“Playing Inspector Sanyam Singh is my tribute to every police officer who serves the nation,” says Vijayendra Kumeria from COLORS’ ‘Juhi Mui’

COLORS’ ‘Juhi Mui’ has been spreading its sunshine energy across viewers for its sensitive storytelling, layered performances, and a world rarely explored on mainstream television. At its core, the show blends a gripping legal mystery with a lens on autism, family, and justice, inviting audiences to question long-held ideas of normalcy and inclusion. One of the show’s strongest pillars is Inspector Sanyam Singh, played by Vijayendra Kumeria, whose grounded presence and moral clarity bring spine and strength to the narrative. The actor opens up about what drew him to the show, stepping into a police uniform for the first time, and the responsibility of being part of a story that leads with empathy.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Tell us what intrigued you about the show ‘Juhi Mui’.

A. The two things that drew me to Juhi Mui are – the chance to play a man in uniform and the chance to be part of a story that raises awareness about autism. It places people before systems and empathy before procedure. At the centre is Juhi Suri, a mildly autistic young woman with an extraordinary legal mind, and the show asks a very honest question – should people keep adjusting themselves to fit the system, or is it time the system learns to include them? Beyond the legal drama and mystery, the story explores family bonds, grief, love, and courage. It treats autism with dignity and understanding. As an actor, it felt like a story that trusted its audience to think about making room for others who think differently. Most of all, it is an honour to represent the courage and sacrifice of real police officers onscreen. So saying yes to this show was a no-brainer.

1. Tell us about your character, Inspector Sanyam Singh.

A. Inspector Sanyam Singh is unapologetically desi, instinct-driven, and emotionally unpolished. He doesn’t believe in big speeches or moral posturing. He believes in showing up.
What I love about Sanyam is that he meets Juhi at eye level. He neither underestimates her nor puts her on a pedestal. He respects her intelligence and treats her as an equal professional. In a world that either overprotects or misunderstands her, Sanyam’s normalcy stands out for Juhi.
He is there for Juhi and Karan not out of sympathy, but because he recognises truth, intelligence, and integrity when he sees it. For him, justice is not about optics; it’s about doing what feels fundamentally right.

1. This is your first time playing a police officer. What was that experience like?

A. Stepping into a police uniform for the first time felt both exciting and humbling. I’ve played different kinds of characters over the years, but Sanyam is different because he’s a cop with a rugged, grounded personality. He isn’t flashy or image-conscious. He relies on instinct and lived experience. What connected me to him was his moral strength. He does the right thing even when there’s no applause, no validation, and no one watching. Playing Sanyam inspired me to strip away performance and lean into truth. It has been one of the most creatively fulfilling experiences of my career.

1. How did you prepare for the role?

A. Preparing for Sanyam meant unlearning a lot of familiar rhythms. He has a raw, desi swagger – confidence that comes from the ground up, not from appearances.
I spent time observing real, grass-root police officers – their body language, their stillness and their straightforward way of speaking. They don’t dress up their words or try to impress anyone.
Physically, the role demanded a lot. I stuck to my fitness regime even more religiously than usual because Sanyam’s authority comes as much from his physical presence as from his inner resolve. I also worked on the Haryanvi accent and grew a moustache to fully inhabit his world. Above all, I trusted instinct over polish—just like Sanyam does. Wearing a uniform just straightens one’s spine; you just automatically feel the pride of a police officer who serves the nation and understands that justice comes from empathy. Playing Inspector Sanyam Singh is my tribute to every police officer who serves the nation.

1. What message would you like to give the audience?

A. I want to thank the audience for embracing the show and giving it immense love. Juhi Mui reminds us that systems don’t become compassionate on their own – people do. Through Sanyam, the show says that empathy isn’t about saying the right things; it’s about standing by someone, staying consistent, and refusing to look away from injustice, no matter how small it seems. I hope viewers see this not just as a legal drama, but as a reflection of the kind of world we can build – one rooted in equality, dignity, and understanding. It’s not only up to the powerful to change the world, but it’s also up to us. That’s what this story shows.

Watch ‘Juhi Mui’ every Monday to Friday at 9:30 PM only on COLORS and JioHotstar.