The protagonist of Ye Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai on Star Plus, Akshara (played by Hina Khan), despite many trials, tries to give the best to her family. It's a sweet surprise to know that Hina Khan is such a diehard professional that she is shooting despite suffering viral fever.

When asked Hina Khan why she is shooting in the face of her ill health Hina replies in a matter-of-fact manner - "There's no other option. I have to work."

But didn't the makers ask her to go rest at home? "They are trying their level best not to make me do much effort. I take breaks and come to my make up room and rest," says Hina.

"I'm trying to follow the doctors' advice of taking ample rest as much as possible. I also am taking my medications regularly. But since it's a daily soap, I need to be here," she signs off with a raspy voice.

We wish Hina a quick recovery. We also wish her all the strength to pull off her shooting schedules.

Author & Reporter: Susan Jose