Star Plus' show "Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai" will soon have a new member, who would apparently spice up the upcoming track.

Mazher Sayed, who was last seen in Sony TV's "Itti Si Khushi", will soon be seen on the show. He will be essaying the character of Sameer, who falls in love with Rashmi (Neha Saroopa)

"Mazher to be seen as Sameer is going to be paired opposite Rashmi (Neha Saroopa). He is a Mumbaikar who has come to Udaipur. Mazher's character is going to be positive and will be seen as a very jolly person and straight forward by nature," a source told India-Forums.

Confirming the news, the actor said that he is very excited to join the team of "Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai". He added his role is a positive one.

"It's a Rajan ji's show and he is like a family friend to me. He called me for this role and I am very excited to be a part of Yeh Rishta as it's a 7 years old show. My character would be positive just like the show." said Mazhez. 

Recently, "Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai" beat "Kyun Ki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi" to become the longest running show on Star Plus.

The entire team of the show, including lead actors Naitik Raj Singhania (Karan Mehra) and Akshara (Hina Khan), celebrated the success. Karan shared a video message thanking fans for the love and support they have been showering on the show.