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** ii) [[Malgudi Days (TV series)|Malgudi Days]] based on R. K. Narayan's 1943 work

* Romantic Dramatic, Emotional series, Friendships, Relationships

*''[[Karishma – The Miracles Of Destiny]]'', ''[[Virrudh]]'', ''Shikwah'', ''[[Waaris (2008 TV series)|Waaris]]'' had been critically acclaimed for its story and power packed performances.

* ''[[Sarabhai vs Sarabhai]]'', ''[[Khichdi (2002 TV series)|Khichdi]]'', ''[[Shararat (TV series)|Shararat – Thoda Jaadu, Thodi Nazaakat]]'' best sitcoms.

* In mid 2006 few family dramas came with two heroine leads with  (Khatte Meethe version) Contrasting personalities,This trend had popularity after ''[[Uttaran]]'' followed by'' [[Saath Nibhaana Saathiya]]'', ''[[Amrit Manthan]]'' & ''[[Sasural Simar Ka]]''.

''[[Kahiin to Hoga]]'', ''[[Maayka]]'', ''[[Ghar Ki Lakshmi Betiyann]]'', ''[[Mehndi Tere Naam Ki]]'', ''[[Hamari Betiyoon Ka Vivaah]]'', ''Betiyaan Apni Yaa... Paraaya Dhan'', ''[[Har Ghar Kuch Kehta Hai]]'', ''[[Behenein]]'', ''Kasak'', ''[[Sapna Babul Ka... Bidaai]]'', ''[[Pirivom Santhippom (TV series)|Pirivom Santhippom]] (Remake of Bidaai serial)'', ''[[Roja Kootam (TV series)|Roja Kootam]]'', ''[[Amber Dhara]]'', ''[[Maryada: Lekin Kab Tak?]]'', ''[[Athipookal]]'', ''[[Uravugal]]'' were launched.

* This (Khatte Meethe version contrasting personality) trend took South TV serials after the remake of ''[[Saath Nibhaana Saathiya]]'' from 2013

*During mid 2006's love story serials like ''[[Sanjog Se Bani Sangini]]'', ''[[Tere Liye (TV series)|Tere liye]]'', ''[[Kadhalikka Neramillai (TV series)|Kadhalikka Neramillai]]'', ''[[Ek Ladki Anjaani Si (TV series)|Ek Ladki Anjaani Si]]'', ''[[Kkavyanjali]]'', ''[[Jabb Love Hua]]'', ''[[Pyaar Kii Ye Ek Kahaani]]'', ''[[Chand Ke Paar Chalo (TV series)|Chand Ke Paar Chalo]]'', ''[[Kya Dill Mein Hai]]'', ''Saathii Re'', ''[[Jeevan Saathi – Humsafar Zindagi Ke]]'' which attracted only the specific audience younger generation at that time and could not extend long run .so the content makers started to develop family dramas which included romance to cover the whole mass audience with all age groups (Middle aged and old).

* ''TV serials which brought negative role as second main lead''

*  ''Dahhej (2007 TV series)''...Role krithika

*''[[Raja Rani (Tamil TV series)|Raja Rani season2]]''...Role Archana

*''[[Ek Hasina Thi (TV series)|Ek Hasina Thi]]''.... Role by Actor Simone Singh as Sakshi Goenka (Pivotal role)

*(2008–16) Village people Dramas were very popular

* ''[[Ganga Kii Dheej]]'', ''[[Bandini (TV series)|Bandini]]'', ''[[Laagi Tujhse Lagan]]'', ''[[Do Saheliyaan... Kismat Ki Kathputaliyaan]]'', ''Main Baabul ke Des'', ''Adhikaar ek kasam ek tapasya'', ''[[Sanskaar Laxmi]]'', ''[[Tere Mere Sapne (TV series)|Tere Mere Sapne]]'', ''[[Waaris (2016 TV series)|Waaris]]'', ''[[Ek Veer Ki Ardaas...Veera]]'', ''[[Nadhaswaram (TV series)|Nadhaswaram]]''.

Other popular historical series include ''[[21 Sarfarosh – Saragarhi 1897]]'', ''[[Bharat Ka Veer Putra – Maharana Pratap]]'', ''[[Bharatvarsh (TV series)|Bharatvarsh]]'', ''[[Swaraj (TV series)|Swaraj]]'', ''[[Ek Veer Stree Ki Kahaani – Jhansi Ki Rani]]''.

Fantasy shows like ''[[Son Pari]]'', ''[[Arslaan]]'', ''[[Savitri – Ek Prem Kahani]]'', ''[[Shaka Laka Boom Boom]]'', ''[[Hatim (TV series)|Hatim]]'', and Antariksh – Ek Amar Katha were popular in the early 2000s. [[Aladdin – Naam Toh Suna Hoga]] aired on [[Sony SAB]] from 2018 to 2021.

