Sameer Patil, who plays Gopal Sharma in Tumm Se Tumm Tak, believes long-format TV thrives because it allows audiences to emotionally invest in characters over time.
In the age of quick content, he calls daily soaps “a place to belong.”
In an age dominated by streaming platforms, short-format series, and snackable content, one might assume traditional television is losing ground. Yet, shows like Tumm Se Tumm Tak continue to strike a deep chord with audiences and actor Sameer Patil believes he knows why.
The actor, who plays Gopal Sharma Anu’s principled and affectionate father in the Colors TV drama says that the staying power of long-format shows lies in their emotional intimacy and character depth.
“We live in a time where most content is designed to grab quick attention,” he reflects, adding, “But long-format television gives people something more it offers continuity, connection, and a sense of belonging. You don’t just watch the characters; you grow with them.”
While many actors today prefer short series to showcase versatility and move from one role to another, Sameer embraces the emotional commitment of daily soaps. For him, being part of a long-running story is not a limitation but a rare artistic opportunity.
He says, “Short content might entertain for a while, but it’s the long-running stories that allow viewers to live with the characters every day. That emotional investment makes people feel like they’re part of the characters’ families.”
His role in Tumm Se Tumm Tak reflects exactly that ethos a grounded, warm father figure whose steady presence adds emotional weight to the show’s core storyline.
Even in a digital-first world, Sameer believes the emotional familiarity and slow-burn storytelling of television drama still hold unique value something that no algorithm-driven, bingeable series can replicate.
