MUMBAI: Indian Television industry is known for saas-bahu dramas and vamps in the form of mother-in-laws and sister-in-laws. Well, everyone forgets about the villains, the men folk who terrorize their peers and the audience by their sheer dominance and negativity.

For many years, there have been some strong villainous characters portrayed by talented actors. Popular amongst the audience for their cunningness, shrewdness and cruelty, these villains set new boundaries in terms of wickedness. Yet ironically some of them are the most favourite amongst the audiences.  (Also Read: MUST READ! From Shreyansh Kaurav to Asmi Deo; child stars ruling television right now! ) 

Let’s take a look at some of the most classy and non-cringe villains of television!

Sakshi Goenka from Ek Hasina Thi

Simone played the role of Sakshi Goenka in Ek Hasina Thi. She was not only class apart but the audience was also in awe of her fashion and style

Svetlana in Ishqbaaz 

Reyhna Malhotra played the role of Svetlana and she was strong headed who never stopped in her mission and was dedicated towards achieving what she desired for.

Shyam Manohar Jha from Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon?

The role was enacted by Aabhaas Mehta. He was  purely cruel, vile and brutal.

Roshni Kataria

Sheetal Singh was seen as Roshni in Channel V’s Paanch. This show was her claim to fame. 

Talking about villains and vamps, how can we forget Maya from Beyhadh. She was all things sophisticated and class apart and gave major fashion goals from corporate wear to occasional and casual. 

What are your thoughts on the same? Do you have more names to add to the list? (Also Read: Must-Read! From Titli to Keh Doon Tumhein, shows with dark subjects that failed to connect with the audience and wrapped up!) 

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