Gaurav Khanna and Shraddha Arya are reportedly in talks to lead Ektaa Kapoor’s new Star Plus show. Here’s everything known about the reported romantic family drama and its October 2026 launch.
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Star Plus is currently working on bringing fresh content for its audience. The most popular channel recently introduced Yeh Fitoor Tera and Sairaab. They’re performing extremely well on online despite the absence of TV ratings from BARC. It has also announced Paras Kalnawat starring in the supernatural show Apsara.
The fresh report now hints that the channel is working on a Ektaa Kapoor new show. Popular TV actors Gaurav Khanna and Shraddha Arya are said to be in talks to lead this new TV serial for Star Plus.
The upcoming show could bring two of the popular TV faces together if things are finalized. It is also expected to hit the TV screens by the end of this year.
Gaurav Khanna’s Possible Return to Fiction Television
This new Star Plus show may also mark the return of reality show star Gaurav Khanna after his successful performance as Anuj Kapadia in Anupamaa. His chemistry with Rupali Ganguly (Anupamaa) was one of the reasons behind the show’s success.
Although his character has suddenly disappeared from Rupali Ganguly’s show, he has appeared in Celebrity MasterChef and Bigg Boss 19. He has consistently won both reality shows after his exit from Anupama. He is currently being seen on Colors TV’s Khatron Ke Khiladi.
This is why the Ektaa Kapoor show is currently being considered as the major return to scripted drama. Fans are excited to see his return in the daily soap after his reality show appearance.
Shraddha Arya Could Make Her Daily Fiction Comeback
Shraddha Arya, meanwhile, is reportedly being considered for the female lead. She is popularly known as Preeta in Zee TV’s longest-running show, Kundali Bhagya. It helped her become a familiar face among the Indian TV audience.
She was last seen in Kumkum Bhagya, where she reprised her iconic character of Preeta. Shraddha Arya has even played several iconic characters in other projects. But daily soaps have helped her gain an immense following.
As she is reportedly joining a new Star Plus show. Arya could make her return to daily TV shows. Her potential pairing with Khanna is already an interesting point of discussion for fans because both are experienced in playing emotional, family-oriented stories.
This would also mark Shraddha Arya’s reunion with Ektaa Kapoor, as they have worked together in Kundali Bhagya.
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What Kind of Story Can Viewers Expect?
The upcoming show is reportedly being planned as a romantic family drama. Although the makers haven’t revealed the storyline or character details, the genre suggests that the series may mix the main love story with family relationships, emotional tensions, and personal challenges.
The makers will announce the title of the show soon. Details about the characters, supporting cast, and creative team may also come out when the cast gets locked in the coming weeks.
The reported involvement of two popular actors has caught the project in the limelight for now. Gaurav Khanna and Shraddha Arya might give the show an added appeal.
October 2026 Launch Reportedly Being Planned
The new Ektaa Kapoor show is reportedly being scheduled for an October 2026 launch on Star Plus. The exact premiere date, however, has not been announced yet. And the timeline might change based on the casting and production schedule.
There is also a rumor that this show may replace Ektaa Kapoor’s Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2. Star Plus or the makers have not confirmed the replacement yet. The reported October 2026 launch should therefore be considered unconfirmed until the official announcement comes.
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Gaurav Khanna and Shraddha Arya’s Reported Pairing
The chance of Gaurav Khanna and Shraddha Arya have made the fans excited. They have already established themselves through successful shows. The project is still in the early stages for now. And several pieces of information are yet to be finalized. It will be announced when everything gets settled.
The upcoming romantic family drama might be an exciting new chapter for Gaurav Khanna and Shraddha Arya if reports are true.
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Published: 13 August 2026 at 10:30 PM IST
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