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Pink Villa
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
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.
NDTV
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi Reboot: New Promo Introduces Fans To Mihir And Tulsi's Children As New Characters
New Delhi: The highly anticipated revival of Ekta Kapoor's iconic television series Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi is set to premiere on Star Plus on July 29, 2025. While the OG lead cast members Smriti Irani and Amar Upadhyay reprised their roles of Tulsi Virani and Mihir, there are some new additions, too. What's Happening After the first look and announcement video of Ekta Kapoor's Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi reboot made quite the buzz, the makers have now shared a BTS video where the old and new members of the hit show are seen having a fun time on set. Hiten Tejwani as Karan Virani and Gauri Pradhan as Nandini Virani welcome viewers to some BTS moments with the OG cast of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. They also reveal that some new cast members will be joining as the new generation Viranis. The new video introduces us to three key characters - Rohit Suchanti, who will be essaying the character of Smriti Irani and Amar Upadhyay's onscreen son Angad Virani. Their other son is Hrithik Virani, which will be portrayed by Aman Gandhi. Mihir and Tulsi also have a lovely daughter named Pari Virani, Shagun Sharma will playing the role. How Fans Reacted Fans flooded the comments section with excited remarks. One fan wrote, "New Generation, New Cast, But With Old Cast, That's Only Possible In KSBKBT 2." Some were thrilled to witness Hiten Tejwani and Gauri Pradhan's onscreen love story again. One such comment read, "Thanks for bringing Hiten-Gauri together.... best couple.... want to see their romance in the show." Another fan said, "I HOPE SOON EKTA KAPOOR WILL SHOW US KARAN NANDINI MODERN DAY ROMANCE AND LOVE STORY." One more comment said, "Excited to hiten-gauri's magnetic chemistry as karan-nandini again @hitentejwani @gpradhan." The series is produced by Ekta Kapoor and her mother, Shobha Kapoor, under the banner of Balaji Telefilms. In A Nutshell In a new promo video featuring BTS glimpses from Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi Reboot, fans meet new characters who will be seen as part of the new-generation Virani family. Hiten Tejwani and Gauri Pradhan welcomed viewers to get a peek into all the fun being had on set.
Time of India
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: Amar Upadhyay returns as Mihir Virani and talks about his bond with Smriti Irani; says 'Hum bahot acche dost hain, we picked it up from where we left'
Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi is returning with a season 2 and the makers are leaving no stone unturned to make the launch a grand one. Several new promos from the show have been recently released on social media by the makers and they have already generated a lot of curiosity amongst fans. The official Instagram page of the channel launching the second season, dropped a new promo, featuring Amar Upadhyay, who returns to the small screen as Mihir Virani. The promo starts with Amar as he enters Shantiniketan and it says 'Mihir is back'. In the video, Amar expresses his happiness about returning to the show and says, "I don't believe it, yeh actually horaha 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)." He further added, "It's unbelievable. Ek saath sabko laana, aur itna bada iconic show hai usko firse laana ek badi baat hoti hai...(It's truly unbelievable. Bringing everyone together again, and reviving such an iconic show is no small feat — it's a big deal).' He mentions in the video how he got a call from the Balaji team and he first thought it was a prank call, "Iss baar Tanu called me and said, please don't give your dates, block your dates, we are doing Kyunki... season 2. I asked are you sure? or are you pulling a prank on me? Maine pehle poocha, Is Smriti doing it and they said yes and they wanted me as Mihir. So, I said yes of course I'm on board. Zyaada nahi bataunga, bahot time baad milunga Smriti ko. " He went on to talk about his bond with Smriti Irani and called her a friend, "We have always been a friend on sets. We hit it off very well, jab mile the tabse bahot acche dost ban gaye the.. 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. The new season will also see Rohit Suchanti, Shagun Sharma and Aman Gandhi .
