India, July 7 -- Last seen in Bhagya Lakshmi, actor Smita Bansal recalls the experience fondly as the TV show came to an end recently. In today's time, when shows are going off-air in just a few months, her show managed to run for four years. Asked what worked for it, and she says: "Television is ruled by the writers. As actors, we come in much later. I can only say that if the characters are relatable and the emotions are strong, the show works. There surely needs to be a connection between us (characters) and the audience."

Having been a part of the TV industry for close to three decades, Smita Bansal reflects on the evolution of its working style. "Back in the day, we would be on set all day and sometimes even night. Now, younger acto...