Updated On: 09 August, 2025 12:38 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Chhoriyan Chali Gaon, Zee TV’s new primetime reality show hosted by Rannvijay Singha, follows 11 celebrity contestants as they leave behind their city comforts to experience rural India

Anita Hassanandani Krishna Shroff
Chhoriyan Chali Gaon, Zee TV’s latest primetime reality show hosted by Rannvijay Singha, is a spirited and emotional journey that brings 11 celebrity contestants face-to-face with the authenticity and resilience of rural India. Stepping away from their glamorous city lives, Anita Hassanandani, Krishna Shroff, Samriddhi Mehra, Aishwarya Khare, Rameet Sandhu, Anjuum Faakih, Reha Sukheja, Dolly Javed, Sumukhi Suresh, Surabhi Mehra, and Erica Packard immerse themselves in the everyday life of a traditional Indian village, milking buffaloes, cooking on a chulha, chasing hens, and taking on chores that challenge their comfort zones and build resilience.
But beyond the fun tasks and the daily trials, something far more meaningful is unfolding. Living alongside village families and in their houses, Anita Hassanandani, Krishna Shroff, and Samriddhi Mehra are discovering the true power of connection and community. Krishna and Samriddhi have taken on the role of mentors, encouraging the children of the house they are living in to prioritise education. They wake the kids up, help them get ready for school, and remind them that learning is the key to a brighter future. Their guidance comes from a place of genuine care and a deep belief in the power of education.
Krishna Shroff, speaking to the children, shared, “You’re really lucky that your mother is making sure you get an education. Never be late for school; those hours are the most important. School should always be your top priority. That time will teach you more than just books; it will teach you about life. Girls in villages don’t always get this chance, so never take it for granted.”