'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' S2 : Smriti Irani's first look as Tulsi Virani

Television’s iconic saas-bahu serial, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, which recently completed its 25 years, is making a grand comeback. As the much-loved show gears up for its grand release, a picture of Tulsi from the new season is doing the rounds on social media and fans can’t contain the excitement for the first look of the show’s leading character Tulsi Virani.

In the picture, actor-turned-politician Smriti Irani, who plays the role of Tulsi Virani, is seen wearing a maroon saree with a golden zari border oozing the same grace and aura. The look was completed with a simple black mangalsutra, light jewellery and her signature big red bindi, the symbol of Tulsi’s strength and grace.

The first look of Smriti as Tulsi is going viral on social media and has given the audiences a wave of nostalgia. The still has brought back the heartfelt connection the audience had with Tulsi Virani’s unforgettable character and instantly transported them back to the golden era of Indian television.

Smriti Irani in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Season 2.

In a statement titled "Some Journeys Come Full Circle—not for nostalgia, but for purpose," Irani said, "In contributing to this next phase, I hope to honour Kyunki’s legacy and help build a future where India's creative industries are not just celebrated, but deeply empowered."

"Returning to 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' is not just a step back into a role, but a return to a story that redefined Indian television and reshaped my own life. It gave me more than commercial success—it gave me a connection with millions of homes, a place in the emotional fabric of a generation," the actor-politician said.

As the new season waits for its grand release, the makers will soon unveil the release date of the much-anticipated show. Sources tell DH that audiences can catch a sneak peek of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Season 2 tonight at 10:30 through a special promo.

Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi remains one of Indian television’s greatest legacies. Launched in the year 2000, the show didn’t just find its place in prime time; it found a permanent place in the hearts of millions of Indian households.

More than just a daily soap, it became an emotion that resonated with generations, a show that became a family ritual bringing them together making Tulsi and Mihir Virani, Indian television’s memorable characters.