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6 days ago
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Panchayat Star Sanvikaa Admits She Felt Awkward in Front of Paps: ‘Mera First Time Hai Nah'
Sanvikaa made quite a mark playing the role of Rinki, sarpanchji's daughter, in Panchayat series. Jitendra Kumar, Neena Gupta and Raghubir Yadav's Panchayat is undoubtedly one of the most loved shows in India. Among the breakout stars is Sanvikaa, who rose to fame playing the role of Rinki. Ever since then, the actress has been enjoying the love and admiration of the audience. But despite her growing popularity, the actress recently confessed to feeling a bit awkward when she was papped for the first time. In a video doing the rounds on Instagram, Sanvikaa is seen exiting a venue and being greeted by the paparazzi. She greeted them back with a smile and genuine warmth. When one of the paps requested, 'Aap aagey aaiye thoda," she responded with a little laugh, 'Aur aagey aau?" That is when she admitted, 'Mera first time hai nah," adding, 'Isiliye mere liye awkward hai thoda sa." It was a sweet and honest moment that showed how grounded she remains, despite stepping into the spotlight. Before leaving, Sanvikaa flashed a thumbs-up and thanked the photographers. She even folded her hands to say goodbye. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pinkvilla (@pinkvilla) The video instantly caught the attention of her fans, with many praising her simplicity. Comments ranged from 'So sweet of her to admit it," to 'A journey from no one to known one! Superb @iamsanvikaa! Really proud of you. Watching Panchayat Season 4. Rinkiyaaa!" Another fan wrote, 'Queen of Panchayat," while someone else simply said, 'Many many congratulations on this." Written by Chandan Kumar and directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra, Panchayat follows the life of a panchayat secretary during the much-anticipated village elections. The show continues to receive massive love, and fans are already demanding Season 4. As for Sanvikaa's journey, it is nothing short of inspiring. Born as Pooja Singh in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, she pursued engineering in her hometown. Though her parents wanted her to opt for a stable job, she moved to Mumbai to chase her dream. Initially, she lived with a friend already working in the entertainment industry. With that friend's encouragement, Sanvikaa began working as an outfit assistant director while simultaneously giving auditions. Within just ten days, she landed a commercial – and the rest, as they say, is history. Her casting in Panchayat Season 2 became her big break, and since then, there's been no looking back. According to reports, she has been flooded with offers for upcoming roles in multiple projects. First Published: June 24, 2025, 18:51 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
The Hindu
14-07-2025
- General
- The Hindu
DU dreams hit digital barriers in Haryana villages
In the Marodhi Jattan village of Rohtak district in Haryana, 17-year-old Rinki was set on pursuing a BA programme at Delhi University (DU) until her hopes were abruptly dashed. 'When I went to apply for the CUET (Common University Entrance Test) at the Common Services Centre, I was told I was not eligible because the minimum age is 18,' she says. In reality, there is no such age limit. She still breaks down recalling how she was misinformed. Her mother says, 'We want our daughter to have a bright future, but we don't know how or where to apply.' CUET became mandatory for undergraduate admissions to Central universities in 2022, replacing board-based admissions. Over the past three years, institutions like the Jawaharlal Nehru University have shifted to fully digital, centralised systems such as DU's Common Seat Allocation System (CSAS). Every village across India has a government-run common services centre (CSC), which is often the only place where students from rural areas can access online forms for higher education. Those without laptops prefer travelling nearly 17 km to cyber cafes in Rohtak city for detailed information. Even as the undergraduate admission process for DU is under way, many students remain undecided about their future. Teachers and activists The Hindu spoke to for the story said that while some of the students prefer colleges in their area, those who wanted to study in DU are seeing their dreams fade due to misinformation, complex digital processes, and costs. Lengthy process In a government school in the Marodhi Jattan village, very few students have their career paths figured out. Teacher Surender Singh explains, 'Earlier, many students aspired to go outside Haryana for studies. Now, the admission process involves multiple steps, including registration, obtaining a rank, creating a preference list, and accepting or rejecting colleges – all done online. Only children from well-informed or elite families manage to complete the process.' His daughter, Suahana Singh, recently enrolled in DU's Hindu College for a postgraduate degree in Mathematics. She says she had to travel to Rohtak at least four times during the process, paying ₹100 per visit to a cybercafe. She tracked application updates via e-mail on her smartphone. Her father adds, 'Most parents here cannot afford this kind of time or financial commitment for admissions. From our end, we try to counsel students and tell them about their options.' Information gaps Though DU conducts webinars and releases detailed guidelines, critical information rarely reaches students from marginalised backgrounds, says social activist Sunil Jaglan, who works on education and gender issues in Haryana. 