Ever wondered what it really takes to portray a teacher on screen—not just act like one, but become one?

Well, Shagun Pandey is setting a new standard with his role as Professor Ved in Zee TV’s heartwarming new show Saru.

From High-Energy Roles to Calm Classrooms: A New Chapter for Shagun

We’ve seen Shagun Pandey in intense, action-packed family dramas before. But in Saru, he’s showing a completely different side—that of a thoughtful, composed English professor, Ved.

And guess what? He didn’t just walk into the classroom and say his lines.
He actually did his own homework to become Ved.

Yes, He Wrote His Own Lectures!

Now that’s dedication.
Shagun revealed that instead of blindly following the script, he took the initiative to write his own mini-lectures for the classroom scenes.

> “I didn’t just want to memorise lines. I wanted the classroom to feel real,” Shagun shared.
> “I planned out what to teach, how much to teach, and how to simplify even the basics—like tenses and grammar—because I know that’s something a lot of people still struggle with.”

He wanted viewers to not just watch the classroom scenes, but actually feel like they’re learning something.

Channeling His Inner Teacher

To bring Ved to life authentically, Shagun:

Recalibrated his body language and voice to suit a composed professor
Took inspiration from his own real-life teachers
Studied how educators simplify complex topics
Focused on teaching with empathy, not just information

There’s a certain skill and responsibility that comes with playing a teacher,” he said.
It’s not about lecturing, it’s about connecting.

Shagun Pandey

Why This Role Stands Out

Let’s face it—TV teachers are often either too dramatic or too dull. But with Shagun’s honest prep work and genuine intention to add educational value, Ved is emerging as a refreshing, relatable mentor figure.

And in a show like Saru, which is all about breaking barriers through education, this role fits perfectly.

Saru + Ved = A Tale of Support and Growth

While debutante Mohak Matkar shines as Saru, a young girl from a small Rajasthani village who dreams big, Shagun’s Ved becomes her guiding light in the unfamiliar world of Mumbai.

Shagun Pandey:

Their dynamic isn’t romantic—it’s inspirational.

It reminds us that sometimes, all a student needs is one teacher who believes in them.