Mumbai: As COLORS completes 17 vibrant years on Indian television, the channel marks its journey with a powerful tribute to the stories, characters, and viewers that have made it a household name. Since its launch in 2008, COLORS has transformed the Hindi GEC space with genre-defining shows like Balika Vadhu, Shakti, Naagin, Bigg Boss, Khatron Ke Khiladi, and most recently, Laughter Chefs: Unlimited Entertainment — each show reflecting a unique social pulse and emotional truth.
On the channel’s 17th Anniversary, JioStar spokesperson Alok Jain says, “As COLORS turns 17, we celebrate a legacy of storytelling that has redefined Hindi entertainment and sparked conversations across the country. Television remains a trusted companion, and COLORS continues to thrive by telling stories that reflect the many shades of Indian life and characters who feel like family. Societal realities have always been at our core, encouraging audiences to feel deeply and engage meaningfully. From powerful family sagas and mythological epics to societal dramas, romances, reality shows, and culinary comedies, our content mirrors the rich diversity and evolving heartbeat of India. With fresh originals likeManpasand Ki Shaadi, celebrating family, choice, and tradition; Dhaakad Beera, spotlighting courage and sibling love, and Pati Patni Aur Panga – Jodiyon Ka Reality Check, bringing a fun twist to modern relationships — we continue to grow with our audiences. Our promise is to keep telling stories with heart, humour, and honesty. Thank you for making us a part of your homes, your hearts, and your everyday moments — you make COLORS what it is.”
The celebration includes the launch of fresh originals like Manpasand Ki Shaadi, Dhaakad Beera, and Pati Patni Aur Panga, each reinforcing the channel’s commitment to showcasing heartwarming, bold, and relevant narratives.
Talking about her journey with COLORS, Avika Gor shares, “COLORS didn’t just give me a role — it gave me an identity. Anandi became a household name, and through her, I found a place in the hearts of millions. Before Balika Vadhu, I had faced the camera, but it was COLORS that gave me the recognition that changed my life. From Beti Anandi to Bahu Roli in Sasural Simar Ka and now returning with Pati Patni Aur Panga alongside my fiancé Milind Chandwani — it feels like coming home. COLORS has seen my journey, nurtured it, and celebrated it. What makes the channel so special is its courage to tell bold stories and keep evolving. This isn’t just a comeback — it’s a beautiful continuation of a story I’m proud to share.”
Superstar Salman Khan, who has hosted Bigg Boss for 15 seasons, said, “My journey with COLORS and Bigg Boss isn’t just the longest-running collaboration of my career, it’s one of the most personal. When I first came on board for Bigg Boss in 2010, little did I know that I was signing up for a 15-year relationship with the show and an entire nation. Together, we’ve nurtured a tradition that the audience waits for with bated breath every year. Through format changes, digital shifts, new themes, and the ever-changing energy of the unpredictable house, this ride with COLORS has been special. Congratulations to the entire team at the channel for uniting India in entertainment for 17 years!”
Veteran actress Sudha Chandran shared, “In these 17 years, COLORS hasn’t just entertained — it has transformed Indian television. For me, it reshaped my image and redefined what an antagonist could be. From the iconic Naagin to emotionally rich dramas like Doree, COLORS has always dared to tell bold, unconventional stories. It gave me characters that weren’t just vamps, but powerful, poetic, and deeply human. Every role pushed me to grow as an actor and dig deeper emotionally. I’m proud to be part of a legacy that continues to set new standards with every story it tells.”
Deepika Singh, lead of Mangal Lakshmi, added, “I’m truly proud that Mangal Lakshmi is now part of COLORS’ 17-year legacy. The channel gave me the freedom to portray what so many women experience —not with pain alone, but with empathy and hope. Mangal stands as a role model, radiating strength and optimism in a world that deeply needs it. Seeing her story resonate with women across regions is incredibly rewarding, and that kind of connection is only possible when a platform truly believes in the power of stories to inspire change. I am sure COLORS will continue to uplift voices, break new ground, and bring characters to life that make every woman feel seen and understood.”
With an enduring commitment to challenge norms, celebrate strength, and inspire change, COLORS’ journey is a testament to the power of storytelling. As the tagline beautifully puts it — 17 Years. One COLORS. Endless Stories.
