It’s official—India’s most iconic television drama is back.
After 25 years, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi has returned to television screens with a brand-new season, promising not just nostalgia but also a fresh take on evolving family dynamics. The reboot premiered on July 29, 2025, at 10:30 PM on StarPlus, reigniting memories while embracing new-age storytelling.
Smriti Irani once again steps into the role that made her a household name, Tulsi Virani. The opening scene mirrors the essence of the original: Tulsi performing her daily prayers, standing firmly as the moral compass of the Virani family. Her return is more than a character comeback, it’s a cultural moment for Indian television.
Alongside her is Amar Upadhyay, reprising the role of Mihir Virani, now a successful businessman navigating not just boardrooms, but generational shifts within his own family. Their chemistry is intact, their bond matured, and their challenges—now rooted in modern family dilemmas.
First aired in 2000, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi redefined Indian daily soaps. It wasn’t just a show, it was an emotion. With themes of sacrifice, family honor, love, betrayal, and unshakeable tradition, it dominated TRP charts for years. Every character, from Tulsi to Baa to Daksha was unforgettable. The title track alone could move an entire generation to tears.
This time around, the story picks up decades later. The Virani family is larger, more modern, and deeply layered. New characters have been introduced, reflecting today's India where women juggle careers and home, where generational clashes are sharper, and where loyalty is tested in subtler ways.
In the very first episode, we see the family celebrating Tulsi and Mihir’s 38th wedding anniversary, only for drama to simmer beneath the surface. Tulsi, the ever-emotional yet firm matriarch, finds herself navigating hidden agendas and silent heartbreaks.
As expected, there’s already scheming from Gayatri chachi and an undercurrent of jealousy, ambition, and romance among the younger generation. Secrets are brewing, and the iconic diya flickering at the end of the episode hints at upcoming turmoil.
Season 2 doesn’t just bank on nostalgia—it respects it. Familiar faces like Hiten Tejwani, Gauri Pradhan, Ketki Dave, and Ritu Chaudhary return, but they are joined by fresh talent portraying the next generation. The result is a careful mix of familiarity and freshness.
Television has changed, and so have its audiences. But Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 understands its roots while acknowledging today’s realities. The reboot isn’t trying to replicate the past—it’s building upon it. From modern relationship issues to women balancing careers and motherhood, the show is more than a time capsule. It's a reflection of India, then and now.
And yes, the iconic title track is back—remastered but still emotionally potent. It plays like a warm hug from the past, instantly connecting generations.
Besides airing on StarPlus, the show is also available on JioHotstar, making it accessible to younger audiences and digital-first viewers. It airs from Monday to Saturday at 10:30 PM, reclaiming its old time slot with new vigor.