aarti Bahl: My journey in 'Sanjivani 2' is over because the makers decided to drop my love track with Mohnish - Times of India". The Times of India. 4 January 2020. Retrieved 10 January 2020.
- ↑ "Why Mohnish Bahl opted out of 'Sanjivani'". The Times of India. 14 January 2020.
- ↑ "Sanjivani gets a three-months extension". Eastern Eye. 8 January 2020.
- ↑ "Sanjivani to take 3-year leap after Mohnish Bahl and Rohit Roy's exit, will introduce new characters". Hindustan Times. 14 January 2020.
- ↑ "Gaurav Chopraa to join 'Sanjivani 2' post time leap". The Times of India. 19 January 2020.
- ↑ "Surbhi Chandna, Namit Khanna, Gaurav Chopraa are all smiles at the Sanjivani wrap up party; see pics". The Times of India. 7 March 2020.
- ↑ "Sanjivani 2 set tour: Surbhi Chandna and Namit Khanna give a sneak peek of their hospital". The Times of India.
- ↑ "Sanjivani actors Surbhi Chandna, Namit Khanna get trained by real doctors for maximum authenticity". Hindustan Times.
- ↑ "Exclusive: Sanjivani 2 premieres tonight. Namit Khanna opens up on his character, working with Surbhi Chandna". India Today. 12 August 2019.
- ↑ "Sanjivani 2 first episode review: Dr. Shashank, a fresh pairing and the iconic tune will keep you hooked". The Times of India. 12 August 2019.
- ↑ "Sanjivani 2: Did you miss the feel of the original season?". The Times of India. 13 August 2019.
- ↑ "'Sanjivani 2' Episode 1 is High on Drama and Style, Low on Nuance". The Quint. 5 August 2019.