Sanaya Irani and Barun Sobti's beloved StarPlus drama 'Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon' turned 15 on 6 June 2025, with Irani marking the milestone through a special fan interaction that underscored just how deeply the show has endured in popular memory. The anniversary celebration unfolded across social media, drawing an outpouring of affection from a fanbase that has stayed loyal well over a decade after the show's finale.

How Sanaya Celebrated the Anniversary

To honour the occasion, Sanaya Irani filmed a rapid-fire round of 15 questions alongside one of the show's writers, Geetanjali Hegde. The clips, shared across social media platforms, saw Irani recall candid behind-the-scenes moments — from how she perfected her character's dialect, to on-set dynamics with co-stars, navigating romantic sequences, and which cast member was most prone to a laughing fit mid-scene. She also revealed her emotional reaction upon learning the show had been brought to a close.

Sanaya's Message to Fans

In a heartfelt post on her official Instagram handle, Sanaya Irani wrote: '15 years! Time flies. TBH, I thought it was twenty! Lol! Just as a token of love, we have a QnA of 15 slides, but nothing can match the 15 raised to the power of infinity love that all of you have for us! You guys have made us eternal and we are blessed to have connected with you and found ourselves as a small place to live in your hearts rent free! Love to all.' She also thanked her collaborator, tagging her as @hegdeg.

About the Show

'Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon' aired on StarPlus from 6 June 2011 to 30 November 2012. Produced by Gul Khan, Nissar Parvez, and Rajesh Chadha under the banner of 4 Lions Films, the show was directed by Nissar Parvez, Maan Singh, Arshad Khan, and Lalit Mohan. Sanaya Irani played the spirited Khushi Kumari Gupta, while Barun Sobti portrayed the brooding Arnav Singh Raizada — a pairing that became one of Indian television's most iconic on-screen couples.

The Ensemble Cast

Beyond its lead pair, the show featured a strong supporting cast including Dalljiet Kaur, Utkarsha Naik, Abha Parmar, Sana Makbul, Karan Goddwani, Abhaas Mehta, Akshay Dogra, Deepali Pansare, Rajesh Jais, Sanjay Batra, and Jayshree Talpade. The ensemble contributed to a narrative texture that kept audiences invested through its run of nearly 18 months.

Why the Legacy Endures

Notably, 'Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon' was among the early Indian television dramas to build a sustained digital fanbase, with fan edits and episode clips continuing to circulate on YouTube and Instagram years after broadcast. The show's anniversary reactions suggest its cultural footprint has only deepened with time — a rarity in a genre where audience loyalty typically fades quickly after a show ends. The anniversary celebration is likely to reignite interest ahead of any potential revival or reunion content.