The year 2020 was a mixed bag for Indian television. While the year started with good ratings with Kundali Bhagya and reality shows like Bigg Boss 13. But it completely banned the shooting. Resulting in no new episodes lasting more than two months. All thanks to the novel coronavirus virus epidemic. However, the epidemic brought the old classics back to TV. Audiences got to enjoy shows like Ramayana, Mahabharata, Circus, Dekh Bhai Deh and The Jungle book. Here is the list of the 10 most watched tv shows in 2020.
1. Ramayan
Ramanand Sagar’s Ramayana returned to TV on March 28 and broke the audience record. According to BARC India, it recorded 77 million raids on 16 April. Which made it the most watched entertainment show in the world. The show was back on Doordarshan so that they could stay at home during the lockdown.
2. Anupamaa
Rajan Shahi’s Anupamaa is the most watched television show of 2020. The show, which aired on Star Plus in July this year, focuses on the daily struggle of a housewife. Who forgets herself while taking care of her family. The show stars Rupali Ganguly and Sudhanshu Pandey in lead roles. Currently, the show is working with Anupama’s (Rupali) Parivartan as she learns that her husband Vanraj (Sudhanshu) was cheating on her.
3. Mahabaharat
BR Chopra’s Mahabharata was another mythological show that returned to TV this year and enjoyed a resounding audience. The show aired on DD Bharti, including Nitish Bhardwaj, Roopa Gangulu, Gajendra Chauhan, Pankha Dhir and Puneet Issar among others. Prasar Bharati decided to bring back the old show to put the audience in lockdown and it worked wonders for the Doordarshan audience.
4. Kundli Baghya
Ekta Kapoor’s Kundali Bhagya topped the ratings charts for quite some time. Starring Shraddha Arya and Dheeraj Dhupar, the show has a huge fan following and people love watching Preet (Arya) and Karan K (Dhopar) romance on-screen. The show was separated by Anupama from its top position.
5. Big Boss 13
Bigg Boss 13 was a huge hit with the audience and also the most popular season till date. According to Baron India, the show was extended to February, with contestants such as Siddharth Shukla, Aseem Riaz and Shahnaz Gill. The finale of The Bigg Boss 13 was seen extensively and was the most-watched reality show of that week. The winner of the show was Siddharth Shukla.
6. Kumkum Baghya
Kumkum Bhagya, one of Zee TV’s longest-running soaps, is still running strong. The show, starring Sriti Jha and Shabbir Ahluwalia, has running for over six years. It has maintained a steady position in the top 5 shows on the ratings charts.
7. India’s Best Dancer
India’s Best Dancer is another reality show, which has achieved good numbers on the ratings charts. The grand finale of the dance reality show seen in a big way. The show was hosted by Bharti Singh and husband Harsh Limbachia and the judges were Malaika Arora, Terence Lewis and Geeta Kapoor.
8. Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chasma
India’s longest running sitcom Taarak Mehta’s Ooltah Chashmah is the most watched show of the year. Not only fresh episodes, but even re-runs are watched by her fans. The show revolving around the lives of the residents of the Gokuldhan Society has liked by many.
9. Choti Sardarni
Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia and Avinesh Rekha – star Choti Sardarni blindfolded this year. The family drama introduced the audience to its interesting story. The show introduced an interesting twist as Yadav reminding Vikram.
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10. Imlie
A new show, Imlie, which aired on Star Plus on November 16, has raised viewers’ interest. The show has since then been stable and featured in the Top 5 shows since. The show unfolds a unique triangular love story based on the life of a tribal girl named Imli. Who is not yet knowledgeable. She comes from a small community located on the outskirts of UP. These are the most watched tv shows in 2020.
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