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India Today
2 days ago
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Smriti Irani opens up on Kyunki Saas… delay: Got a call from PM's office
Smriti Irani has shared insights into the long wait for the reboot of the popular television show 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi'. She described the process as one of the most well-kept secrets in the reboot aims to bring back the essence of the original series while appealing to a new generation of viewers. Smriti Irani, who played a key role in the original show, expressed her excitement about the project and the opportunity to reconnect with the a discussion with Barkha Dutt and Karan Johar on an episode of We The Women, Irani said, "If you look at the 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' journey in totality, the most well-kept secret about it was I had a contract to do it again in 2014, and I walked away from it because I had to serve in the Indian Parliament as a cabinet minister. The set was ready, but there was a phone call from the Prime Minister's office that you have to take an oath." She also revealed that she had turned down a role opposite Rishi Kapoor at the time. "I remember Rishi Kapoor telling me to leave now because to serve your country is a greater service than just doing a movie or doing television," Smriti Amar Upadhayay, who returns as Mihir Virani, recently shared how the show's premiere has been delayed. According to a source quoted by Hindustan Times, the highly anticipated premiere, originally scheduled for July 3, has been delayed due to ongoing changes to the the same, the actor said, "Yes, it's true. The set had to be reworked. Apparently, the colour combination on the screen wasn't translating the way it should. Ektaa knows exactly what she wants, she's a perfectionist. And this is Kyunki It's not just another show. It's a legacy and she wants to do everything what's best for the show."'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' aired from 2000 to 2008 and dominated television ratings, holding the number one spot for seven consecutive years.- EndsMust Watch
India Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Smriti Irani, Amar Upadhyay's Kyunki Saas Bhi...2 premiere postponed. Here's why
Ektaa Kapoor's 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' is set to return with a second season, bringing back two of its iconic characters, Smriti Irani and Amar Upadhyay.. Several original cast members are reprising their roles nearly 17 years after the first season ended. Amar, who returns as Mihir Virani, recently shared how the show's premiere has been looks like fans of the iconic show will have to wait for some time to witness their favourite stars returning in the second season. According to a source quoted by Hindustan Times, the highly anticipated premiere, originally scheduled for July 3, 2025, has been delayed due to ongoing changes to the Upadhayay confirmed the development to the entertainment portal and explained the reason. 'Yes, it's true. The set had to be reworked. Apparently, the colour combination on the screen wasn't translating the way it should. Ektaa knows exactly what she wants, she's a perfectionist. And this is Kyunki It's not just another show. It's a legacy and she wants to do everything what's best for the show,' he said. Although the show's premiere has been pushed beyond July 3, 2025, which marks the 25th anniversary of the original 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi', filming is set to begin on that very actor shared, 'The mahurat shoot will happen on the 25th anniversary of the original launch. Honestly, it feels symbolic. Starting again on the same date is like coming full circle. The nostalgia is real, but this time we're returning with fresh energy, modern storytelling, and a meticulously designed set.'Regarded as one of the most successful shows on Indian television, the show revolved around the ideal daughter-in-law Tulsi Virani (played by Smriti Irani), her relationship with her husband Mihir Virani (played by Amar Upadhyay) and their kids. The show aired from 2000 to 2008 on television and remained number 1 on the ratings charts for seven years.- Ends
