India, June 6 -- The fifth season of Gullak has officially arrived, marking nearly half a decade of capturing the rhythms of the middle-class Mishra family. As the beloved series returns to screens, the biggest talking point surrounding this new chapter is the recasting of the eldest son, Annu Mishra. After four seasons of Vaibhav Raj Gupta playing the role, Anant V Joshi has stepped into the character's shoes.

In an exclusive sit-down interview with Hindustan Times, the cast, Jameel Khan, Harsh Mayar, Helly Shah, and Anant V Joshi, opened up about navigating this monumental transition, the immense pressure behind the scenes, and why the brotherhood at the core of the show remains as fierce as ever.

Stepping into a character deeply wove...