Very
few
shows
on
Indian
television
carry
the
kind
of
legacy
that
Yeh
Rishta
Kya
Kehlata
Hai
does,
one
that
is
deeply
emotional
yet
has
consistently
entertained
audiences
for
decades.
With
over
5000
episodes
and
four
generations
of
love
stories,
the
show
has
truly
grown
alongside
its
viewers.
As
new
characters
and
fresh
storylines
were
introduced,
audiences
continued
to
see
reflections
of
their
own
lives
in
the
journey.
From
arranged
marriages
to
intense
romantic
relationships
and
emotionally
layered
modern
love
stories,
each
generation
brought
a
new
shade
of
romance.
Yet,
the
soul
of
the
show
remained
unchanged,
defined
by
grand
weddings,
strong
family
values,
and
heartfelt
storytelling
that
viewers
have
cherished
over
the
years.
This
emotional
continuity
is
the
reason
Yeh
Rishta
Kya
Kehlata
Hai
continues
to
be
a
television
leader
even
today.
The
first
season,
which
began
sixteen
years
ago,
holds
a
special
place
in
viewers’ hearts
and
remains
the
strongest
foundation
of
the
show.
Season
1
was
a
massive
success
right
from
the
beginning,
striking
an
instant
emotional
chord
with
audiences
across
age
groups.
Its
realistic
portrayal
of
marriage,
family
dynamics,
traditions,
and
everyday
emotions
made
it
one
of
India’s
most
relatable
dramas
on
television.
The
overwhelming
love
for
the
Akshara-Naitik
story
paved
the
way
for
the
show’s
longevity,
allowing
it
to
seamlessly
evolve
into
multiple
generations
while
staying
rooted
in
its
original
essence.
The
beloved
show
Yeh
Rishta
Kya
Kehlata
Hai
completes
5000
episodes,
YRKKH
is
back
on
TV
every
day
at
11:30
AM,
starting
from
the
iconic
Akshara-Naitik
era,
giving
fans
the
perfect
opportunity
to
relive
the
magic
from
where
it
all
began.
1.
Akshara-Naitik:
1st
Generation
Akshara
(Hina
Khan)
and
Naitik
(Karan
Mehra)
introduced
audiences
to
a
warm,
relatable
arranged
marriage
rooted
in
Indian
traditions.
Their
grand,
sanskari
wedding,
followed
by
a
slow
and
emotionally
rich
bonding,
reflected
everyday
relationships
in
Indian
households.
Their
simplicity,
respect
for
family
values,
and
gentle
romance
laid
the
emotional
foundation
of
the
show,
turning
Akshara
and
Naitik
into
one
of
TV’s
most
iconic
couples
and
setting
the
benchmark
for
everything
that
followed.
2.
Naira-Kartik:
2nd
Generation
Taking
the
legacy
forward,
Naira
(Shivangi
Joshi)
and
Kartik
(Mohsin
Khan)
brought
a
more
intense,
youthful,
and
deeply
emotional
love
story.
Their
journey
was
filled
with
passion,
heartbreak,
reconciliation,
and
unforgettable
moments.
Their
lavish
Bikaner
wedding
became
one
of
the
most
awaited
and
celebrated
tracks
on
Indian
television.
3.
Abhimanyu-Akshara:
3rd
Generation
Abhimanyu
(Harshad
Chopda)
and
Akshara
(Pranali
Rathod)
added
a
new
emotional
layer
to
the
narrative-blending
vulnerability,
longing,
and
tradition.
Their
relationship
delved
deeper
into
emotional
conflicts
while
remaining
true
to
the
show’s
core
values.
Their
grand
wedding
once
again
became
a
fan-favourite
moment,
and
the
introduction
of
the
“Yeh
Rishta
Kya
Kehlata
Hai
2.0” song
marked
a
fresh
chapter
while
honouring
the
soul
of
the
original.
4.
Abhira-Armaan:
4th
Generation
The
current
generation,
Abhira
and
Armaan,
played
by
Samriddhi
Shukla
and
Rohit
Purohit,
represents
an
evolving
yet
familiar
emotional
tone.
Their
story
reflects
modern
relationships
while
remaining
rooted
in
the
show’s
signature
themes
of
love,
family,
and
emotional
connection.
This
continuity
has
helped
Yeh
Rishta
Kya
Kehlata
Hai
stay
relevant
for
today’s
audience
without
losing
its
essence.