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a day ago
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Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi: When Amar Upadhyay recalled what happened after Mihir died in the February 8, 2001 episode
The countdown for Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi's new season's premiere has begun. Exactly a week later, the show is set to release, and fans have been eagerly waiting to experience the nostalgia again. The new season also stars Amar Upadhyay and Smriti Irani in lead roles. As fans eagerly wait for the new season, let's revisit the time when Amar Upadhyay spoke about his character's shocking death sequence in the show, which caused a huge uproar. Amar Upadhyay recalls Mihir Virani's demise A few months back, Amar Upadhyay, who became a household name after portraying the role of Mihir Virani in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, had revealed how his character Mihir's death in the show left audiences in a frenzy. He remembered how the makers properly planned a buildup by showing how Mihir touches everyone's feet in the family before his death sequence. Amar Upadhyay recalls being sad as his character Mihir was dying in the show, and how he would have to quit the show as discussed with the makers. He praised Ektaa Kapoor for making a buildup that left audiences engaged. The actor shared how he never expected Mihir's death would cause uproar in the nation. He revealed that the death scene was telecast on February 8, 2001, and he was watching the scene with his mother, who was crying inconsolably. Amar recalled receiving a call from the Balaji office at 11 PM after the episode concluded. The receptionist of Balaji informed the actor how the audience was calling the office and abusing the makers for killing Mihir in the show. Amar remembered Ektaa Kapoor calling him at night and asking him to come to the office as the phone was ringing continuously. He mentioned how he was shocked to see the audience's reaction and reached the Balaji office with his wife. He mentioned how everyone at the office was answering calls from the audience. Amar said, "It went on, and Ektaa was happy. We all were happy ki naya kuch hungama hone wala hai." The actor remembered how the audience went into a state of frenzy, and the news of his character Mihir dying was all over the news. Just like the previous season, the makers are set to bring back a series filled with drama, unexpected twists and moments that will leave you nostalgic. Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi's new season will premiere from July 29 onwards.


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a day ago
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Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi INSIDE Video: Amar Upadhyay returns as Mihir Virani, comments on reuniting with Smriti Irani
The makers of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi are leaving no stones unturned to bring the new season back. As the team embarks on this new journey, the channel has been sharing several behind-the-scenes glimpses from the sets of the show. The cast and crew prepare to shoot for the new season. Now, the makers have released a new promo offering a glimpse of Amar Upadhyay coming on board as Mihir Virani and reuniting with Smriti Irani. Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi BTS Video Star Plus uploaded a new promo of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi on their official YouTube page. Amar Upadhyay can be seen reaching the sets of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. A video from behind the scenes has been added to this promo. The actor, who is set to play Mihir Virani says, "I don't believe it yeh actually hora hai. Kabhi socha nahi Season 2 bhi plan hoga, shoot hoga. (I don't believe that this is actually happening. Never thought that Season 2 would be planned and shot)." Watch Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi INSIDE Video here- The Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi actor continued, "It's unbelievable. Ek saath sabko laana, aur itna bada iconic show hai usko firse laana ek badi baat hoti hai (To bring everyone together on this show, iconic show is unbelievable)." Amar elaborated how the makers called him to block his dates as they were reviving the show. He shared his disbelief at the fact that the new season is being launched. Amar mentioned that he had inquired if Smriti Irani is doing the show, and he learned about the actress returning as Tulsi. Upadhyay commented on reunitng with Smriti Irani for the show and said, "Zyada nahi bataunga, bohot time ke baad milunga Smriti ko. (I won't say much. I'm meeting Smriti after a long time). He added, "We were always good friends on sets. We hit it off very well. We will pick it up from where we left." Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi is set to premiere from July 29 onwards at 10:30 PM on Star Plus.


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2 days ago
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Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi: Meet 3 new actors joining Smriti Irani and Amar Upadhyay's show's reboot
Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi shooting is going on in full swing, and fans are excited to see the show return to the Television screens after 25 years. The best part about this reboot is that the original cast members - Smriti Irani, Amar Upadhyay and many more- have returned to play their characters. However, since the new season of the show is making a comeback after two decades, new cast members will also be seen playing characters. Meet 3 new actors joining Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi Star Plus uploaded a new promo offering a glimpse of the new cast members of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. The makers shared the behind-the-scenes promo where the new actors are seen shooting with the previous actors. 1- Hiten Tejwani introduces Rohit Suchanti, who will be seen playing the role of Angad. 2- Shakti Anand introduces Shagun Sharma, who will reportedly be seen portraying the role of Tulsi and Mihir's daughter. 3- Kamalika Guha Thakurta introduces Aman Gandhi, who will reportedly play the role of Tulsi and Mihir's son. Apart from the above-mentioned 3 characters, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi's new season also features Shakti Anand, Ritu Chaudhary, Hiten Tejwani, Gauri Pradhan, Kamalika Guha Thakurta and Ketki Dave in pivotal roles. It is also said that several actors like Mouni Roy, Karishma Tanna, and Pulkit Samrat will make a cameo appearance in the show to portray important characters. About Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi new season Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi will star Smriti Irani and Amar Upadhyay as Tulsi Virani and Mihir Virani. The show will revolve again family members living in Shantiniketan and how their lives have changed in the past 25 years. This reboot also marks Smriti Irani's return to Television as the actress was busy with her political career. Watching Smriti as Tulsi Virani is going to be a fresh experience for the new generation. Produced by Ektaa Kapoor, the show is set to premiere from June 29 onwards at 10:30 PM.


