The story takes place in India, covering cities like Gokhul, Mathura, Hastinapur, and Dawaraka. Jai Shri Krishna tells the story of the Bhagavan Vishnu's avatar, Shree Krishna. It is based on Mahabharata, Harivamsa, Bhagavata Purana and the Vishnu Purana.
It is the remake of Ramanand Sagar's successful show Sri Krishna and was handled by Moti Sagar (son of Ramanand Sagar) of Sagar Pictures. Jai Shri Krishna (English: Hail Lord Krishna) is an Indian drama television series produced by Sagar Pictures, which aired on Colors from 21 July 2008 to 15 September 2009.