Kumkum To Yeh Meri Family: Juhi Parmar on OTT, Motherhood, Bigg Boss & More | Bani Anand | AAE S4
In this inspiring and nostalgic episode of AfterHours with All About Eve podcast, actor Juhi Parmar opens up about her remarkable journey in the entertainment industry with Bani Anand. From her iconic role as Kumkum in Kumkum – Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan to embracing the OTT space, Juhi shares her personal experiences and lessons learned.Juhi Parmar recounts emotional fan moments, such as a blind admirer who "watched" Kumkum daily by listening to it and wished to touch her face to "see" Kumkum, and a young girl from Pakistan who waited for hours in an autorickshaw just to meet her. The interview then shifts from TV to OTT, highlighting the deep connection that TV offers to audiences compared to the creative freedom provided by OTT platforms. Juhi also reflects on her role in Yeh Meri Family on Amazon Prime, where fans eagerly await new seasons, demonstrating the evolving ways in which audiences engage with content. She recalls funny moments with co-stars like Rajesh Kumar, where impromptu scenes led to uncontrollable laughter.Juhi Parmar also shares behind-the-scenes stories from Kumkum, such as how the brain tumour storyline became a joke among the actors, her on-screen and off-screen bond with co-star Hussain Kuwajerwala, and her transition to diverse roles, including her first negative character in Shani. Juhi also discusses her Bigg Boss experience in this interview, where she maintained her integrity and won while staying true to her values.Juhi Parmar also talks about her daughter Samaira and their unbreakable bond, deep conversations, and her commitment to raising a strong, independent woman. Juhi stresses the importance of financial independence and recalls a personal story of asking her father to stop sending her money when she moved to Mumbai, believing that true success comes from facing challenges head-on.Spirituality plays a key role in Juhi's life. She practices mindfulness, meditation, and inner work, balancing modern life with spiritual growth. Drawing wisdom from the Bhagavad Gita, she emphasises detaching from outcomes to maintain peace of mind and achieve personal growth.Juhi applies her spiritual beliefs to parenting, teaching Samaira self-belief, honesty, and mindfulness. In the digital age, she actively monitors Samaira’s social media presence, curating uplifting content to help her navigate online influences. Juhi Parmar speaks about Love Thy Nature, her skincare brand promoting holistic practices. She also shares Ayurvedic tips for health and beauty, reflecting her approach to life.Timestamps(00:00) Episode begins(03:08) Still recognised as Kumkum? (03:55) Strange fan encounters (06:05) Incident in Pakistan during 'Tere Ishq Mein' (07:24) Does OTT have the same impact as TV? (08:40) More creative freedom on OTT? (11:53) Views on absurd TV storylines (13:58) Changes to Kumkum's character (15:02) Juhi & Hussain Kuwajerwala’s on-screen chemistry (17:24) Is Juhi nostalgic? (17:52) Three life highlights (20:14) How does motherhood change you? (21:26) Juhi’s bond with daughter Samaira (24:10) Is Juhi a helicopter mom? (28:05) Importance of financial independence (29:44) Asking her dad to stop sending money (32:25) Lessons from failure (37:18) Ever thought of giving up? (38:17) Juhi’s love language for Samaira (39:19) Protecting her child from social media (41:49) Tackling beauty standards (43:37) Upcoming projects (45:39) How Juhi Parmar unwinds (46:22) Upbringing and childhood trauma (49:14) Is the mother-child bond the only unconditional love? (50:01) GameFollow us: Instagram: / allabouteve_in Facebook: / allaboutevein Pinterest: / allabouteve_in Website: https://allabouteve.co.in/