Balika Vadhu’s Sumitra says “I do” all over again by the sea, and Telly Town’s biggest names showed up to cheer.
GOA: Twenty-five years, two daughters, one dance reality show and a whole lot of television later, Smita Bansal has done what most of us only dream of: she got married to the same man a second time.
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The Balika Vadhu star renewed her wedding vows with husband Ankush Mohla at an intimate white wedding-style ceremony in Goa. The celebration marked their 25 years together, and the pictures and videos now doing the rounds on social media are pure romance.
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Picture-Perfect by the Sea
Start with the visuals. In one frame, Ankush is planting a kiss on Smita’s cheek while she smiles with her eyes closed. She glowed in a white bridal gown, and he stood close beside her in a dark suit, holding her tight.
Another video shows Smita walking down the aisle while her bridesmaids cheer and whoop. The ceremony appears to have been held outdoors with the sea as its backdrop. The venue featured cream-coloured seating, floral decorations and a beautifully arranged ceremony space.
One small detail has fans emotional: a decorative sign at the venue read “Ankush & Smita” and carried the date October 26, marking their 25 years together. It is the kind of detail that makes a celebration feel personal.
The Telly Town Guest List
This was no ordinary party. Television friends turned up and posted glimpses from the event. Neha Marda, who played Gehna opposite Smita on Balika Vadhu, was among those associated with the occasion. Sangita Ghosh, Jayati Bhatia and others also shared pictures and videos online.
For fans of the long-running show, seeing the on-screen sisters-in-law together again was a treat. Smita’s character Sumitra Singh and Neha’s Gehna shared a close bond in the Singh family, and that chemistry clearly continues off-screen.
Who Are Smita and Ankush?
Smita became a household name as Sumitra Singh in Balika Vadhu, a role that remains one of her best-known on television. She has also appeared in shows including Amanat, Aashirwad and Kasautii Zindagii Kay.
Ankush is an actor and television director. He also co-directed the web series Roohaniyat for MX Player with Glen Barretto, in which Smita appears in the cast. So their partnership isn’t just personal; at times it has been professional too.
The couple have two daughters, Stasha and Anaagha. Smita has often shared family moments on social media, including her daughter Stasha’s graduation day, where she posted a heartfelt picture of the men in her life.
They also stepped into the spotlight together on Nach Baliye 5 in 2012. Viewers appreciated their participation, especially since Smita returned to dancing around three months after giving birth to her second daughter. Her energy and dedication impressed both the judges and the audience.
Why Vow Renewals Are Having a Moment
Smita and Ankush aren’t alone. Renewing vows has become a popular milestone ritual in India, and Goa is a favourite backdrop. Couples use the occasion to celebrate with friends and family who may not have been at the original wedding, or simply to say “we’d choose each other again.”
A white wedding theme, with its soft colours, florals and sea breeze, has also become a signature style for such ceremonies. It lets couples treat the day as a celebration rather than a ritual-heavy event. For a pair who have lived their love story in the public eye, it is a way to mark 25 years on their own terms.
What This Means for Smita and Ankush
1. A fresh wave of goodwill. Celebrity milestones like this often boost public affection. Fans who grew up watching Smita as Sumitra will likely respond warmly, and that kind of affection helps her visibility.
2. Visibility boost. Viral pictures and videos mean new eyes on both her and Ankush. For performers, that keeps them present in the conversation between projects.
3. The “couple goals” tag. Longevity is rare in showbiz, and 25 years is a headline in itself. Being seen as a lasting, grounded couple can strengthen their brand as a duo, from interviews to joint appearances.
What Could Happen Next
(This is our analysis, not confirmed fact.)
- More anniversary content. Expect additional photos, reels or a full video from the ceremony, along with heartfelt captions from the couple and guests.
- TV reunion talk. With Neha Marda and other co-stars in the frame, fans are bound to ask about a Balika Vadhu reunion or a new project with the cast. Nothing is confirmed, but the nostalgia is real.
- Joint projects. Given Ankush’s directing work and Smita’s acting career, a future collaboration on screen or behind the camera wouldn’t surprise anyone.
- Reality show buzz. Their earlier turn on Nach Baliye 5 proved they work well as a pair. Viewers love a real-life couple with history, so a return to couple-based shows isn’t out of the question.
The Bottom Line
In a business where relationships often make headlines for the wrong reasons, Smita Bansal and Ankush Mohla chose a sea breeze, a white gown and a very big smile. A quarter-century in, the message is simple and sweet: they’d do it all over again, and they just did.
For Smita, the star who once played a young bride’s sister-in-law on one of television’s most beloved shows, the sequel may be the best episode yet.
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