Over the years, television has introduced us to many versions of the male lead—loud, intense, and often caught up in the idea that anger shows depth. In all this noise, ‘Mannat Har Khushi Paane Ki’ brings a welcome shift—not just through its storytelling, but through its lead, Vikrant (played by Adnan Khan).
Ayesha Singh, who essays the role of Mannat, reveals why she thinks Adnan’s character Vikrant is a rarity in the television landscape —a true green flag in every sense.
Talking about Vikrant’s character, Ayesha Singh shares, “In a world of flawed heroes, Vikrant stands out as a true green flag. It’s refreshing and honestly quite rare—to see someone like Vikrant in the television landscape. And perhaps that’s the magic when women start writing to men. Men in Indian cinema and television have long been sculpted by the male gaze—macho, brooding, emotionally unavailable. But when women take the pen, something radical happens. The hero begins to feel. These men aren’t rescuing damsels—they’re redefining what strength truly looks like, tearing apart the old blueprint and building something beautifully authentic.”
She adds, “In this show, Vikrant is emotionally available without being overbearing, creating a space where Mannat feels heard, seen, and valued. Vikrant respects boundaries as if they were sacred—never pushing, always understanding. When challenges arise, he doesn’t run away—instead, he reflects, takes responsibility, and makes honest amends. With Vikrant, there’s an unshakeable sense of emotional safety—the kind that lets you exhale without even realizing you were holding your breath. He’s the kind of man who cheers the loudest for your success, lifts you up on your darkest days, and never treats love like a game.”
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