Despite going on for 15 years, Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai has managed to keep viewers hooked. Rohit Purohit, headlining the show opposite Samridhii Shukla, will soon complete a year on the daily soap. As his character Armaan becomes a fan favourite, Purohit claims that audience’s love has made the challenges easier. “I’m humbled by the love and attention. I’ve always believed in giving my best to every role I take on, but Armaan has been a pleasant surprise. When you are passionate about your craft and put in the work, people recognise that. But did I expect this? No. I’ve always been more focused on the process than the results, so it is rewarding when that process resonates with so many people,” he says. 

A year into the show, Purohit believes he has only just begun. While he understands the pressure of headlining a show, he calls it “a good kind of pressure.” “This show has been a part of Indian television’s heartbeat for over a decade, and when you walk onto that set, you feel the weight of all the stories, emotions, and love the audience has invested in it. Playing Armaan, I wanted to bring my own flavour to the table while respecting what has already been built. Of course, there’s pressure, but it’s a good kind of pressure. It keeps you grounded and reminds you to deliver your best every day,” shares the actor.