Smriti Irani opens up on Kyunki Saas… delay: Got a call from PM's office
She also revealed that she had turned down a role opposite Rishi Kapoor at the time. "I remember Rishi Kapoor telling me to leave now because to serve your country is a greater service than just doing a movie or doing television," Smriti shared.advertisementMeanwhile, Amar Upadhayay, who returns as Mihir Virani, recently shared how the show's premiere has been delayed. According to a source quoted by Hindustan Times, the highly anticipated premiere, originally scheduled for July 3, has been delayed due to ongoing changes to the set.Confirming the same, the actor said, "Yes, it's true. The set had to be reworked. Apparently, the colour combination on the screen wasn't translating the way it should. Ektaa knows exactly what she wants, she's a perfectionist. And this is Kyunki It's not just another show. It's a legacy and she wants to do everything what's best for the show."'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' aired from 2000 to 2008 and dominated television ratings, holding the number one spot for seven consecutive years.- EndsMust Watch
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