"Nazar", set to go on air on Star Plus, is set in modern India and talks about the dark energies of a 'daayan' and how they affect lives.
Smita plays a "crucial" character in the show, read a statetent.
"I am excited to be part of a project that challenges me to think outside my comfort zone. I love playing characters that have different layers to it and are meaningful. I have waited for 2 years to play a role like this and I am very grateful to the makers for getting me onboard for the show," she said.