Watch: Naitik aka Karan Mehra's heartfelt message for fans post 'Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai' exit

Karan Mehra, who is widely known for playing Naitik in the popular television show ' Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai', shared a heartfelt message for his fans following his exit from the show. The 33-year-old actor posted a video on his Facebook page and expressed his gratitude to the people for showering their love on him. "I m overwhelmed by the love you have given me from the last seven years.I very grateful to all of you. I'm really humbled," he said. Talking about his journey, the actor shared that he never thought he would ever become Naitik when he came to Mumbai 14 years ago. Watch the EMOTIONAL video Below: "I just would like to thank each and every one of you for making this possible for making Naitik. It's an emotional journey for me. If I would have all my strength with me I would not have left the show but unfortunately it is not possible now. I request you to keep watching the show," said Karan. Also: CONFIRMED! Naitik aka Karan Mehra QUITS ‘Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai’ after 7 Years; Wife posts EMOTIONAL message on Facebook! The actor added that he needed a little break and would soon return with much more vigour and will continue to entertain his fans. Karan, who has been the part of the show since 2009, announced the news of his exit with his co-stars on June 10, the last day of the shoot.   Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai’s Naitik HOLIDAYS with wife in Egypt; SEE HOT PICS of the couple!