Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: Amar Upadhyay on the 'Good Touch-Bad Touch' track: says 'Discomfort around the topic is real but our children's safety is more important'

Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi is a family show but it also gives makers an ample space to talk about very real issues through characters that seemed like a part of viewers own family.

In its latest track, the show once again proves why it's still in a league of its own. After Pari's daughter Garima experiences a horrific kidnapping incident, a very tender moment arises as Tulsi takes Garima's hand and talks to her about something that many families are too afraid to talk about: good touch and bad touch. Tulsi emphasizes to her that it's always right to talk out Loud and no child should ever feel afraid or ashamed to express discomfort.




On the subject of this significant episode, Mihir actor Amar Upadhyay said these conversations may be uncomfortable but they are important. He said normalising them would help build awareness and create a safer environment for children.

Amar Upadhyay shares, “Being connected with a show that has millions of households, I feel it is our responsibility to do more than entertain. To talk about good touch and bad touch is not a story line but is a conversation that is required. The topic is uncomfortable but our children’s safety is more important than our discomfort.

On the relevance of the conversation being aired on television, he continued, “Teaching children the difference is what builds their awareness, confidence, and the courage to speak up. They need to understand their voice matters and that their voice will be heard. If it can help even one family have the conversation at home, then we have taken a step in the right direction towards creating a safe environment for our children.”

Moments like these go far beyond drama, especially when millions of people watch Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi every day. The show is has started a real communication between parents and kids inside homes. The story line goes on to show how television has the power to shape attitudes.