As per news, Poonam Dhillon, who plays the role Karan Kundrra’s (Rithwik Noon) mother has quit the show. According to news in TOI, “Barely a week after 'Dil Hi Toh Hai' went on air, Poonam Dhillon, who was roped in to play the male lead Karan Kundra's mother, has bowed out of the project.”
Confirming the news to portal, Poonam said, “I wasn’t happy with the way my track was shaping up. It was centred around the male lead’s love story and my character was just incidental, not meaty enough to excite me. After my last two TV experiences — 'Ek Nayi Pehchaan' and 'Kittie Party' — I was looking for central roles, which I thought this would be. I don’t mind putting in extra hours in a distant location, if the role is fulfilling. So, rather than wait for a few more weeks and create discomfort between the production house and me, I decided to quit immediately. The makers were considerate enough to accept my decision and we parted on an amicable note. I would like to work with them in the future with a strong character. I also have other commitments like my play, a film and some other responsibilities, which were suffering, too. I am looking forward to doing exciting work on TV, be it a soap or a talk show.”
TV and Bollywood actress Rajeshwari Sachdev will step in Poonam Dhillon’s shoes now.Talking about this Rajeshwari said, “I am sure Poonamji has valid reasons for quitting the show. I have shot just for a day and so far, the character seems interesting. I like the way the show is being shot and I am hopeful that the character will pan out well. TV shows, unlike films, don’t follow a bound script. Different tracks and characters are highlighted at various points to keep a show interesting. In addition, as I am not required to shoot daily, it allows me to focus on other projects as well.”
Dil Hi To Hai also stars Bijay Anand who plays the role of Rithwik’s father.