Dheeraj Dhoopar pens an emotional note as he exits his long-running show Kundali Bhagya

Featuring Shraddha Arya and Dheeraj Dhoopar as the lead pair, Kundali Bhagya is one of the most popular shows on Indian television. Produced by Ekta Kapoor under the banner of Balaji Telefilms, the show has been entertaining the audience for 5 years. Now, there is going to be a major alteration on the show as actor Dheeraj Dhoopar, who plays the main character of Karan Luthra, is set to exit the show after being a part of it for 5 long years.

The actor has officially announced his exit from Kundali Bhagya. Taking to his Instagram handle, Dhoopar shared a video captioned, “Goodbyes are never easy… Karan Luthra was my baby & will always be. I’ve not only performed this character but lived every bit of him with immense joy & pride. I’ve earned every inch of my stardom & tremendous love only because of Kundali Bhagya & Karan Luthra… And that shall never be forgotten! Taking a bow with a happy heart & completely filled with gratitude, today & forever.”

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The actor also thanked his fans and the makers. “Big thanks to all the fans for making me feel like a king every day. EK @ektarkapoor, you’ve given me everything, Balaji is home & will always be. My team (@varunthebabbar, @jassi.k15, @ritesh.n.yadav, @muktadhond, @sahil.sharma540, @sacorina ) my cast ( @sarya12 @manitjoura @ruhiiiiiiiiii @neels_99 @ushabachani4 @hindujaanisha @naveensaini9 @kapursahab @twinkle_vasisht @nzoomfakih @supriyarshukla @madhuraja2011) & the whole crew for making this journey the best one. Words won’t suffice my emotions but I hope you guys know what ya’ll mean to me. So much love pouring in since this news is out, I feel overwhelmed. I hope all the fans find the good in this goodbye, big love to each one! Yours Truly, #TKL.”