Was aware of the challenges I had to combat on replacing Giaa Manek in 'Saath Nibhana Saathiyaa': Devoleena Bhattacharjee

Talk about the docile and ideal bahu on the small screen, and actress Devoleena Bhattacharjee seems to be the one. Each time you look at the poised, gorgeous and smiling Devoleena (who plays Gopi Modi in 'Saath Nibhana Saathiyaa'), you wonder, 'How does she do it?' 'How can she handle household chores and shoulder familial responsibilities?' So yes, being a good bahu isn't easy, even if you have near-perfect in-laws. Devoleena, who communicates effectively, becomes husband's best friend and doesn't pass judgment in the show, speaks to IBNLive.com about her detractors, success of her show and the importance that her mother holds in her life. Read on.

We experiment a lot, make efforts to do something new: It feels great to see how successful the show is now. Kisko nahi accha lagega? This is possible because of team effort. Whether it is the director, producer or the artistes involved, everybody has been working extra hard and that reflect in the popularity that the show has garnered. Har hafte kuch naya karni ki sochte hain. We try to give a completely new aspect to social issues that are raised in the show.

Feels great to see critics turn into fans: What makes this achievement even more special is that it has made even my critics, who had once slammed me or not been too appreciative of my work, have been praising my efforts.

My mother holds huge significance in my life: Whatever I have achieved till now has only been because of my mother's efforts and blessings. She has been by my side through thick and thin. She has also been very lucky for me. When she landed in Mumbai on 6th June 2012, I had started shooting for the show. She couldn't be there to see me shoot for the first episode, but has always supported my decisions. Iss duniye mei meri sabse badi fan meri mom hain. Chahe mai acchi lagoon na lagoon, unko hamesha acchi hi lagti hon. I owe my success to Lord Ganesha as he is the one who has been guiding me all this while. Wohh hamesha rahein hain mere saath.

Decision to replace Giaa Manek had its share of responsibilities: Yes, I came in as a replacement of Giaa Manek. I agree, it comes with its share of responsibilities and challenges. But because of everyone's blessings, I have managed to achieve huge success. I never thought much about the replacement. I have only been focusing on my work and that's how I have managed to achieve huge popularity. Character ko 100% nahi maine pura 500 % diya hai maine.