Ekta Kaul on her character Srishti in Yaadein: A lot of my inspiration for this character comes from my own life

Upcoming medical drama Hui Gumm Yaadein - Ek Doctor, Do Zindagiyaan, the Indian adaptation of the globally acclaimed Italian series DOC, has been successfully remade across multiple countries. The show revolves around the theme of second chances in life, love, and identity. It talks about the extraordinary journey of Dr. Dev (Iqbal Khan), a brilliant doctor who must rebuild his world after losing eight years of his memory in a life-altering accident.

Ekta Kaul essays a pivotal role of Srishti, a strong, intelligent lady who is Dr. Dev’s ex-wife. Srishti stepped away from medicine to raise their children and took over the administrative responsibilities of the hospital where Dr Dev worked. Ekta shared what was behind the preparation and revealed that the emotional core of her character resonated strongly with her personal journey.

The actor took a conscious break from work to spend quality time with her son Ved. She shares that the experience helped her understand the layered emotions her character goes through. That phase of life gave her a sense of peace and fulfilment similar to what she feels when fully immersed in her work which she has now channelled into her performance on the show.

Talking about her personal connection Ekta Kaul shares, “A lot of my inspiration for this character comes from my own life. After completing my work commitments in 2023, I consciously took a step back to spend time with my son, Ved. I took this decision to experience life at a slower, more mindful pace. Staying at home, managing daily tasks, and spending time with him made me feel calm and content."

She added, "It was different from working on set, but equally satisfying. I brought those feelings into my character, Srishti, who is also learning to adapt to a new phase in life. This emotional connection helped me understand the role better and perform it more honestly.”