Jayati Bhatia returns to Jaane Anjaane Hum Mile in a new role: 'Mystery is whether Sharda and Shalini are same'

24 February,2026 07:31 PM IST |  Mumbai  |  mid-day online correspondent

Jayati Bhatia returns to Jaane Anjaane Hum Mile as Shalini Batra, a mysterious new character whose connection to her former role Sharda remains unclear. The actress hints at a layered backstory, promising fresh twists in Raghav and Reet’s journey

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The popular television drama Jaane Anjaane Hum Mile, starring Bharat Ahlawwat as Raghav and Aayushi Khurrana as Reet, is set to witness a major twist with the return of veteran actress Jayati Bhatia. Known for her impactful screen presence, Jayati previously won audiences over with her portrayal of Sharda, a character viewers loved to hate. This time, however, she re enters the narrative in a completely new avatar as Shalini Batra.

Jayati Bhatia returns to Jaane Anjaane Hum Mile

The introduction of Shalini has already sparked intrigue among loyal viewers. While her past character Sharda left behind a strong impression, Shalini's identity comes wrapped in mystery. Speaking about the role, Jayati shared that the character is still evolving within the storyline. "Right now, Shalini Batra's character is being developed. I don't know whether she is a positive or negative character. As the story progresses, Shalini Batra will continue to grow. I do know that she has returned from London and runs an NGO and an ashram where she takes care of underprivileged children. There is definitely a backstory to Shalini, and only time will tell whether Sharda and Shalini are the same person. That's going to be interesting," she revealed.

Her statement has only deepened speculation about whether Shalini is truly a new character or somehow connected to Sharda. The ambiguity promises gripping drama in the episodes ahead.

Jayati Bhatia shares her joy on returning to the show

Jayati also expressed her happiness about returning to the set after a brief break. Reflecting on her bond with the cast and crew, she said, "I missed my entire team. They constantly stayed in touch and kept asking when I would return. When I informed Bharat that I would soon start shooting for the show, he was like, ‘Oh, my aunt is back!' He sounded so happy. Even I was eager to know when my character would come back into the storyline."

With Shalini Batra's entry, the show is gearing up for a compelling new chapter. Whether she brings harmony or upheaval into Raghav and Reet's lives remains to be seen, but one thing is certain her presence will not go unnoticed.

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