Jiya Sharma's Family

1. Mr. Rajendra Sharma (Jiya's Father)

A stern, orthodox man who values societal image over emotional connections.

Often clashes with Jiya due to her independent mindset and refusal to blindly follow family expectations.

Deeply contributed to the separation between Jiya and Rudra, believing their closeness was inappropriate for cousins.

Despite his coldness, his rigid behavior stems from generational pride and unhealed emotional patterns.

2. Mrs. Sunita Sharma (Jiya's Mother)

Soft-spoken and traditional, Sunita prefers to maintain peace rather than take sides.

While she loves Jiya, she rarely stands up for her, making Jiya feel unsupported and alone.

She quietly watches the rift in her family grow, hoping time will heal what words cannot.

Rudra Sharma's Family

1. Mr. Harshvardhan Sharma (Rudra's Father; Rajendra's younger brother)

Calm, balanced, and more emotionally intelligent than his elder brother Rajendra.

Harshvardhan was once close to Jiya and always admired her spirit.

After his daughter's death, the pain and tension with Rajendra led to a complete family split.

Tries to stay neutral but still harbors resentment for the silence and misunderstanding that followed the tragedy.

2. Mrs. Kavita Sharma (Rudra's Mother)

Strong-willed and sharp, Kavita is protective of Rudra and deeply affected by her daughter's death.

She blames Jiya silently for not being there during the final moments, even if she never voices it openly.

Kavita's grief often shows up as coldness toward Jiya, though she too carries unspoken pain.

The Mehra Joint Family

1. Vikram Mehra (Darsh's Father)

Eldest son of the Mehra family

Serious and disciplined, he values reputation and legacy

Has a formal bond with Darsh and expects him to carry the family name with pride

2. Anjali Mehra (Darsh's Mother)

Elegant and emotionally wise

The emotional center of the family, often handling internal conflicts

Shares a nurturing bond with Jiya

3. Darsh Mehra (Eldest Son)

The main lead, successful CEO

Carries deep emotional trauma from his past relationship

Quiet, brooding, and slowly healing through Jiya's presence

4. Arjun Mehra (Darsh's Younger Brother)

Fun-loving, expressive, and caring

Acts as the emotional glue in the family

Protective of Jiya and always supports her in difficult situations

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Darsh's Uncle's Family (Paternal Side)

5. Ramesh Mehra (Vikram's Younger Brother)

Friendly and supportive, less rigid than Vikram

Handles the financial side of the family business

6. Meena Mehra (Ramesh's Wife)

Gossip-loving but warm-hearted

Occasionally judgmental but doesn't have ill intentions

Sometimes unintentionally creates tension with her words

7. Ayaan Mehra (Ramesh & Meena's Son)

Same age as Arjun

Mischievous but caring; often stuck between family expectations and his own dreams

Shares a playful rapport with Jiya, like a brother

8. Diya Mehra (Ramesh & Meena's Daughter)

Younger than Ayaan

Innocent and curious; looks up to Jiya

Often lightens the mood during serious family moments

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Darsh's Bua (Paternal Aunt)

9. Sulochana "Sulu" Mehra (Vikram and Ramesh's Sister)

Widow, lives with the Mehras

Traditional and emotionally expressive

Protective of Darsh and often critical of Jiya in the beginning

Gradually softens when she sees Jiya's goodness

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Grandparents

10. Dadaji - Mr. Kailashnath Mehra

The patriarch, wise and respected

Retired but influential in all family decisions

Believes in values and discipline but has a soft corner for Darsh and Jiya

Often the peacemaker in conflicts

11. Dadiji - Mrs. Kamlesh Mehra

Sweet and loving grandmother

Cares deeply for her grandchildren

Loves Jiya from the start and is her biggest supporter in the joint family

Believes love is the true healer and often gives Jiya emotional strength

Aarushi Khanna's Family

1. Mr. Sameer Khanna (Aarushi's Father)

A well-respected professor and author

Calm, wise, and emotionally sensitive

Shares a close bond with Aarushi, always encouraging her to speak her mind

Unlike many traditional fathers, he supports her choices and respects her independence

2. Mrs. Rekha Khanna (Aarushi's Mother)

A homemaker with strong opinions and a soft heart

Protective of Aarushi, sometimes over-involved in her personal life

Worries about Aarushi's quiet nature and emotional vulnerability

Initially skeptical of Rudra due to his temper and harsh behavior toward Jiya

3. Aryan Khanna (Aarushi's Elder Brother)

Mature, responsible, and extremely protective of Aarushi

Works in the corporate sector and lives in another city

Has a friendly rivalry with Rudra, often teasing Aarushi but secretly keeping an eye on her growing feelings

The kind of brother who shows love through action more than words