India.com
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Prateik Chaudhary Explains Why He Turned Down Role In Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2
Mumbai: Actor Prateik Chaudhary has opened up about his decision to turn down the much-talked-about reboot 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2.' In a candid conversation with IANS, he shared the reasons behind stepping away from the project, despite the buzz surrounding the iconic show's return. When asked about his excitement for the return of the show with Smriti Irani's much-anticipated comeback, Prateik stated, 'I am very excited as Smriti Mam is making a comeback. I just hope the audience loves the show as they loved it before.' The actor also revealed that he was also approached for a role in the new season. However, he turned down the offer as the part didn't feel substantial enough, and there were also scheduling conflicts at the time. As a result, Prateik chose to pass on the opportunity. 'Yes, I was also offered a part but that was not substantial enough and the date was also not matching, So I said no.' The much-awaited 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi Season 2' is all set to premiere on July 29 on Star Plus. Leading the return are Smriti Irani, reprising her iconic role as Tulsi Virani, and Amar Upadhyay, once again stepping into the shoes of Mihir Virani. The new season also stars Hiten Tejwani, Gauri Pradhan, Shakti Anand, Kamalika Guha Thakurta, Shagun Sharma, Rohit Suchanti, Aman Gandhi, Ankit Bhatia, and Tanisha Mehta. Earlier, on July 10, Ekta Kapoor had penned a lengthy note on Instagram where she revealed why she initially said no to the idea of relaunching her iconic TV show. An excerpt from her post read, 'Why Kyunki, Why Now? When the 25th year of 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' was approaching and the idea of relaunching it surfaced, my first reaction was a firm no! Why would I want to shake up nostalgia? You can never compete with nostalgia. It always remains supreme. How I remember my childhood and how it really was, will always be different.' 'Also, the television space has changed. Once dependent on 9 cities, audiences now consume content in fragments, scattered across platforms. Would this shake the legacy of Kyunki, the iconic TRP no one ever achieved before and after? But was that truly the legacy of the show? Was it just a show with high numbers? Research carried out by an international body once concludes that the show gave a voice to women in Indian homes. Between 2000 and 2005, for the first time, women began participating in family discussions, a shift deeply influenced by Indian television, especially, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi and Kahaani Ghar Ghar ki.'
Economic Times
5 hours ago
- Business
- Economic Times
She left TV to build Rs 1,200 crore business empire: This actress turned industry experience into a multi-crore brand
Aashka Goradia's Rs 1,200 Crore Business Story Aashka Goradia was once a familiar face in Indian households, thanks to her roles in numerous hit television serials. She began her journey in the entertainment industry with Achanak 37 Saal Baad in 2002 and went on to star in popular shows like Kkusum, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, Sinndoor Tere Naam Ka, and Naagin. Over nearly two decades, she successfully balanced acting in both fiction and reality shows, including Bigg Boss 6, Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 4, Nach Baliye 8, and Khatron Ke Khiladi in 2021, at a time when she was still well-recognized in the television world, Aashka made a bold move—she officially announced her retirement from acting to focus entirely on a different path: entrepreneurship. Aashka's interest in makeup wasn't new. In a LinkedIn post, she had explained that years of working under studio lights and camera scrutiny had taught her the power of cosmetics. She leveraged this experience to co-found Renee Cosmetics in 2018 alongside entrepreneurs Priyank Shah and Ashutosh Valani—also known for creating the men's grooming brand Beardo. Though the initial investment for Renee was reportedly around Rs 50 lakh, it wasn't long before the brand began to gain traction. What started as an online-first beauty label quickly scaled by partnering with e-commerce platforms like Amazon, Flipkart, Nykaa, and Myntra. Renee later expanded into offline retail as well. Within just two years of its launch, Renee had crossed Rs 100 crore in revenue, say reports according to The Indian Express. By 2024, the brand's valuation was pegged between Rs 1,200 and Rs 1,400 crore following a significant funding round, as reported by Financial departure from TV was not just a career shift but a lifestyle transformation. She moved to Goa in 2019 with her husband Brent Goble, an American yoga teacher. The couple opened a yoga studio and now live there with their son, born in 2023. Aashka, known to be a fitness enthusiast, often shares glimpses of her yoga routines before turning entrepreneur, Aashka had made savvy personal financial decisions. She revealed in an earlier interview with that she had bought her first home in Mumbai at the age of 23—a move she described as both emotional and practical, given the city's real estate no longer active in showbiz, Aashka continues to be in the public eye—this time as a business leader. She currently serves as the Chief Marketing Officer and Director at Renee Cosmetics. While her days in front of the camera may be over, her influence has only grown.
