Leena Jumani replaces Madhurima Tuli in Kumkum Bhagya

Madhurima Tuli, who plays Shabbir Ahluwali's girlfriend Tanu in Kumkum Bhagya, has been replaced by Leena Jumani.

Reason: the actress has bagged a film and hence, won't be able to devote time to the show. "She has to commence the shoot of the film soon. We can't afford to have her missing from the show for long and hence, we had to take the decision. Leena fits the bill perfectly," said a source associated with show.

Madhurima confirmed it, "It was a difficult decision as I have been associated with the show since its inception six months ago. I told the makers that I will resume the show from January, but since the character is pivotal, it wasn't possible."