# Mannat – Har Khushi Paane Ki

Mannat – Har Khushi Paane Ki is an Indian Hindi-language television romantic drama series that premiered on Colors TV on 6 January 2025 and streams digitally on JioHotstar. Produced by Mukta Dhond under Fireworks Productions, it stars Ayesha Singh, and Adnan Khan.

## Plot

Set against the vibrant backdrop of Mumbai, the story begins 22 years ago when Mannat was abandoned by her biological mother, Sonia, at Marine Drive. Now in her 20s, after graduating from culinary college, Mannat embarks on her professional journey as a chef. She lands her first job at a high-end restaurant owned by Aishwarya and her business partner, Vikrant.
Unbeknownst to them, Mannat and Aishwarya share a deep, hidden connection - Aishwarya is the one who abandoned Mannat at birth and , changed her name from Sonia. When Aishwarya discovers Mannat's disadvantaged background and the growing bond between Mannat and Vikrant, she fires Mannat. However, Vikrant sees Mannat's potential and culinary talent, re-hiring her despite Aishwarya's opposition. This sparks a fierce rivalry, as Aishwarya fears Mannat will not only steal the spotlight but also capture Vikrant's attention, further complicating their already strained relationship. As destiny whips up a course of colliding ambitions and family secrets, will Mannat's recipe for success triumph over her mother's bitter opposition?

## Cast
### Main

* Ayesha Singh as Mannat Khanna: Aishwarya's elder daughter; Shruti's adopted daughter and niece; Gagan's stepdaughter; Mallika's half-sister (2025–present)
* Adnan Khan as Vikrant Saluja / Aman: Neetu and Ronnie's adopted son; Puneet's adopted cousin; Aishwarya's business partner; Mannat's boss (2025–present)
** Advik Singh Rana as child Vikrant (2025)

### Recurring

* Mamata Verma as Shruti Khanna: Sonia's sister; Mannat's adoptive mother and maternal aunt (2025–present)
* Mona Vasu as Sonia Khanna alias Aishwarya Raisingh: Shruti's sister; Gagan's wife; Mannat's estranged mother and Mallika's mother; Vikrant's business partner (2025–present)
* Sharain Khanduja as Mallika "Malla" Raisingh: Aishwarya and Gagan's daughter; Mannat's half-sister (2025–present)
* Hasan Zaidi as Gagan Raisingh: Keerat and Rajendra's son; Aishwarya's husband; Mallika's father; Mannat's stepfather (2025–present)
* Roopa Divatia as Keerat Raisingh: Rajendra's wife; Gagan's mother; Mallika's grandmother (2025–present)
* Rushad Rana as Ronnie Saluja: Bobby's brother; Neetu's husband; Vikrant's adoptive father (2025–present)
* Swati Anand as Neetu Saluja: Ronnie's wife; Vikrant's adoptive mother (2025–present)
* Abeer Singh Godhwani as Puneet Saluja: Bobby and Raveena's son; Vikrant's adoptive cousin (2025–present)
* Ashu Sharma as Bobby Saluja: Ronnie's brother; Raveena's husband; Puneet's father (2025–present)
* Unknown as Raveena Saluja: Bobby's wife; Puneet's mother (2025–present)
* Delnaaz Irani as Harneet Singh: Shruti's best friend (2025–present)
* Puja Kshatriya as Kandan: Dolly and Gudiya's mother; Shruti and Mannat's neighbour (2025–present)
* Kimmi Sharma as Dolly: Kandan's daughter; Gudiya's twin sister; Mannat's friend (2025–present)
* Niyati Karnawat as Gudiya: Kandan's daughter; Dolly's twin sister; Mannat's friend (2025–present)
* Rashmikant Surve as Pintu: Shruti and Mannat's neighbour (2025–present)

## Production
### Development

In early December 2024, Colors TV unveiled a teaser to introduce the new show titled Mannat – Har Khushi Paane Ki with Ayesha Singh and Mona Vasu.

### Casting

Ayesha Singh was roped in as the female lead, Mannat Khanna. Adnan Khan was selected to play the male lead, Vikrant Saluja. Mona Vasu was cast the main female antagonist, Aishwarya Raisingh. Delnaaz Irani were roped as Harneet.