<p>Celebrating 21 years of her iconic show <em>Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi</em>, Union Minister and former actor Smriti Irani said the long-running series was a life-changing experience not only for the audience but also the people who worked on it.</p>.<p>Produced by Shobha Kapoor and Ekta Kapoor-led Balaji Telefilms, the soap opera premiered on July 3, 2000 and ran for eight years, clocking more than 1,800 episodes.</p>.<p>Irani became a household name with her character of Tulsi Virani, an ideal daughter-in-law, who goes through a series of ups and downs while protecting her family.</p>.<p><em>Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi </em>was a turning point for the politician, who had featured in music videos and two TV shows before bagging the landmark series.</p>.<p>Irani, 45, took to Instagram late Saturday evening and posted a video montage of the show to mark the occasion.</p>.<p>"We had made a promise <em>Phir Milenge</em>, a promise we could not keep... 21 years ago began a journey which changed many a lives - brought joy to some, annoyed a few but impacted all those who saw it, who worked for it. Thank you for the memories!" Irani wrote.</p>.<p>The Star Plus show saw three time leaps, before going off air in November 2008.</p>.<p><em>Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi </em>became a prime time success as it captivated the audience with its melodramatic storytelling, aspirational family values and characters.</p>.<p>Ekta Kapoor took to Instagram and reposted a fan video, writing, "Many moons Ago. This day. changed my life! Thank you @starplus @sameern @smritiiraniofficial Rajubhai Vipul bhai and everyone associated."</p>.<p>Several of the show's cast members, including Mouni Roy, Hiten Tejwani and Anita Hassanandani also commented on Irani's post.</p>
<p>Celebrating 21 years of her iconic show <em>Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi</em>, Union Minister and former actor Smriti Irani said the long-running series was a life-changing experience not only for the audience but also the people who worked on it.</p>.<p>Produced by Shobha Kapoor and Ekta Kapoor-led Balaji Telefilms, the soap opera premiered on July 3, 2000 and ran for eight years, clocking more than 1,800 episodes.</p>.<p>Irani became a household name with her character of Tulsi Virani, an ideal daughter-in-law, who goes through a series of ups and downs while protecting her family.</p>.<p><em>Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi </em>was a turning point for the politician, who had featured in music videos and two TV shows before bagging the landmark series.</p>.<p>Irani, 45, took to Instagram late Saturday evening and posted a video montage of the show to mark the occasion.</p>.<p>"We had made a promise <em>Phir Milenge</em>, a promise we could not keep... 21 years ago began a journey which changed many a lives - brought joy to some, annoyed a few but impacted all those who saw it, who worked for it. Thank you for the memories!" Irani wrote.</p>.<p>The Star Plus show saw three time leaps, before going off air in November 2008.</p>.<p><em>Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi </em>became a prime time success as it captivated the audience with its melodramatic storytelling, aspirational family values and characters.</p>.<p>Ekta Kapoor took to Instagram and reposted a fan video, writing, "Many moons Ago. This day. changed my life! Thank you @starplus @sameern @smritiiraniofficial Rajubhai Vipul bhai and everyone associated."</p>.<p>Several of the show's cast members, including Mouni Roy, Hiten Tejwani and Anita Hassanandani also commented on Irani's post.</p>