Star Plus’ popular and longest running GEC show Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai produced by Rajan Shahi’s Director’s Kut will see the entry of Varun Toorkey who will come in as Naira’s friend from Capetown.

The story will be played upon at the crucial juncture with Naira (Shivangi Joshi) having lost her memory.

As per the ongoing plot, Naira has a soft corner for Kartik (Mohsin Khan). However, the entry of Rishabh (Varun) into the plot will complicate things further.

As per a reliable source, “Rishabh would always have feelings for Naira. And when he will come in, he will notice Naira having lost her memory. He would immediately want to bounce back into her life and take her as his wife. But the growing closeness between Kartik and Naira will also affect Rishabh.”

We hear that Rishabh will play a crucial factor in creating misunderstandings in the lives of Kartik and Naira. As we know, Kartik has set foot on the path of winning the love of Naira all over again. And Rishabh’s presence in Naira’s life will only affect his plans.

Will destiny pave a way for Kartik and Naira to get close again? Or will Rishabh play spoilsport?

We buzzed actors but could not get through for a comment.

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