It describes Anurag and Prerna-lovers who were separated throughout their lives but achieved union in death. The show explores the story of Anurag and Prerna who fall for each other but they never unite because of Komolika who plots against them and the conspiracies made against them. The show ran for seven long years and starred, (who was later replaced by ), and in lead roles and as the main antagonists. Sandeep Bhatt Running time 20 minutes Release Original network Picture format Original release 29 October 2001 ( ) – 28 February 2008 ( ) Kasautii Zindagii Kay (English: The trials of life) is an created by 's for the channel.