Mumbai, March 13 (IANS) Actor Chandan Madan, known for his work in shows such as "Sapne Suhane Ladakpan Ke" and "Fear Files", has been roped in to play a teacher in the show "Mere Sai".

His character, Shrikant, goes to a school in Shirdi to teach.

"He doesn't like the way people are behaving with Chiu Tai, a widow. But my character will be seen forming a special bond with Chiu Tai and will help her overcome the societal pressures," Chandan said in a statement.

"My family and I are Sai Baba's followers in real life and when I got an offer to play this role in 'Mere Sai', I immediately accepted it," he added.

--IANS nn/rb/bg