Popular comedy shows include ''[[Khushiyan]]'', ''Soni Mahiwal'', ''[[Baa Bahoo Aur Baby]]'', ''[[Bhaskar Bharti]]'', ''[[Mrs. & Mr. Sharma Allahabadwale]]'', ''[[Chintu Chinki Aur Ek Badi Si Love Story]]'', ''[[Maddam Sir]]''.

Well-known sitcoms include ''[[Hum Paanch (TV series)|Hum paanch]]'', ''Hum Saath Aaat Hain'', ''[[Tu Tu Main Main]]'', ''[[Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani (TV series)|Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani]]'', ''[[Malini Iyer]]'', ''[[Shararat (TV series)|Shararat]]'', ''[[Kabhi Saas Kabhi Bahu]]'', ''Kadvee Khattee Meethi'', ''[[Hari Mirchi Lal Mirchi]]'', ''[[F.I.R. (TV series)|FIR]]'', ''[[Kya Mast Hai Life]]'', ''[[Best of Luck Nikki]]'', ''[[Chidiya Ghar]]'', ''[[Jeannie Aur Juju]]'', ''[[Sumit Sambhal Lega]]'', ''[[TV Biwi Aur Main]]'', ''[[Sajan Re Phir Jhooth Mat Bolo]]'', ''[[Bhabiji Ghar Par Hain!]]'', and ''[[Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah]]''. Classic shows like ''[[Sarabhai vs Sarabhai]]'', ''[[Khichdi (franchise)|Khichdi]]'', ''[[Wagle Ki Duniya – Nayi Peedhi Naye Kissey]]'', ''[[Uppum Mulakum]]'', and ''[[Thatteem Mutteem]]'' are still considered among the best in India.

Revenge-thriller shows such as Kasamm, ''[[Ek Hasina Thi (TV series)|Ek Hasina Thi]]'', ''[[Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon 3]]'', ''[[Naagin (2015 TV series)|Naagin]]'', ''[[Vish Ya Amrit: Sitara]]'', ''[[Ishqbaaaz]]'', and ''[[Beyhadh]]'' gained significant attention.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Top 5 revenge dramas on Indian TV with dramatic twists; from Mouni Roy's Naagin to Nakuul Mehta's Ishqbaaz|url=https://www.pinkvilla.com/tv/news/top-5-revenge-dramas-on-indian-tv-with-dramatic-twists-from-mouni-roys-naagin-to-nakuul-mehtas-ishqbaaz-1338429|website=pinkvilla.com|date=12 August 2024 }}</ref> [[Naaginn (2007 TV series)|Nagin - Vaadon Ki Agnipariksha]], starring Sayantani Ghosh, was an earlier example of the genre and aired in 2007.

''[[Main Banoongi Miss India]]'', ''[[Lipstick (TV series)|Lipstick]]'' were notable series focused on fashion.

Shows that addressed societal issues, such as ''[[Balika Vadhu]]'' (child marriage), ''[[Agle Janam Mohe Bitiya Hi Kijo]]'' (gender discrimination), ''[[Saat Phere – Saloni Ka Safar]]'' (societal prejudice), ''[[Sapna Babul Ka... Bidaai|Bidaai]]'' and ''[[Karuthamuthu]]'' (skin color bias), ''[[Ghar Ki Lakshmi Betiyann]]'' (women's empowerment), ''Dahhej'' and ''Sthreedhanam'' (dowry), ''Godh Bharaai'' (Childless Discrimination) were widely viewed.<ref>{{Cite web |title=2,000 episodes on, 'Balika Vadhu' still questions societal norms|url=https://www.business-standard.com/article/news-ians/2-000-episodes-on-balika-vadhu-still-questions-societal-norms-115092401085_1.html|website=business-standard.com}}</ref>

*Prime-time shows are re-telecasted during the afternoon slot because too many shows from different channels are telecasted at prime time .Among that one of the shows Zee's 7pm serial [[Mamta (TV series)|Mamta]] a show about surrogate mother had reteleacast at Noon 12.00pm.STAR plus show [[Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat (TV series)|Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat]] had re telecast at Morning-slot at 11.30am

*In 2000-2002 times [[Ghar Ek Mandir (TV series)|Ghar Ek Mandir]] the first popular noon slot show 3.30 PM and repeat telecast at night 9PM.Sony serials like [[Shaheen (Indian TV series)|Shaheen]] and [[Heena (TV series)|Heena]] and other popular serials had retelecast at noon slots due to different serials clash at Prime time slots from 7PM-11.30PM

It was also common for prime-time shows to be retelecast during the afternoon slot, further boosting their popularity.In 2007 Hindi general entertainment channels re aired old serials during Non prime time hours. [[StarPlus]] made reteleacast of past hit shows like kyun hota hai pyaar, ''[[Shararat (TV series)|Shararat]]'', ''[[Des Mein Niklla Hoga Chand]]'', ''Kehtha hai dil'' and other previous completed shows aired in morning(Non-Prime Time hours) from 7.00AM to 11.00 AM.[[Sony Entertainment Television|Sony]] aired its old popular completed TV soaps [[Kaisa Ye Pyar Hai]], [[Kkusum]], [[Ye Meri Life Hai]] in Morning hours and Non-Prime Time hours.[[Doordarshan|DD]] channel aired [[Meher (TV series)|Meher]] serial at Non-Prime Time 4pm in 2009 during Sundays