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2 days ago
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Meet 8 OG stars returning in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi's New Season: Smriti Irani, Amar Upadhyay to Hiten Tejwani
Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi is set to be back, and fans can't wait to witness the unlimited drama again. The excitement quotient is at its peak as the makers are releasing back-to-back promos. Now, a new promo has been released which offers a glimpse of the cast who are set to be part of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi's new season. A behind-the-scenes video has been released where numerous actors, who were a part of the original season, have returned. Meet 8 OG stars returning in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi's New Season 1- Smriti Irani Smriti Irani is set to return to Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi as Tulsi Virani. The actress who stepped into politics a few years back is returning to Television after many years with her most iconic show, and fans are eagerly waiting to see her on screens. 2- Amar Upadhyay Amar Upadhyay will be seen reprising his role of Mihir Virani in the new season as well. The actor was the male protagonist in Ektaa Kapoor's show and was immensely loved by the audience. 3- Shakti Anand Shakti Anand, who played Hemant Virani, has kick-started shooting for the new season with other cast members of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. 4- Ritu Chaudhary Ritu Chaudhary played the role of Shobha Virani Choudhary in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. The actress has also returned to play a pivotal role in the show. 5- Hiten Tejwani Hiten Tejwani, who portrayed the character of Karan Virani in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, is back. The new offers a glimpse of his return to the sets. 6- Gauri Pradhan Along with Hiten, Gauri Pradhan, who was an integral part of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi's original season, has returned. To watch Gauri and Hiten in the same frame again is indeed going to be special 7- Kamalika Guha Thakurta Kamalika Guha Thakurta portrayed the role of Gayatri Virani. The actress has resumed shooting for the show with others. 8- Ketki Dave Ketki Dave aka Daksha Virani, has returned, and fans can't only expect entertainment and unlimited drama. Apart from them, several actors like Mouni Roy, Karishma Tanna, and Pulkit Samrat are rumoured to return to the show. However, an official confirmation is still awaited. Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi is set to premiere from June 29 onwards at 10:30 PM.


News18
2 days ago
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Smriti Irani Revisits Shantiniketan In Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi's New Promo
Iconic TV drama Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi returns after two decades with Smriti Irani and Amar Upadhyay. Iconic television drama Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi is making a grand return to the small screen, rekindling nostalgia for longtime viewers while introducing a fresh narrative for the viewers of the new generation. The show originally premiered in 2000 and became a cultural milestone. Now, after over two decades, it's back, revived with familiar faces and exciting new additions. One of the most thrilling aspects of this comeback is the return of Smriti Irani, who famously portrayed Tulsi Virani. After years away from the entertainment industry, the actor turned politician steps once again into the beloved role, much to the delight of fans. Her return not only brings back memories of the golden era of Indian television but also reflects how deeply rooted the show remains in the hearts of audiences. The promos for the reboot have already been unveiled, sparking immense excitement and anticipation. In the latest promo shared by Star Plus on their official social media handles, viewers are offered a glimpse into Tulsi's evolved life. Seen navigating a new phase, Tulsi now embodies a modern woman gracefully balancing her personal and professional responsibilities. The teaser captures her journey as she reminisces about the past and cherished moments with her family, all set against the backdrop of her new Shantiniketan home. Smriti Irani, reprising her iconic role, narrates the essence of the show's message, how holding onto one's values helps keep a family united, no matter how much times change. Apart from Smriti Irani, the reboot welcomes back Amar Upadhyay, who played Mihir Virani. Alongside these original stars, the series introduces new talent, including Rohit Suchanti, Aman Gandhi, and Shagun Sharma, who will help bring a modern energy to the beloved show. View this post on Instagram A post shared by StarPlus (@starplus) The first official look was revealed on July 7, and fans have been eagerly awaiting the premiere ever since. Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi is set to premiere on July 29 (Tuesday) at 10:30 PM on Star Plus. In addition to its television broadcast, the show will also be available for streaming on JioHotstar. First Published: July 21, 2025, 14:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.