'In most villages, only one or two students apply to Central universities. Information is passed down from one batch to another. So, if no one goes this year, there will be an information vacuum next year,' says Mr. Jaglan. Lack of counselling in schools adds to the problem. 'There is no guidance on the process, and parents are also worried about expenses and the safety of their daughters,' he adds. In Bahadurgarh, closer to Delhi, Class 11 student Meenu says confidently that she wants to pursue BCom (Hons) from DU. But ask her about CUET and she says, 'I don't know about any such test.' Digital divide In Bhali Anandpur village, youth flock to Satpal Singh at the local government-run CSC for help with college applications, exams, and job forms. 'Five or six years ago, many students applied to universities in Delhi. Now, only a few do. Either because it's a lengthy process, or because more students are choosing to stay back in Haryana, where the education system has improved,' he says. Cybercafe owners in Rohtak also feel the same. Out of 100 students, only a handful aim for Central universities, they say. While DU says the online process has led to greater diversity, it has also acknowledged challenges. Last month, it launched a skill training programme for students from Scheduled Tribes and remote areas, including CUET orientation, to improve access. A university official told The Hindu that working on increasing awareness among students is necessary, as many rural students lose track of their application status because they apply using cybercafes' e-mail IDs. Some teachers have noticed a visible decline in classroom diversity. Miranda House Professor Abha Dev Habib observes, 'Fees are rising, and Delhi is becoming more expensive. With CUET, parents struggle to afford coaching. First-generation learners feel overwhelmed; they know they are competing against students who have access to coaching classes.' She adds, 'The form-filling itself is daunting. That is where the digital and information divide hits hardest.'
Indian Express
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Panchayat 4: Sanvikaa on Rinki confessing love to Sachiv Ji, says ‘makers are slow, Rinki is tez'; Jitendra Kumar calls his character ‘an idiot when it comes to love'
Ever since Panchayat Season 4 streamed on Prime Video, social media is wondering 'what if Banrakas learns about Rinki and Sachiv Ji's new love?' While season 4 was hardcore politics, it also showed some lighter moments between Rinki and Sachiv Ji. Very subtly, the makers convinced their viewers that they have both expressed their love for each other on WhatsApp. While all this is on-screen, actress Sanvikaa Pooja Singh believes the makers are extremely slow. 'For the kind of person Rinki is, I believe she will directly confess her feelings to Sachiv Ji. I don't think she will follow the slow pace. Humarein makers bade slow hai, par Rinki tez hai (Our makers are extremely slow, but Rinki is quick),' she told Red FM India. Justifying her love for Sachiv Ji, Rinki shared, 'If a man is taking so many punches for you, it's obvious you will develop some feelings towards them. In the interview, Rinki aka Sanvikaa shared that while Sachiv Ji is guiding Rinki to prepare for MBA on-screen, off-screen Jitendra Kumar has been helping her with acting. ALSO READ | Zeenat Aman says 'Rajesh Khanna was always late, would decide when to come and when to shoot': 'Amitabh Bachchan was extremely professional' 'When we go on stage to rehearse, things get extremely easy when your co-actors are like Jeetu. I really think that Jeetu has made my journey extremely easy. I really thank him from the bottom of my heart. I was very nervous in season 2, but the way in which Jeetu supported me… we don't speak a lot off-screen, but sometimes even two lines of support work wonders for newcomers (like me).' In the same interview, Sachiv Ji aka Jitendra Kumar was given a situation: 'How would Sachiv Ji propose to Rinki in Mumbai's monsoon?' To this, the actor replied, 'If you have to express your love in Mumbai during monsoon, I don't think there is a better place than Marine Drive.' His answer, however, didn't impress Sanvikaa. Showing her disagreement, the actress quickly said, 'You need to have some greenery around you. You need to step outside Mumbai to express love.' This prompted the interviewer to say, 'It seems only Rinki can give you a lecture on love.' To this, Jitendra shared, 'Sachiv Ji iss maamle mein thode budbak hai. (Sachiv Ji is an idiot when it comes to love).' Panchayat Season 4 opened to mixed review. But, the blossoming love between Sachiv Ji-Rinki, Bhushan's strong opposition, Binod's powerful transition and Vidhayak's carefree dance have become the highlights of the show. Soon after streaming the fourth season, the makers of the show also announced a fifth season which will most likely release in 2026.
