Deepika is thrilled about going to great lengths to portray Mangal. Talking about her preparations for the role, Deepika, who is best known for 'Diya Aur Baati Hum' shared: "As a kid, I always wanted to get my nose pierced, but I couldn't. I would always use stick-on bindis or accessories. However, for this character, I got a nose piercing, and I am thrilled that it suits me. The experience of getting the piercing was quite memorable and scary."

"It took a lot of courage because the first attempt didn't go well, and I remember my nose bleeding a little. I had to go back to the piercer and get it done again. It was a bit painful, but in the end, it was worth it. As an actor, I am all in for bending over backward to ensure authenticity," she said.

The 'Kavach... MahaShivratri' fame actress added: "Mangal is a character who resonates with all the household women out there, and the nose piercing is a striking aspect of her identity. I wanted to honour that by piercing my nose for real."

'Mangal Lakshmi' is a heartfelt story centered around a homemaker and her younger sister shedding light on the foundation of love and marriage - respect. In this story of sisterly bond, the elder one Mangal paves the way for a brighter future for her younger sister, Lakshmi, depicted by Sanika Amit.

The show airs at 9 pm on Colors.