Naina Catherine Kapur is a pessimistic Punjabi American business student living in New York with her family. Aman helps her overcome grief and emotional isolation, causing her to fall in love with him. After learning the truth about his illness and sacrifice, she marries Rohit while continuing to remember Aman's profound influence.
Rohit's supportive wife and Krishna's mother, tragically dies after childbirth.
Ambar is an Indian medical student and radio jockey who supports herself in Melbourne after rejecting arranged marriages and being disowned by her parents. She meets Nick through her radio work, falls in love with him, and faces major conflict with him after becoming pregnant before reconciling and accepting his proposal.
A Pakistani woman from a prominent political family who falls deeply in love with Veer. After believing he died in an accident, she abandons her engagement, moves to his Indian village, and lives quietly waiting for him until she provides crucial evidence to clear his name in court.
Cameo appearance of Krishna's mother in memories or visions.
Priti Damani is Damani's daughter and the woman whom Goverdhan's family expects to marry Vicky. When Raja arrives in Surat under Vicky's identity, she initially dislikes him, but her feelings change and she falls in love with him. She agrees to marry the man she believes is Vicky.
The daughter of ACP Arjun Singh. During a college hostage incident, she is saved by Karan and falls in love with him. They marry, but Kajal is later drugged by Gawa and kidnapped. Despite Karan's suspension and framing, she openly supports him and believes in his innocence. She is ultimately rescued by Karan during the final confrontation with Gawa.
Independent, mature woman who challenges Akash's views on love.
Shalu is a fun-loving young woman raised by Saritaji alongside Nimmi, unaware that she is their half sister. Craving Saritaji’s affection, she acts rebelliously but deeply loves her family. She falls for Dev, sacrifices him for their happiness, then courageously reveals her parentage before ultimately reuniting with Dev.
Priya is the free-spirited daughter of Gulshan and Rohini and the central figure of the story. After Rahul abandons her when she becomes pregnant, she chooses to keep the child despite rejection from her family and society. Her courage eventually earns public support, while she recognizes Ajay's devotion and chooses him over Rahul.
An orphan from a nearby village who joins Batra’s intelligence network and falls in love with him. She works undercover to pass information, survives an attack and disappearance, and is later treated in Canada after losing the ability to walk. She recognizes Batra’s survival and ultimately reunites with him in Kashmir.
The female lead Raj Kumar meets during his holiday. Initially despises him for his teasing and tries to avoid him, but changes her mind after he saves her from thugs. She eventually falls in love with him and is later revealed to be the girl involved in the village marriage arrangement.
Preity Zinta has 48 screen credits in a career dating back to 1998. Their work spans 3 cinematic universes — most prominently Krrish with 3 titles. Signature works include Batwara 1947, Vibe, Kal Ho Naa Ho. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 3 universes
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