“Female-Led Shows Were Rare — Kyunki Was a Landmark": Smriti Irani Reflects on the Legacy of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi

The show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, is gearing up for a new season on television, Smriti Irani is stepping into the iconic role of Tulsi, a character that left a lasting imprint on Indian households. In a recent interaction with the media, Smriti Irani opened up about what made the show revolutionary and how its legacy continues to shape the industry today.

Reflecting on the original run from 2000 to 2008, Smriti Irani highlighted how the show broke several barriers,“From 2000 to 2008, our show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi team redefined television in a completely new way. In those days, nobody watched TV at 10:30 p.m. A woman producing television series wasn’t common, and it was also rare for female actors to be the central narrators and the core focus of any show. Establishing all these things was a landmark in itself a unique chapter of our lives,” she shared.

Smriti’s words reflect not only the evolution of her own journey but also highlight how Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi created a cultural shift in Indian television. It gave strong female voices a platform and helped establish a new era of prime-time viewing led by stories rooted in emotion, family, and resilience.

As the show prepares for its new season, it carries with it not just nostalgia, but a renewed purpose.As anticipation builds, viewers can look forward to reconnecting with their favourite characters. The legacy continues as Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi a new season to Star Plus from July 29th, airing at 10:30 p.m. Don’t miss the new season and a fresh chapter in television history!