Smriti Irani’s return as Tulsi Virani grabbed the hearts of the people once again as Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 premiered on Star Plus and JioHotstar on July 29, 2025.The reboot, now called Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2, celebrates 25 years of the original series and goes on to blend some nostalgic emotional sequences with a complementary storyline.
From the opening scene down to the very end. Older viewers were able to feel nurtured and comforted as Tulsi chants Gayatri Mantra. Remembers the rituals of the family. Tulsi and Mihir celebrate their 38th wedding anniversary, now navigating a mix of deep-rooted family traditions and modern generational drama.
Smriti Irani recreates her Tulsi roles with Amar Upadhyay reinventing Mihir. Other cast members from the original show returning include Hiten Tejwani as Karan Virani and Gauri Pradhan as Nandini. On social media, fans were widely seen reacting to the show. Praising the chemistry between Mihir and Tulsi and calling the revival “emotional” and “nostalgic”.
Ektaa Kapoor said she created this reboot not just for TRPs but to make a meaningful show that asks questions, explores values, and runs for about a year. Ronit Roy stated that not being a part was scheduling-related, but he does endorse the new season with warmth.
Meanwhile, Hiten Tejwani remarked that reuniting feels like coming home and that Smriti still exudes the same energy after 25 years. The show walks down the memory lane a little—Tulsi’s plant, the title track, flashbacks with “Baa”—while putting a fresh spin by introducing new faces. Aman Gandhi and Shagun Sharma as the new generation of the Viranis.
Conclusion
Smriti Irani’s return as Tulsi is more than a mere cameo-it’s a legacy. Fans await the unfolding of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi Season 2 in hopes that this revival will do justice to the past. While telling newer stories. Will she come back? Yes, with all the grace and strength she is known for.
