Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai (YRKKH) is an Indian Hindi-language television drama series that premiered on Star Plus on 12 January 2009. It is produced by Director’s Kut under the guidance of Rajan Shahi. The series stars Pranali Rathod as Akshara Birla and Harshad Chopda as Abhimanyu Birla in the lead roles.
| Character | Actor | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Akshara Birla | Pranali Rathod | Lead actress |
| Abhimanyu Birla | Harshad Chopda | Lead actor |
| Aarohi Birla | Karishma Sharma | Lead antagonist |
| Manjari Birla | Shivangi Joshi | Supporting actress |
| Harshad Birla | Mohsin Khan | Supporting actor |
| Goenka family | Mohit Malik, Swati Chitnis, Aneri Vajani, Karishma Sawant, Ashish Kaul | Supporting cast |
| Director | Rajan Shahi | |
| Producer | Rajan Shahi | |
| Production company | Director’s Kut | |
| Network | Star Plus | |
| Release date | 12 January 2009 | |
| Running time | 20-25 minutes | |
| Genre | Drama, romance | |
| Language | Hindi |
The series tells the story of Akshara Birla, a young woman who is the daughter of a wealthy businessman. She falls in love with Abhimanyu Birla, the son of a doctor. Their families are initially opposed to their relationship, but they eventually overcome all obstacles and get married.
The series has been praised for its positive message and its portrayal of women empowerment. It has also been a commercial success, becoming one of the most popular shows on Star Plus.