Weekdays shows were made during early 2000's as more different serials were launched.''[[Kehta Hai Dil]]'', ''[[Des Mein Niklla Hoga Chand]]'', ''[[Meher (TV series)|Meher]]'', ''Dil se door Dil ke paas'', ''Kyun Hota Hai Pyaar'', ''[[Sanjivani (2002 TV series)|Sanjivani]]'', ''[[Devi (TV series)|Devi]]'' were the most hit shows of 2000s.

 

*''[[Kadhalikka Neramillai (TV series)|Kadhalikka Neramillai]]''

===Portrayal of strong female protagonists (2002-2010)===

''[[Virrudh]]'', ''[[Rishton Ke Bhanwar Mein Uljhi Niyati]]'', ''[[Maharani (2009 TV series)|Maharani]]'', ''Thirumagal'' are based on how daughters role is important being a pillar support as well as with emotional bond and play a significant pivotal role to their families as well as society and how their significant decisions are best in worst situations.

''[[Dhadkan Zindaggi Kii]]'', ''[[Sanjivani (2002 TV series)|Sanjivani]]'',

*2020:[[Patiala Babes]], [[Azhagu (TV series)|Azhagu]], [[Run (Indian TV series)|Run]], [[Ishaaron Ishaaron Mein]], [[Beyhadh 2]] due to the COVID-19 pandemic, [[Shaadi Mubarak]] a good heart warming show suffered due Covid phase.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/exclusive-rati-pandey-i-just-wished-shaadi-mubarak-had-a-proper-ending-rather-than-an-abrupt-one/articleshow/82877596.cms|title="Rati Pandey-I wish to have proper ending rather than abrupt" |last=|first=|date=12 March 2008|website=timesofindia.indiatimes}}</ref>

 

*[[Firangi Bahu]], [[Anandibaa Aur Emily]]:Son weds foreign girl and brings her as bahu in his home,culture clash arises between Indian mother in law and foreign daughter in law.

 

*[[Yeh Hai Chahatein]]

 

|[[Kyun Rishton Mein Katti Batti]].<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.zee5.com/zee5news/kyun-rishton-mein-katti-batti-fans-can-spot-these-similarities-in-biwi-no-1-find-out/|title=Kyun Rishton Mein Katti Batti Fans Can Spot These Similarities In Biwi No. 1 – Find Out!|publisher=ZEE5.com|access-date=22 March 2021}}</ref>

|[[Sapna Babul Ka... Bidaai]] inspired from the Bollywood film Vivah of Rajshri Productions.,<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.idiva.com/entertainment/tv/9-indian-t-v-serials-that-were-inspired-by-bollywood-films/17051989 |title=9 Indian T.V Serials That Were Inspired By Bollywood Films|publisher=idiva.com|access-date=22 May 2017}}</ref> later remake as [[Pirivom Santhippom]]

* TRP = (Number of viewers in the sample audience / Total target audience) * 100.{{citation needed|date=February 2025}}

Indian TV dramas such as ''[[Uttaran]]'' and ''[[Balika Vadhu]]'' performed well in Indonesia, where they were dubbed in [[Indonesian language|Indonesian]] and aired multiple times until their conclusions. ''[[Saath Nibhaana Saathiya]]'' was also popular and was dubbed under the title ''Gopi'' (after the main character). It aired from 15 September 2016 to 19 April 2017 and was rebroadcast from 2021 to 2022, with the Indonesian version reaching 600 episodes. Other serials like ''[[Yeh Hai Mohabbatein]]'', ''[[Ishq Mein Marjawan]]'', ''[[Kumkum Bhagya]]'' (in Indonesian under the title ''Lonceng Cinta''), ''[[Anupamaa]]'', ''[[Imlie]]'', [[Naagin (2015 TV series)|''Naagin'']], and ''[[Silsila Badalte Rishton Ka]]'' also achieved good TRP ratings in Indonesia. Additionally, ''[[Sapne Suhane Ladakpan Ke]]'', ''[[Jabb Love Hua]]'', ''[[Kumkum Bhagya]]'' and ''[[Punar Vivaah – Zindagi Milegi Dobara|Punar vivah]]'' were aired in Zee Hiburan, its 24/7 General Entertainment Channel in Indonesia, following the success of their original Hindi channel [[Zee TV]].<ref>{{cite news |date=23 August 2016 |title=Zee Hiburan completes one year in Indonesia|url=https://admin.indiantelevision.com/television/tv-channels/gecs/zee-hiburan-completes-one-year-in-indonesia-160325|access-date=25 March 2016 |publisher=indiantelevision.com}}</ref>