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Bidaai gets grand farewell from viewers
MUMBAI: The last episode of Star Plus’ popular fiction show – Sapna babul Ka … Bidaai has got a grand bidaai (farewell) from its viewers.
The two-hour “maha episode” on 13 November notched up a TVR of 6.06, making it the second highest rated show of the week and adding 24 GRPs (gross rating points) to the channel.
Produced by Rajan Shahi’s Directors Kut Productions and launched on 8 October 2007, the show achieved many milestones during its over three-year run. It remained among the top 10 shows of the Hindi general entertainment channels (GECs), week after week.
A story of two sisters, Sadhana and Ragini, the show shored up the ratings of Star Plus at the 9 pm slot. It replaced Meri Awaaz Ko Mil Gayi Roshni, which scored a 2.9 TVR in its closing week. With its launch rating of 4.6 TVR, Bidaai pepped up the slot for Star Plus.
In December 2007, one of the protagonists, Ragini (Parul Chauhan), broke her marriage (her in-laws rejected her at the mandap because she was dark complexioned in comparison to her sister). The high drama resulted in upping the ratings to 5.4 TVR.
In March 2008, Bidaai reached a new high when Sadhana (Sara Khan) and Alekh (Angad Hasija) got married on the show. The episode touched a 6 TVR.
In October 2008, the show climbed higher with the Taj Mahotsav event. Attracting Hema Malini‘s participation along with her daughters, the episode rated 8.8 TVR, the highest rating for a show on Hindi GEC in over 500 days during that time.
In January 2009, the ratings further jumped with Ragini Ranveer‘s wedding fetching a rating of 9.6 TVR.
The show launched careers of Parul Chauhan, Kinshuk Mahajan, Sara Khan, Angad Hasija and Ashita Dhawan. Bidaai also marked a comeback for Alok Nath and Vibha Chibber.
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Mountain Goat Adventure Festival 2026 kicks off with Kärcher
13th Winter Expedition conquers Leh-Ladakh, Himachal, Upper Mustang and Bhutan from 15–22 February.
MUMBAI: The Mountain Goat Adventure Festival just proved that even the Himalayas need a good scrub because when your 4×4 is caked in mud, snow and legend, only Kärcher gets the job done. The 13th Winter Expedition, part of India’s premier endurance-led automotive community event, roared to life from 15 to 22 February 2026. A disciplined convoy of off-roaders tackled high-altitude deserts in Leh-Ladakh, rugged Himachal ridges, hidden trails in Nepal’s Upper Mustang, and challenging routes in Bhutan.
This year Kärcher India joined as the official wash partner, bringing nearly a century of high-pressure cleaning expertise to the extreme environment. Alfred Kärcher invented Europe’s first hot-water high-pressure washer in 1950, and the brand now celebrating 90 years of innovation in 2025–26 remains the world’s best-selling pressure washer, certified by Guinness World Records.
In the frozen Himalayas, where mud, snow, slush and salt threaten mechanical failure, Kärcher’s machines stripped vehicles clean with precision. From 4x4s to adventure bikes and gear, the tech kept everything expedition-ready and looking sharp.
Mountain Goat co-founders Shashwat Gupta and Suraj Tayal said, “As we enter the 13th Winter Expedition in 2026, Mountain Goat continues to push boundaries across newer terrains and tougher conditions. Strong partnerships play a key role in enhancing the expedition experience. In environments where mud, snow, and slush are constant challenges, maintaining vehicles becomes essential not just for performance, but for pride.”
The collaboration highlighted a perfect match, Mountain Goat’s relentless drive to conquer unforgiving landscapes paired with Kärcher’s legendary ability to blast away the grit. In a festival where every kilometre tells a story, this year’s edition proved that the real adventure isn’t just reaching the peak, it’s arriving there looking like you never left the showroom.
