Amar Upadhyay reveals details about Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: ‘Love between Mihir and Tulsi has matured'
Seventeen years after it first became a cultural phenomenon, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi is set to make a much-anticipated comeback, with Smriti Irani and Amar Upadhyay reprising their iconic roles as Tulsi and Mihir Virani. Amar Upadhyay, in a new interview, gave details about the reboot and how makers are feeling "a different kind of pressure" this time around. (Also read: Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi actor Achint Kaur asks for work on Insta: 'Life as an actor is full of peaks and pauses')
In an interview with The Times of India, Amar confessed that he didn't expect the show to resonate with the current audience, given the new content out there. However, he was pleasantly surprised to learn that people of all generations are still excited about it.
Giving details about the show, Amar said, 'The story justifies the return of each character and how their relationships have evolved. The love between Mihir and Tulsi has matured. We've all grown as people and actors, and that shows in the story."
When Amar exited the show previously, Mihir was written off with a dramatic death, only to return later due to audience demand. When asked what his fate would be this time, the actor said that Mihir is here to stay, right until the final episode.
The second season of the show will mark Smriti's return to acting after 15 years. Amar said that despite Smriti's political stature, she remains the same. He says, 'When I met her at Ekta Kapoor's house, it felt like no time had passed. We were just the same. She joked, 'Tu boodha kab hoga?' and I said, 'Abhi time hai' (laughs). She's always been grounded, and that hasn't changed one bit. Our interaction was exactly how it used to be 25 years ago.'
Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi is one of the most influential and successful Indian soap operas of all time. Produced by Ekta Kapoor under Balaji Telefilms, the show aired on Star Plus from 3 July 2000 to 6 November 2008, spanning over 1,800 episodes.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Time of India
33 minutes ago
- Time of India
‘Sardaar Ji 3': After demands for revoking citizenship, Diljit Dosanjh gets support from BJP, DSGMC
Jalandhar: Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh , who has been under fire for his film 'Sardaar Ji 3' starring Pakistan actor Hania Aamir, has gotten support from BJP national spokesperson R P Singh and former DSGMC chief Manjit Singh G K. In a post on his X account on Friday R P Singh described Dosanjh as "a national asset and a global ambassador of Indian culture" as he slammed the Federation of Western India Cine Employees for demanding action against the celebrity. "FWICE's call to revoke his Indian citizenship over an inadvertent and pre-incident film shoot is not only unfair but shockingly disproportionate. The film featuring a Pakistani actress was shot before the Pahalgam attack. If there is anguish, it can be expressed through a boycott or by urging that the film not be screened in India. But attacking Diljit's patriotism and demanding such an extreme step is simply irrational," he wrote. R P Singh pointed out that the Indian cricket team played a match against Pakistan just days before the Pahalgam massacre. "Did FWICE or others object then? TV news channels routinely invite Pakistani guests to boost TRPs. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Should those anchors now relinquish their citizenship too? Let's not cheapen nationalism or weaponise patriotism. FWICE should reconsider its stance—such targeting of our own talent only weakens our moral standing," he added. Punjabi actor and BJP culture cell convener Hobby Dhaliwal, too, extended support to Diljit at a press conference at the party's Chandigarh office. Dhaliwal said that Diljit was not just an artist but a globally respected face of Punjabi culture. "At a time of national tension, attempts are being made to defame him with baseless allegations. This is unfortunate and condemnable," he said. "Diljit is the son of this soil. Punjab stands with him—and India too," Dhaliwal said, while being flanked by Punjab BJP media cell in-charge Vineet Joshi. He expressed regret that certain elements were now demanding the cancellation of his citizenship and a ban on his films. He felt the demand was not only unjustified, but politically motivated and entirely baseless. "Every citizen is patriotic, but using this as a pretext to target a single artist is wrong. BJP stands firmly with Diljit Dosanjh," he added. Shiromani Akali Dal leader and former Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee chief Manjit Singh GK too issued a statement in his support and questioned what he called the "selective targeting" of Diljit. He said the way Diljit was being targeted appeared like an "undeclared emergency". "He represented the country and Punjab, and has become an icon," G K said. He also questioned the silence of the present DSGMC leadership. On the other hand, singer Mika Singh came under attack from the X handle @Tractor2twitr_P, which is popular for its stance on pro-farmer issues in Punjab and Haryana. "Weeks before the Uri attack, @MikaSingh flew to Karachi to sing at the wedding of a billionaire who was a close aide of Parvez Musharraf, the mastermind of the Kargil war. Today he is lecturing @diljitdosanjh for acting alongside a Pakistani artist in a film produced, directed, and cast by someone else," read a post on the handle.
India.com
34 minutes ago
- India.com
This movie was rejected by Jeetendra, another superstar did it, became huge blockbuster, earned Rs..., lead actor is...
