The Kumars, 2014
The Kumars are back! Seven years after the fictional British-Asian family stopped welcoming bemused but clearly charmed celebrities into their suburban home in “The Kumars At No.42”. Would be chat-show host Sanjeev Kumar has managed to persuade a new crop of film and television stars to the sofa.
The new series, broadcast on Sky, whilst followed the successful formula of the original series. However there were a few minor but subtle changes made.
The Kumars having been hit hard by the recession have had to move from Wembley to Hounslow, where they are now living in a flat behind Ashwin’s (Vincent Ebrahim) hardware shop. Sanjeev is now a divorcee, sharing custody of his daughter. Meanwhile Sanjeev’s Mother has returned to India to care for ailing relatives, but Ummi is still around, giving big hugs to anyone within reach.
New to the shows is the family’s interfering landlady, Hawney (Harvey Virdi), an aspiring actress and hand model.
Sadly there was only ever one series of six episodes made.
Summary
Following the economic downturn, the Kumar family are forced to share a flat in Hounslow in West London. However The Kumars are still interviewing a host of celebrity guests in their own unique way.
Clips
Cast
Sanjeev Bhaskar – Sanjeev
Meera Syal – Ummi
Vincent Ebrahim – Ashwin
Harvey Virdi – Hawney
Details
Channel: Sky One
Written By: Various
Original Transmission Dates: 15th January – 19th February 2014