Akshara steps in, now the matriarch. She faces her own demons to guide her son. She tells Abhir, "We cannot let the past dictate our future. That is not what your father taught me."
A family dispute forces Abhir to return to Udaipur to handle a property dispute. He is cold, distant, and wants nothing to do with the "Birla" surname, even though he carries their blood. yeh rishta kya kehlata hai season 4
Their interaction is fiery—arguments over the past, contrasting views on family loyalty, and unresolved anger. However, amidst the clashes, they rediscover the bond of "best friends" they shared as children. Akshara steps in, now the matriarch
Abhir realizes that family isn't defined by bloodlines or past grudges, but by the choices people make in the present. He gives his blessing to Ruhi and Aryan. That is not what your father taught me
(Note: As of 2026, the long-running Indian TV show Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai has not officially designated a "Season 4" in its title. The show began in 2009 and continues in generations. However, fans and media often refer to the as "Season 4," which typically begins with the entry of Kartik (Mohsin Khan) and Naira (Shivangi Joshi) , following the previous generations of Akshara-Naitik, and then the young adults. If you need the exact broadcast start date or plot summary for that era, let me know.)