Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Archana Puran Singh on Career, Marriage, and New Roles
Archana Puran Singh is a well-known Indian actress who started her career with the TV show Mr Ya Mrs in 1987.
She married actor Parmeet Sethi in 1992, and their early marriage mirrored her TV show where she was the breadwinner.
Archana recalls her struggles and learning experiences in her early career, especially in comedy.
She has appeared in many popular shows and films, including Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and Badmaash Company.
Archana is grateful for the longevity her comedy roles have given her career.
She is now looking forward to her upcoming roles in Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya on Prime Video India and reflects on how the industry has evolved over the years.
Archana Puran Singh's debut TV show Mr Ya Mrs mirrored her early marriage with Parmeet Sethi.
She recalls her struggles and learning experiences in her early comedy roles.
Archana has appeared in popular shows and films like Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and Badmaash Company.
She is grateful for the longevity her comedy roles have given her career.
Archana is looking forward to her upcoming roles in Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya on Prime Video India.
- Who
- Archana Puran Singh, Parmeet Sethi, Jalal Agha, Shahid Kapoor, Anushka Sharma, Rajkummar Rao, Sanya Malhotra, Kay Kay Menon, Biswapati Sarkar, Anupam Kher, Subhash Ghai, Ratna Pathak Shah
- What
- Archana Puran Singh's career journey, her marriage, and her upcoming roles.
- When
- 1987 (Mr Ya Mrs), 1992 (marriage), 2010 (Badmaash Company), 2026 (upcoming roles)
- Where
- India, primarily in the film and television industry.
- Why
- To reflect on her career, share personal anecdotes, and discuss her new projects.
Archana's Perspective
Industry Evolution
Career Choices
Archana's Perspective
Archana believes comedy saved her career, providing longevity and memorable roles.
Industry Evolution
The industry has become more competitive, making it harder for new talent to establish themselves.
- Archana Puran Singh
- Indian actress known for her roles in comedy shows and films.
- Parmeet Sethi
- Archana's husband and fellow actor.
- Mr Ya Mrs
- Archana's debut television show aired in 1987.
- Badmaash Company
- Film directed by Parmeet Sethi, featuring Archana's iconic line.
- Adarsh Baal Vidyalaya
- Upcoming campus comedy show on Prime Video India.
- Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
- 1998 romantic comedy where Archana played Ms. Breganza.
- Saudagar
- 1991 action drama where Archana had a cameo.