National, 17th January: Challenging the age-old belief that blood is thicker than water, COLORS brings back its beloved show ‘Doree’, weaving a second chapter where bonds of the heart are stronger than any family ties. In its first season, the tale of the titular abandoned girl rescued and nurtured by a humble weaver, Ganga Prasad, threaded its way into the hearts of millions. Now with the story leaping ahead to 14 years, the pattern of fate repeats itself to affirm khoon se badhkar dil ka rishta hota hain aur parvarish paidaish se badi hoti hai. With this sentiment, Doree, once an orphan herself, has grown into a woman of strength and compassion, determined to carry forward her father’s legacy in every aspect of her life. After she rescues an infant girl, Doree names the child Shubhi and promises to be her protector, even if it means facing societal judgment as a single mother. Little does she know that hurdles await her in the form of Rajnandini, the ruthless Thakurian who despises the bunkar community. Starring Amar Upadhyay as Ganga Prasad, Priyanshi Yadav as Doree, and Sreejita De as Rajnandini and produced by Kinnari and Jay Mehta, ‘Doree’ premieres on January 21 and will air every Monday to Friday at 10:30 PM only on COLORS.
Set against the ghats of Varanasi, the second season of the show revolves around the 22-year-old Doree, who is on a mission to spin her Baba’s dreams into reality and elevate the Bunkars from mere artisans to revered artists. A saree embassador, Doree wants to establish first brand of Bunkar’s called ‘Kaashi-Kala’. She shatters the stereotype that daughters are a burden by showing a remarkable entrepreneurial flair with a stunning blend of tradition and modernity in her saree designs, much to her father’s pride. As Doree’s saree business grows, she envisions going digital with a website that will ramp up her profit to provide for Shubhi’s education and future. But Rajnandini, seething with rage, cannot tolerate Doree’s efforts to support the bunkars or allow them to have any name. It’s a clash between a power-hungry dictator Rajnandini desperate to maintain her supremacy and a defiant woman Doree fighting for her right to the weaver’s name, fame, and her daughter’s rightful inheritance.
Sharing her thoughts about portraying the titular role, Priyanshi Yadav says, “I’m honoured to be offered the opportunity to portray the endearing Doree in the second chapter of Doree, a show loved by many. Doree’s journey of adopting an orphan is a classic example of fate repeating itself, and stepping into her shoes feels like a huge responsibility. What makes this role unique is that Doree transforms from being a foster daughter to a foster mother, a beautiful arc that highlights to her immense growth. She’s courageous enough to take on the world as a single working mother in a society that is quick to judge. I admire Doree for her guts to fight against all odds – to elevate the weavers as artists, to claim her rightful place in business, and to secure her daughter’s entitlement. Here’s hoping that the second edition of this beloved show garners the same amount of love as its first season if not more.”
Revisiting the role of Ganga Prasad, Amar Upadhyay says, “Revisiting Ganga Prasad feels like reconnecting with an old friend who has come a long way, and this time, he’s not just a father – he’s a proud father of Doree, who has grown into a strong, single working mother. The love and warmth the show has received from the audience truly moves me, and it’s been heartwarming to witness how Doree’s journey has touched so many lives. In this second chapter that highlights bonds formed by love, both Ganga Prasad and Doree have evolved, and I am excited to see how their story continues to inspire and connect with audiences across the world. I thank and congratulate COLORS for this beautiful narrative, and I have no doubt that Doree’s journey will continue to strike a chord with everyone who watches it.”
Expressing her sentiments about essaying Rajnandini, Sreejita De says, “It is absolutely wonderful to return to COLORS, a channel with which I share such a long-standing relationship. Taking on the role of Rajnandini is exciting because I’ve never portrayed an antagonist quite like her before. It’s a role which is quite a unique & bold character, she has a lot of depth and instensity with mixed complexities. Rajnandini knows exactly how far she’s willing to go to maintain her control, and she sees Doree’s growing business as a threat to the Thakur handloom empire. There is no way the audience can warm up to the vulnerabilities of this woman and that’s what makes portraying her challenging and rewarding.”
Witness a saga where the ties that bind are stronger than blood in ‘Doree’; premiering on 21st January and thereafter airing every Monday to Friday at 10:30 pm only on COLORS.
