Shivangi Joshi, Nia Sharma: When TV's bahus shed their inhibitions and donned sexy outfits

Given the content that centers around saas-bahu sagas, there is a certain demeanor and way in which women are portrayed on the small screen. Hence, TV actresses are limited to wearing traditional outfits - mainly saris - which do not reflect how they are in real life. It is only through their social media accounts, where they post candid pictures from their outings and events, that we get to see the other side. Here's taking a look at some of TV's demure bahus who aren't shy when it comes to shedding inhibitions in real life:

Pallavi Subhash: Known for her shows like 'Mahabharat' and 'Chakravartin Ashoka Samrat', Pallavi Subhash has always sported saris and conservative blouses on her TV shows but in real-life, she is a fashionista. Pallavi, who is currently holidaying in Sri Lanka with her mother, is seen in a never seen avatar. From jazzy track pants to hot pants, Pallavi looks gorgeous.

Dipika Kakar is currently seen on dance reality show Nach Baliye 8 with beau Shoaib Ibrahim, where she is experimenting with not just her dance styles but also her outfits. The actress, who was always seen clad in saris and conservative blouses on her TV show 'Sasural Simar Ka', has finally shed inhibitions for her latest stint on Star Plus. In her recent post on Instagram, she can be seen donning a strapless top with élan.

Hina Khan: Hina Khan gained recognition as Akshara of 'Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai' where she wore heavy jewellery and traditional clothes but in real life, Hina is quite the girl next door. Of late, Hina has taken to fitness in a major way. And is making heads turn with her glamorous transformation.

Shiny Doshi: Shiny Doshi has been a part of a number of shows on television. From her debut show Saraswati Chandra to Bahu Hamari Rajni_Kant, she has come a long way portraying different roles. She is, too, quite a stark contrast to the roles she plays on the small screen and is often seen in figure-flattering skirts and dresses.

Nia Sharma: Nia was the main lead of Zee TV's popular show Jamai Raja. But after two years, the actress quit the daily soap for good. One look at Nia's Instagram account will make you doubt if the actress really was Roshni, the character she played in Jamai Raja. Nia is comfortable wearing bikini, and skimpy outfits in real life. She is modern and glamorous, which is so not how fans saw her on screen.

Shivangi Joshi: Shivangi Joshi, who is popularly known as Naira in 'Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai', is quite a style diva off screen. The actress wears trendy outfits in real life which go contrary to the image she projects on-screen. Donning a floral number, Shivangi looked quite chic in a strappy backless blouse in a recent picture she posted on her Instagram account.

Mouni Roy: Mouni Roy might be Naagin on screen, but off it, she is quite a fashionista and her style is in sync with the times. The actress is amongst top TV stars who have always managed to make heads turn with their outings

Rubina Dilaik: Popular TV actress Rubina Dilaik, who is currently basking in the success of her show, Shakti-Astitva Ke Ehsaas Ki, is unlike a demure, sari-clad bahu in real life. The actress might be seen in traditional outfits on the small screen but wears all things stylish off it. The actress ditches her saris for more a glam look and doesn't shy away from posting bikini pictures, flaunting her hourglass figure.

Roop Durgapal: Roop Durgapal, who played the role of Sachi - Anandi's sister-in-law in the famous daily soap Balika Vadhu, might have been seen wearing regular denims and lehenga cholis in the show, but her latest pictures will definitely change the image of hers in your minds. With her bikini picture, the actress has raised her oomph factor and gone all stylish.

Sriti Jha: Sriti Jha, popularly known as Pragya from Kumkum Bhagya, is not the helpless, girl next door in real life, in fact, she is a modern day woman who could set some fashion goals for all. Sriti is the typical girl next door and her fashion sense relatable.