Summary– This carefully created list of 2000s tv shows is going to take you down memory lane. Let these mentions bring you back some memories. Read on to find out which shows made it to the list.
This generation would not understand the craze of the 2000s tv shows. Every day when it used to air on television, family members used to gather around and watch together. It was more of a binding force that brought people together. The cliffhangers, the extreme drama and of course the sacrifices all of these elements made each show worthy of watching. Now, when we look back, we might ask questions like “why would you do that?”, but in that era, it was justified. The acting was so commendable that many fans still call their favorite actor by the name from the show instead of their real one. Enough with the talk, check out the list below.
5. Dill Mill Gayye (Star One, 2007–2010)
The fictional hospital Sanjeevini is the main plot of this show. There are young medical students in the hospital, combined with the doctors as the main characters. Some of the actors in the lead were Karan Singh Grover and Shilpa Anand and Jennifer Winget. Winget later starred in many more successful shows after this, which a few of you might already be aware of. There are themes of love, friendship and life’s hurdles shown through the lens of each of the people. This show was a big hit in the 2000s TV shows, especially for the youth. It turned out to be the go-to show instantly after release.
4. Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahin (Sony Television, 2003–2006)
This show is about a talented yet mid looking girl starts working at a fashion house called Gulmohar. There she meets Armaan, her boss and her romantic interest in the show. Jassi’s life in the fashion house is made more difficult when Mallika constantly tries to throw shade at her. The two lead characters, Jassi and Armaan, eventually start liking each other, and this fuels the anger of Vamp Mallika. Later in the story, with the circumstances, Jassi gets a makeover and takes on a new identity of Jessica. The popular trope of the ugly duckling to beautiful swan is used here, which at that time was not so popular in the nation.
3. Left Right Left (SAB TV, 2006–2008)
This military-focused drama really captivated the attention of Indian youth. The production brought patriotism through the lens of different variations. The storyline focused on six young individuals who come from different paths of life with a main goal of serving the nation. Their story is bound together in the camp of Kanchenjunga Military Academy. Throughout the two seasons, the series brought various obstacles and hurdles that each of the cadets needed to clear. There are elements of sacrifice, betrayal, and the extent to which one can go to protect the nation and its citizens. The group faces many threats and they need to protect the citizens of the nation. They all indulge themselves in this battle while dealing with their own personal demons.
2. Shararat – Thoda Jaadu, Thodi Nazaakat (Star Plus, 2003–2006)
This one is special in this list because the story and themes Shararat had were a very unique concept on their own. A young college going girl Jiya (Shruti Seth), finds out that she’s a fairy on her 18th birthday. In addition to this surprise, her grandmother and mom reveal that they have the magic power too. The plot is a great mixture of comedy with fantasy. The way these characters used their magic powers to solve their daily problems made the show one of the most interesting 2000s tv shows. This show catered to viewers from all walks of life. Thus, now known as one of the best shows Indian television has ever aired.
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1. Ye Meri Life Hai (Sony TV, 2004–2005)
The 2000s tv shows brought a lot of shows that had female lead characters. Each of them had the determination to bend the societal unspoken laws and make it big in life. Such is the story of Ye Meri Life Hai too. The main character of the show Pooja Mehta has a dream of becoming a film director. The story surrounds her character overcoming all the problems she faces and how she finally makes it. This series carefully depicted the youth’s aspirations and how the traditional values sometimes collide.
Wrap Up
These 2000s tv shows remind us that time passes within a blink. These are the series which initially started to challenge societal norms subtly through their stories. The supporting and lead actors became familiar household names, their catchphrases and personal characteristics part of everyday vocabulary. Although these series were overshadowed by the later batches in daily soap operas. It is a fact that these stories were the ones that gave a push to be bold to the newer versions of shows on Indian Television.
Written by Kenbi Riba