Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai New Promo: Will Naira Speak Up Against Sexual Harassment Done by Kartik's Family Member?

The topic of sexual harassment has been a rage on the internet with so many #MeToo stories surfacing on the platforms. Many of the known and anonymous women came out speaking about the sexual predator. Bollywood was hit by it and many of the celebs were engulfed in the controversy. Now, sticking to this burning subject, the makers of Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai are revolving the plot around the same, as per their latest promo. Fatima Sana Shaikh Refrains From Sharing her #MeToo Story, Says 'I Don’t Want to Expose That Side of My Life'.

In the newly released promo, it is shown that a close relative of the lead male protagonist, Kartik (Mohsin Khan) visits his family. As he meets Kartik's wife Naira (Shivangi Joshi), he tries to touch her inappropriately. Naira realizes it soon but is shown confused and alert. Meanwhile, another female family member present notices the incident and recalls her encounter with him in the past. The upcoming episodes might have Naira speaking up against sexual harassment.

The description posted by the channel hints about with the caption that reads, "Family members are the ones with whom you feel the safest. But what will Naira do when a trusted and respected member makes her feel uncomfortable?"

Watch The New Promo Here:

Earlier, a similar issue was seen raised in Alia Bhatt-Randeep Hooda's film, Highway. Director Imtiaz Ali subtly weaved the issue into the plot, highlighting the issue of sexual harassment, not only outside the house but also in the safe environment like our own house. The importance of speaking up on the same has often been highlighted through various films and serials and this is just one more attempt to do the same.

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