'Balika Vadhu' to go off air?

Colors' longest-running show "Balika Vadhu," which has been entertaining viewers for more than seven years, will apparently draw the curtains soon.

According to a report in India Forums, "Balika Vadhu" maker Sphere Origin is planning to introduce a new show, which will replace the ongoing daily soap. The new show is currently in its initial stage of development.

"Balika Vadhu, the show that started seven years back along with the launch of the channel, Colors has seen many popular actors coming in and going out. And all this while the show sustained to keep the audience glued to their screens with their intriguing storyline. However, as they say all good things come to an end, the show too might soon come to an end," a source told the web-portal.

"The makers of the show, Sphere Origin are now planning to roll out a new show which would replace Balika Vadhu. However, the plot line of the new show is yet to be disclosed and they are working rigorously on the same," the same source added.

However, the report further stated that the producer of the show has refuted the rumours.

"Balika Vadhu," which was launched in 2008, gained immense love from its viewers with its unique concept of child marriage and brilliant performances by the cast. Over the past years, the family drama with a social message highlighted various issues such as adult education, adoption, widow remarriage among others.

Actors like Avika Gor, Pratyusha Banerjee, Shashank Vyas, Toral Rasputra, Sidharth Shukla gained recognition in the industry with their excellent performances on the show.