Neena Gupta Reveals She Wanted To Give Up Panchayat 3 While Shooting In 47°: 'It Was Challenging'

Neena Gupta says shooting for Panchayat season 3 was “challenging”. In a recent interview, the veteran actress recalled shooting for the show in 47 degrees when she revealed that there were times when she wanted to give up. She mentioned that even though it was “physically very tough”, everyone on the sets worked hard.

“We had to shoot in 45°- 47° temperature. This time I had to fall off a bike. There were pebbles and gravel on the road and upar se dhoop thi (and it was hot). It was challenging for all of us — for the actors, for the technicians. Actors could at least stand in the shade with fans in their free time. It was physically very tough to shoot this and maybe that’s why people are liking it because it is so genuine, so people relate to it. Mehnat toh karni chaahiye (one should work hard), it was fun,” Neena Gupta told Indian Express.

However, Neena also admitted that working for Panchayat was an “exciting phase”. “I thank god for it at least twice-thrice everyday for this phase, I got Panchayat and other work. At this point I am taking care of my health and hoping for good work to come my way because only work can keep you going in life. Kaam nahi hai toh bohot takleef hoti hai, kaam hai toh jeevan sukhi rehta hai (It is difficult when there is no work, life is good when there is work),” the actress added.

Neena Gupta plays the role of Rinku Devi in Panchayat. Her character is Phulera village’s Pradhan in the show. Besides Neena, the show also stars Jitendra Kumar, Raghubir Yadav, Chandan Roy and Faisal Malik among others in key roles.

Panchayat 3 was recently released and is currently streaming on Prime Video. News18 Showsha’s review of the show reads, “While the culmination of this season may have left some yearning for more and witnessed a subtle shift in its narrative essence, Panchayat 3 persevered in upholding its intrinsic charm—striking a delicate balance between humour, entertainment, and the uncharted depths of emotion waiting to be explored. As the expansive canvas of Phulera continues to expand with each passing season, the tantalizing prospect of uncharted territories beckons, promising a future brimming with untold tales waiting to unfold, leaving audiences eager to unravel the mysteries that lie ahead.”