India Today
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Jitendra Kumar on Sanvikaa refusing Panchayat 4 kiss scene: Taken out of context
'Panchayat 4' has been getting a lot of attention not just for its story, but also for a scene between Sachiv Ji and Rinki, played by Jitendra Kumar and Sanvikaa. Recently, Sanvikaa said she had refused to do a kissing scene with Jitendra. Now, Jitendra has clarified that her comment was to NDTV, Jitendra said, 'I think Sanvikaa's comment was taken out of context. When the scene was proposed, I told the makers to ask her first. Her consent was essential. We wanted to make the scene awkwardly funny - like they're about to kiss, and the light goes off. But eventually, it was shot differently.'advertisementHe also shared that he has no problem with doing kissing scenes if it fits the story. 'I kissed Ayushmann Khurrana in 'Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan'. I've kissed actresses on screen before. As an actor, I don't have reservations about it. But whether it's a kiss or any other scene, it has to serve the story. Kahani mein maza aana chahiye, audience se connect karna chahiye (The story should be enjoyable and should connect with the audience),' he added. Earlier, in an interview with Just Too Filmy, Sanvikaa said she was told there would be a kiss between Rinki and Sachiv Ji. 'At first, no one said anything during the narration. Later, director Akshat told me there was a kissing scene. Earlier, the scene was different - Rinki falls in the car and they kiss,' she explained that she asked for two days to think about it. 'I thought Panchayat has many family viewers. I was not comfortable, so I refused. The makers respected my decision and changed the scene. Instead, they added the tank scene,' Sanvikaa shared.'Panchayat 4' is now streaming on Prime Video.- EndsMust Watch
News18
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Panchayat 5 Announced: Manju Devi Vs Kranti Devi Rivalry Continues
Last Updated: Prime Video has announced Panchayat Season 5, along with release details. A brand new poster of the upcoming season has also been unveiled. Panchayat 5 Release: After the phenomenal success of Panchayat 4, Prime Video has announced that a brand new season is already in development and will premiere in 2026. Since its debut on Prime Video in 2018, Panchayat has consistently won hearts and earned critical acclaim. The announcement of the new season comes as a delight for fans, who are on a cliffhanger over the fate of the latest season's village politics. Contrary to the poster of Panchayat 4, the new glimpse from the upcoming season has all the characters in a joyful mood. While the Manju Devi Vs Kranti Devi battle continues to exists, the light-hearted poster, with everyone smiling wide, will leave you excited for a whole new season of joyride and challenges. Not to forget, lauki (bottle gourd) plays a key feature in the new poster. 'Hi 5 Phulera wapas aane ki taiyyaari shuru kar lijiye #PanchayatOnPrime, New Season, Coming Soon," read the caption. Take a look: Vijay Koshy, President, The Viral Fever (TVF), shared details of Panchayat Season 5. He said, 'It has been a truly extraordinary journey collaborating with Prime Video to bring Panchayat to life and witness its incredible growth over the years," adding, 'This series holds a special place in our hearts, as it beautifully captures the charm, humor, and nuances of rural India, celebrating the power of simple, human storytelling. Panchayat reflects the shared vision and values we hold with Prime Video: to tell meaningful, relatable stories that resonate with audiences across geographies. We are deeply grateful for the overwhelming love Season 4 has received—not just from viewers across India, but from audiences around the world. A heartfelt thank you to the incredible cast and crew whose passion and dedication made this journey possible, and to the fans whose unwavering support continues to inspire us. We're excited for what lies ahead and look forward to bringing Season 5 to audiences in 2026." Previously, Sanvikaa, also plays Rinki on the show, exclusively told News18 Showsha that Panchayat Season 5 is officially in the works. 'Yes, yes, yes, definitely. It is happening," Sanvikaa said, addressing the much-asked question. 'The writing is still in the process, and hopefully we should go on floors maybe by the end of November or the start of next year." However, she kept details about the plot tightly under wraps. Teasing fans about the unresolved storyline, especially between her character Rinki and Jitendra Kumar's Sachiv ji, she said, 'That's why we left the season at that point, so we can take it up in the next season. But what is happening with Sachiv ji's and Rinki's life? We have no idea!" She added that only the writers and the director know what's coming next, and fans should let them know they want to see more of the pair together. Produced by The Viral Fever, Panchayat is created by Deepak Kumar Mishra and Chandan Kumar, written by Chandan Kumar and directed by Akshat Vijaywargiya and Deepak Kumar Mishra. The series features a much-loved cast, including Jitendra Kumar, Neena Gupta, Raghubir Yadav, Faisal Malik, Chandan Roy, Sanvikaa, Durgesh Kumar, Sunita Rajwar, Ashok Pathak and Pankaj Jha. First Published: July 07, 2025, 15:02 IST
