From legacy daily soaps to fresh-age dramas, these TV shows dominated Indian living rooms in 2025, delivering record-breaking TRPs, viral moments, and loyal fan armies.
As 2025 slowly bows out and the television industry steps into 2026 with renewed optimism, one thing is crystal clear — Indian television remains as powerful, emotional, and fiercely competitive as ever. This year saw iconic shows making thunderous comebacks, new narratives breaking stereotypes, and familiar favourites refusing to loosen their grip on the TRP throne.
From Star Plus and Zee TV to Sony SAB, the year belonged to daily soaps that blended nostalgia, drama, romance, and relatability. Here’s a deep dive into the Most Popular TV Shows of 2025, the serials that ruled TRP charts week after week and became household conversations.
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1) Anupamaa – The Undisputed Queen of Indian Television
There’s dominance, and then there’s Anupamaa-level dominance.
Produced by Rajan Shahi’s Director’s Kut Productions, Anupamaa once again emerged as the most-watched TV show of 2025. With TRP peaking at an impressive 2.4 and holding the top spot for most weeks, the Star Plus show proved why it’s a phenomenon.
The introduction of new leads Adrija Roy and Shivam Khajuria added fresh energy, while Rupali Ganguly’s evolving journey kept loyal viewers emotionally invested. The formation of the new fandom #Pradhya and high-voltage drama involving the Kothari family ensured there was never a dull moment.
Love it or criticize it — Anupamaa owned 2025.
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2) Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 – Nostalgia Done Right
The return everyone waited 25 years for finally happened — and it didn’t disappoint.
Ekta Kapoor’s Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 stormed back onto Star Plus with Smriti Irani and Amar Upadhyay reprising their iconic roles. The reboot wasn’t just a nostalgia trip; it became a full-blown TRP monster.
With ratings peaking at 2.5 TVR, the show engaged in a fierce neck-to-neck battle with Anupamaa for the top spot. The family politics, emotional conflicts, and signature Balaji drama worked like magic all over again.
3) Tumm Se Tumm Tak – The Surprise Success Story
Zee TV found its unexpected hero in Tumm Se Tumm Tak.
Produced by Prateek Sharma’s LSD Studio, the show starring Sharad Kelkar and Niharika Chouksey defied expectations. Despite debates around the age-gap narrative, audiences embraced the story wholeheartedly.
Starting at 1.4 TVR and climbing up to 2.0 TVR, the show even broke into the top 3 — an impressive feat for a non-conventional love story. It proved that content still rules when executed with conviction.
4) Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah – The Evergreen Entertainer
Comedy never goes out of style, and Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah proved that yet again.
Produced by Asit Modi’s Neela Telefilms, the Sony SAB sitcom ruled hearts in 2025, even ranking #1 for three consecutive weeks. The return of the iconic ‘Bhootni’ track pushed TRPs to a high of 2.6 TVR.
Even after years on air, the show continues to be a comfort watch for families across generations.
5) Udne Ki Aasha – A Slot Leader With Substance
Star Plus’ Udne Ki Aasha turned out to be one of the strongest performers of the year.
Starring Kanwar Dhillon and Neha Harsora, the show consistently topped its time slot and secured the #1 position for several weeks. With TRPs touching 2.6 TVR, it stayed firmly in the top 5 throughout the year.
A fresh storyline and emotionally grounded characters made it highly relatable.
6) Vasudha – Zee TV’s Silent Performer
While it may not have grabbed headlines every week, Vasudha quietly built a loyal audience.
Produced by Arvind Babbal, the Zee TV show starring Priya Thakur and Abhishek Sharma maintained steady ratings despite fluctuations. It consistently found a place in the top 5, helping Zee TV stay competitive in a tough market.
7) Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai – Still Standing Tall
Rajan Shahi’s longest-running saga Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai once again proved its staying power.
Despite multiple cast changes and storyline shifts, the Star Plus show never slipped out of the top 5. Samridhii Shukla and Rohit Purohit’s romantic arc kept fans engaged, even though the show didn’t claim the #1 spot this year.
Consistency remained its biggest strength.
8) Mangal Lakshmi – A Strong Mid-Year Performer
Produced by Suzana Ghai, Mangal Lakshmi experienced a rollercoaster year.
Starring Deepika Singh and Naman Shaw, the show ranked in the top 3 during early 2025 and even surpassed YRKKH briefly. While it later fluctuated between 1.2 and 1.8 TVR, it stayed relevant within the top 5 and top 10 lists.
9) Jaane Anjaane Hum Mile – Zee TV’s Chemistry Win
Another Zee TV offering that made its mark was Jaane Anjaane Hum Mile.
Produced by Rose Audio Visuals Pvt. Ltd, the show had a strong start but faced rating fluctuations between 1.3 and 1.8 TVR. Still, Ayushi Khurana and Bharat Ahlawat’s chemistry turned them into household names and helped the show stay within the top 10.
10) Ganga Mai Ki Betiyan – A New Fan Favourite
Ravi Dubey and Sargun Mehta’s Dreamiyata Entertainment struck gold with Ganga Mai Ki Betiyan.
Starring Sheizaan Khan and Amandeep Sidhu, the show connected deeply with audiences from day one. With TRPs ranging between 1.4 and 1.9 TVR, it quickly climbed into the top 5, proving that strong storytelling still works wonders.
Final Verdict
2025 was a year where legacy met freshness on Indian television. From the unstoppable reign of Anupamaa to the nostalgic return of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, and from experimental love stories to evergreen sitcoms, the TRP race stayed intense till the very end.
As 2026 approaches, the bar has been set high — and television lovers wouldn’t have it any other way.
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