Mumbai: Television actress Aalisha Panwar, known for her intense and emotionally driven roles, has now stepped into the rapidly growing mini-series space with a commanding performance in The Mistaken Child. Produced by Manish Shukla under the banner of Onkar Films & Studio, and directed by Dev Dutt Guptta, the gripping drama also features Ankit Raj and is streaming on KUKU TV.
In The Mistaken Child , Aalisha plays Avni Bajaj, a fierce mother caught in a storm of secrets after a child goes missing. The series unfolds around a powerful premise — when a child disappears, hidden truths surface and lives collide.
While the world believes Avni adopted her daughter, the truth shocks everyone — the child is her biological daughter. As the story progresses, a dark past resurfaces involving a wealthy family facing financial ruin, who once planned to secure their son’s future by marrying him to Avni’s industrialist daughter. In a chilling revelation, it is uncovered that the boy’s mother had attempted to kill Avni’s daughter in her childhood.
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Apr 30, 2026Packed with twists, emotional confrontations, and high-voltage drama, the series keeps viewers hooked till the end. Sharing her thoughts, Aalisha said:
“Avni Bajaj is one of the most layered characters I’ve ever portrayed. She is fierce as a mother, vulnerable as a woman, and fearless when it comes to protecting her child. Shooting for ‘The Mistaken Child’ was intense but incredibly fulfilling. We had such a passionate team, and despite the heavy storyline, there were many fun and memorable moments on set.”
She also spoke about the rising popularity of mini-series:
““The mini-series format is growing so rapidly, and I absolutely love it. Audiences today don’t want to wait endlessly to know what happens next. With mini-series, they can experience a complete, gripping story in one go. It’s crisp, impactful, and perfect for today’s fast-paced viewers.”
With The Mistaken Child, Onkar Films & Studio continues to back strong, content-driven storytelling. Under Manish Shukla’s production and Dev Dutt Guptta’s direction, the series blends suspense, emotion, and drama seamlessly.
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Apr 30, 2026With this powerful performance, Aalisha Panwar once again proves her versatility — making a striking mark in the evolving mini-series landscape
