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India Today
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Ekta Kapoor breaks silence on why Kyunki after 25 years: To bring change, inspire
Ekta Kapoor wrote a long note on social media, explaining why she decided to reboot 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' after 25 years. The filmmaker, who became a household name with the massive popularity of the show, wrote about the legacy that Smriti Irani built as Tulsi Virani, and why they decided to bring the nostalgia back after two decades. Kapoor promised that the reboot would be inclusive and will give a voice to women. advertisementIn an article titled 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' is back, but who asked for it?' published on July 8, questioned the surprise comeback of the show. The article addressed the show's original content and how it glorified the domestication of women in Indian households. It also highlighted the wide consumption of global content by the audience today, which prefers watching world cinema online over the saas-bahu narratives on television. In a note titled, "Why Kyunki, Why Now?", she addressed the criticism of the show and explained the need for a reboot after two decades. Kapoor revealed that the reboot of 'Kyunki' is going to feature limited episodes. She also promised that the show would "inspire," and "spark conversations" around important conversations in households. She added that even she was averse to the idea of a reboot when the plan was first wrote, "I said, 'Let's do this! Let's create a show that's not afraid to raise important questions, that sparks conversations, and stands out in a time dominated by visual gimmicks.'"She continued, "'Kyunki' is coming back with limited episodes, to celebrate 25 years with an intent to impact, entertain, probe thoughts and, most importantly, to inspire. With a lot of entertainment, excitement and heartfelt emotions."Kapoor further said her show make the required value-addition to the current content setup in homes, and will entertain the audience. "Here's to 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Thi' - to what it stands for, giving a voice, bringing a much-awaited change, to its history and for what ut holds in store for us. Of course, without sounding preachy but being relatable and inclusive."She concluded her note by telling her audience that the show belongs to them, and they should have faith in the storytelling."Cheers to 'Kyunki', cheers to the power of storytelling, cheers to less of what happened before and cheers to what will come! We will never win against nostalgia. The fight though, is not about winning. It is about Impact! To the show that's not just ours, but also yours too (sic)!" View this post on Instagram A post shared by EktaaRkapoor (@ektarkapoor)Kapoor's note came a day after a section of the viewers discussed if we really needed 'Kyunki' in our lives at a time when we can access global content with a far more progressive Irani reprises her iconic role as Tulsi Virani in the reboot of 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi', Amar Upadhyay, Apara Mehta, Shakti Anand and Komolika Guha Thakurta, among others, have joined the show in their popular limited series will air on Star Plus from July 29 at 10:30 pm.- EndsMust Watch IN THIS STORY#Smriti Irani
NDTV
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Hina Khan's Delicious Family Moment Features "Expectation vs Reality" Reel With In-Laws
Television actress Hina Khan, who has been embracing her life with a positive outlook, took part in a fun-filled transition reel with her family. Ever since her cancer diagnosis and treatment, the diva has expressed how much she values her close ones. In the recent video she posted on Instagram, the Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai star also proved how food remains the binding factor amongst them. The clip began with her excelling in her bahu role while serving delectable Chinese dishes to her in-laws, who were seen seated at the dining table. It included mixed fried rice garnished with chopped green onions (scallions) and what appeared to be juicy and spicy chilli chicken. The doting daughter-in-law even added the famous Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Thi 's titular track in the background. Soon after the scene changes, Hina Khan can be exuding boss lady goals with her stylish avatar and a changed, bold yet confident attitude. The Kasautii Zindagii Kay star is seen seated on the main chair at the dining table, while her in-laws are serving the delicious Chinese dishes on her plate. The two segments of the clip were hilariously captioned as 'Expectation Vs Reality', revealing the princess's treatment she gets from her husband, Rocky Jaiswal and her in-laws. The actress even wrote a heartfelt note revealing how lucky she feels to be surrounded by such a supportive family. Watch the full video below: View this post on Instagram A post shared by ???????????????? ???????????????? (@realhinakhan) Since her marriage to her long-time boyfriend, Rocky Jaiswal, on June 4, Hina Khan has been wowing her in-laws with self-cooked delights. She has also been sharing sneak peeks of her culinary tales on her social media handles, and these are truly a treat for the eyes. During her first Eid feast after marriage, Hina dropped some behind-the-scenes moments from her preparation for the festival. In one photo she shared on her Instagram stories, the actress can be seen posing with two perfectly plated trays of cucumber and carrot slices. Below the picture, she wrote, " Dulhan (bride) on Duty," setting the bar high for all newlyweds. Read here to know more. After that, Hina Khan treated fans with a peek of another delightful snack - homemade dahi bhalla. She shared an appetising glimpse of the lip-smacking chaat on her Instagram Stories with a note that read, 'Homemade dahi bhalla by Neelam Singh. Yummmmm.' And indeed it looked every bit mouth-watering. Click here to read more. