The Khichdi franchise, born as a stage play, first ran on TV channel Star Plus as a sitcom in early 2000s. It was renewed for a second season, titled Instant Khichdi , which aired in 2005. It was followed by season three, which premiered in 2018. The maiden Khichdi movie was released in 2010.
Actress Supriya Pathak, who is known for her ‘Main to thak gayi bhaisahab’ dialogue in Khichdi, has opened up on her love for the film and Hansa’s character.