Smriti Irani Returns as Tulsi in ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’ Reboot; Fans Celebrate 25-Year Nostalgia
Smriti Irani returns as Tulsi in *Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi* reboot, premiering July 29. Fans rejoice as the iconic show makes a nostalgic comeback.
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The internet is abuzz with excitement as Star Plus officially confirms the highly anticipated reboot of the iconic television show, "Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi." The biggest news sending fans into a nostalgic frenzy is the return of Smriti Irani in her legendary role as Tulsi Virani.
Star Plus dropped the first look of Irani as Tulsi from the new edition, immediately sparking a wave of enthusiastic reactions across social media platforms. The show, which originally captivated audiences for eight years, is making its grand comeback after 25 years since its premiere.
When and Where to Watch
Fans can mark their calendars! The reboot of "Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi" is set to premiere on July 29, 2025. Viewers can catch the new episodes on Star Plus at 10:30 PM IST, and for those who prefer streaming, it will also be available on JioCinema from 10:20 PM IST.
Star Plus made the announcement on its official Instagram page, sharing a promotional message that read, “Kya aap abhi bhi vishwaas nahi kar paa rahe? 25 saal ke baad, Tulsi Virani laut rahi hai, ek nayi kahaani ke saath! #KyunkiSaasBhiKabhiBahuThi ek baar phir taayaar hai har ghar ka hissa bann ne. Kya aap bhi taiyaar ho?” The post further clarified, “Dekhiye #KyunkiSaasBhiKabhiBahuThi, 29th July se, raat 10:30 baje, sirf StarPlus par aur kabhi bhi JioCinema par.”
Internet Erupts with Nostalgia
The news has deeply resonated with audiences, many of whom grew up watching the original series. Social media is flooded with heartfelt messages and nostalgic tributes:
"Kuch yaadein har ek cheez ke beyond hai. This show is legacy and childhood memories. The family together ❤️ its 'pure emotion'." commented one user, expressing the deep emotional connection.
Another user humorously quipped, "Ab milega Anupama ko barabar ka takkar," referring to a popular contemporary show.
A third fan emotionally remarked, "I'm literally tearing up - my childhood is coming back! ❤️🥹 Beyond excited and feeling super nostalgic."
"Excited for 25 years old a new season," read another comment, highlighting the anticipation for the fresh iteration.
A user nostalgically recalled, "Har gali, har ghar se, phir se Balaji Telefilms ka iconic music bajega. Har ghar pe raaj hoga @ektarkapoor ka. My late grandmother used to be glued to BT’s serials from 8:30 to 11:30 PM. Best wishes. I wish Hum Paanch made a comeback.”
"Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi," an iconic daily soap from Ekta Kapoor's Balaji Telefilms, originally aired from 2000 to 2008. It held the top spot among Indian television shows for an impressive seven consecutive years, cementing its place in television history.
Are you excited for the return of Tulsi Virani and the Virani family?
