Ufff…Yeh Love Hai Mushkil has Maeri, a character who stands out for her childlike innocence and emotional strength. Veteran actress
Supriya Shukla, who breathes life into this role, is no stranger to playing motherly characters, but she reveals that Maeri has been one of the most refreshing and challenging roles of her career.
In a candid chat, Supriya talks about exploring Maeri’s depth, bonding with her co-stars, and finding parallels between her on-screen and real-life roles as a mother.
“Maeri is very different from the usual motherly roles I’ve played,” Supriya begins. “Her life almost stopped 12–14 years ago, and despite once being a judge, she now has a carefree, almost childlike side to her. For me, this was a new space to explore. I’ve tried to keep her real and not fall into the trap of making her a stereotype.”
The show boasts a talented mix of senior and younger actors, and Supriya cherishes the vibrant on-set energy.
“The atmosphere on set is wonderful,” she shares warmly. “Shabir is a superb co-actor and a genuinely warm person. Since we’ve worked together before, our rapport is great. Ashi is fantastic too, and the younger lot bring so much energy and enthusiasm. Honestly, I look forward to being on set every day. And of course, food is everyone’s favorite – our lunch breaks are always special!”
Despite the heavy emotional scenes, the set is far from somber.
“Our set is always full of fun and laughter,” Supriya laughs. “Everyone comes prepared, but there’s nonstop masti and support for one another. A little ritual we have is clapping whenever any co-actor delivers a really good scene. It keeps the energy high and makes the environment very encouraging.”
Maeri’s role as the emotional anchor of the Sinha family resonates deeply with Supriya’s own life.
“In real life, being a mother to two daughters, I share a strong emotional bond with my family. I’m more like a friend to my daughters and a bestie to my husband. At home, there’s always been a balance of emotions, and I try to make sure we keep smiling through life. That emotional connection is something I naturally carry, so in many ways, it blends with what I bring to Maeri,” she reflects.
When it comes to performing, Supriya believes honesty is her guiding principle.
“For me, the challenge is always to perform with honesty. Acting, when done naturally, should feel like it’s not acting at all, and that’s the toughest part. Whether it’s comedy or intense drama, if a scene touches my heart, I know it will touch the audience as well,” she explains.
This week, the Sinha family celebrates Shaurya and Anya’s engagement, adding a joyous twist to the storyline. Supriya shares her love for these festive moments on set.
“These celebratory sequences are so much fun because all of us come together, and the set instantly feels like one big family gathering. There’s music, laughter, and a sense of togetherness that feels very real. It doesn’t feel like we’re acting at all, more like we’re celebrating in our own lives,” she says with a smile.
As Ufff…Yeh Love Hai Mushkil continues to explore the complexities of love and family, Supriya Shukla’s Maeri stands out as a beautifully nuanced character — one that brings heart, humor, and hope to the Sinha family’s story.
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