Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai’s Samridhii Shukla celebrates 5,000-episode milestone, says, ‘Abhira is a character I carry with me every single day’

Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai has achieved an unprecedented 5,000 episodes, solidifying its status as Asia’s longest-running drama. Fourth-generation lead Samridhii Shukla, portraying Abhira, expressed immense pride and a deep personal connection to the series, which has been her home for nearly two years. She credits the audience’s unwavering support for the show’s enduring success and its consistent top-three ranking.