Since the exciting casting announcement revealed that Sakina Jaffrey and Bernard White would be joining the beloved series *Ghosts* as Jay’s parents, Champa and Mahesh, fans have been buzzing with anticipation. They are now getting their first look at what promises to be a standout two-part supersized Christmas episode.
In a captivating promotional image, we see Sam (played by Rose McIver) and Jay (Utkarsh Ambudkar) preparing to host an intimate family holiday gathering that includes Jay’s parents and his sister, Bela, portrayed by Punam Patel. This scene hints at the delightful chaos and heartwarming moments typical of festive family gatherings, setting the stage for both comedic and touching moments.
To catch a glimpse of the dynamic between the characters and the charming ambiance of the Christmas setting, take a look at the image above. For those eager to learn more about this exciting installment, further details will be revealed below.
Ghosts is gearing up for an extra special family event as the show makes way for Jay’s (Utkarsh Ambdukar) parents, who will appear in a supersized Christmas episode this winter.
The news was shared during the show’s New York Comic Con panel, where stars Rose McIver, Sheila Carrasco, Brandon Scott Jones, and Román Zaragoza were in attendance. In addition to the Christmas episode announcement, it was revealed that McIver will direct an upcoming episode this season set to air in 2025.
As fans already know, Season 4 of the CBS comedy will make way for Samantha’s (McIver) father, played by guest star Dean Norris. And when it comes to the new family members from Jay’s life, Sakina Jaffrey will step in to play his mom Champa and Bernard White will portray his father Mahesh.
The one-hour holiday installment airing Thursday, December 19th will see a leaky water heater mishap threaten to ruin holiday plans as Sam and Jay prepare to host his hard-to-please dad and difficult-to-impress mother alongside Jay’s returning sister, Bela (Punam Patel). According to the character descriptions, Champa dotes on Jay, but has minimal patience for her daughter-in-law Sam, who she blames for Jay moving far away. Champa runs the family’s text chain, known as the “Core Four,” which Sam has been dying to be allowed into.
In the upcoming episodes of “Ghosts,” viewers will get a deeper look into the family dynamics of Jay and his father, Mahesh. Despite Mahesh’s secret admiration for his son’s impressive culinary skills, he remains optimistic that Jay will pursue a more stable profession as an engineer. This ongoing tension highlights the generational clash between following one’s passions and adhering to traditional career expectations.
Mahesh and his character will play pivotal roles in the highly anticipated “A Very Arondekar Christmas Part 1” and “A Very Arondekar Christmas Part 2,” which will be aired consecutively in a special one-hour block.
The fourth season of “Ghosts” has just premiered on CBS, bringing back a beloved ensemble cast that includes Ambudkar, McIver, Zaragoza, Carrasco, Jones, Richie Moriarty, Danielle Pinnock, Asher Grodman, Rebecca Wisocky, and Devan Chandler Long. Each actor will reprise their fan-favorite roles, promising plenty of laughter and heartwarming moments.
Fans can look forward to the exciting holiday episodes this winter, featuring not just the introduction of Jay’s parents but also the inventive directing efforts of McIver. Stay tuned for updates, as this season promises a delightful blend of humor and family bonds that will resonate with the audience.