Far from the typical city sets and bustling studios, a cinematic journey unfolded in the serene outskirts of Nepal. At its center was a beloved megastar, not once or twice, but thrice, portraying three distinct characters that added layers to an already intriguing storyline. This film, blending drama with suspense, kept its narrative close to nature and away from mainstream locations, making it visually and emotionally unique. With the actor's triple avatar stealing the show, it became a talking point among cinephiles. One Of The Finest Experiments In The History Of Indian Cinema: Mahaan Here we are talking about 1983 film, Mahaan, starring the legendary superstar, Amitabh Bachchan. This film is still a topic of discussion among cinema lovers. In this film, Amitabh played the only triple role of his career, which surprised the audience. Mahaan was an action-thriller-comedy film, directed by S. Ramanathan and produced by Satyanarayana and Suryanarayana. It was an official remake of the 1978 Kannada film Shankar Guru, starring legendary actor Late Dr. Rajkumar. The film featured stars like Waheeda Rehman, Zeenat Aman, Late Parveen Babi, Late Ashok Kumar, Late Amjad Khan and Late Kader Khan. But did you know that Amitabh was not the first choice for the makers? Mahaan Initially Offered To Jumping Jack Of Bollywood, Jeetendra Bollywood's 'Jumping Jack,' Jeetendra, was initially offered a triple role for the film, but due to his busy schedule, Amitabh was chosen. The story of the film was a mix of a lawyer's life, crime and family drama. Although some critics criticized it for over-acting and weak direction but, for Amitabh's fans, this film was a unique example of his acting. Mahaan further strengthened Amitabh's star power in that era, and even today it is counted among the memorable films of his career. The Bugdet Of This Experimental Triple Treble Mahaan was made on a budget of only Rs 3 crore, which was a moderate budget for those times. But the film did wonders at the box office and grossed around Rs 8 crore. The film was a golden jubilee hit in South India and achieved silver jubilee status in the rest of India. R.D. Burman's music also added to the popularity of the film, with songs like 'Pyar Mein Dil Pe Maar De Goli', 'Ye Din Toh Aata Hai Ek Din Jawaani Mein' and 'Jidhar Dekhoon Teri Tasveer' still remembered today by retro lovers. Interestingly, a part of the film was shot in Nepal, where a crowd of thousands gathered to see the 'Mahanayak of Indian Cinema.' The beautiful valleys of Nepal made the film more attractive, especially its climax shots.
India.com
an hour ago
- India.com
Made for Rs 2 crore, this film is huge flop, left behind movies like Housefull 5, Adipurush, and Sikander, is being trolled for…, movie is…, lead actors are…
Recently, the trailer of a film is making people laugh a lot on the internet. Netizens are making fun of it and saying, 'This is worse than Adipurush.' However, it is a Pakistani film which was released at a time when there is tension between India and Pakistan. The tension between the two countries has not reduced yet, due to which the ban on Pakistani artists continues in India. At such a time, it seems that this film itself is inviting trolling. Parwaaz Hai Junoon Here we are talking about 2018 film, 'Parwaaz Hai Junoon', It was produced by Momina Duraid and directed by Haseeb Hassan. But recently it is being criticized after it went viral again. Starring Hamza Ali Abbasi, Ahad Raza Mir and Hania Aamir in lead roles, the film depicted the Pakistan Air Force. Some people romanticized life, love stories and sacrifices in a war-like setting. It failed to instill patriotism and was subjected to brutal trolling. Worst Quality Of VFX The grand scenes in this film showing Pakistani soldiers as heroes and victorious in war have angered the audience. Many netizens are reacting that this is actually a far-fetched idea. One wrote, 'Pakistan has not won a single war till now, so why all these grand things?' they are protesting. One wrote, 'There should be a disclaimer that this film has nothing to do with reality.' One quipped, 'The VFX budget of this film is less than even a typical Indian web series.' Some people are laughing that the fighter planes look like they have been taken from a 90s video game and called it Tom Cruise' Top Gun ki cheap copy. The Budget Of This Aerial Action Thriller As per reports, the film was made for Rs 12 crore and it collected Rs 28 crore. It had a strong opening, earning Rs. 2.13 crore worldwide on day one. It collected Rs. 5.45 crore in two days, Rs. 8.74 crore in three days, and Rs. 12.68 crore in four days. By the end of its first week, it reached Rs. 18.18 crore globally. In its second week, it broke records with Rs. 28.12 crore. The film features several of Pakistan's most beloved actors, such as Hamza Abbasi, Ahad Raza Mir, and Hania Aamir, who has recently found herself at the center of a controversy. The young actress was poised to make her Bollywood debut alongside Diljit Dosanjh in the already postponed film. Sardaar Ji 3, for which the trailer was unveiled on Sunday. However, due to the tensions following the Pahalgam attacks and Operation Sindoor, the casting has encountered significant backlash, resulting in this third installment of the Sardaar Ji series being released only in theaters abroad.
