(Khushi’s sister). The family is under financial stress; Shashi Gupta (their father) has even considered selling his sweet shop to cover the dowry. Arnav’s Entrance: Meanwhile, business tycoon Arnav Singh Raizada (ASR) makes a grand entry in a helicopter at the Sheesh Mahal in Lucknow for a high-profile fashion show. The Conflict:
Believing Khushi intentionally ruined his high-stakes event, Arnav decides to "ruin" her in return, setting up a "hate-to-love" arc that drove the show's narrative for 398 episodes. Significance and Impact iss pyaar ko kya naam doon first episode
Misinterpreting her arrival as a deliberate attempt to sabotage his business, Arnav locks Khushi in a room and eventually destroys her reputation by releasing edited footage of their meeting. This act causes Payal’s wedding to be called off, sparking Khushi’s deep resentment toward him. Emotional Themes (Khushi’s sister)
Khushi is introduced as a cheerful girl from a humble background. The episode begins with preparations for her sister Payal’s wedding. However, the celebratory mood is dampened when the groom's family demands a massive dowry. Emotional Themes Khushi is introduced as a cheerful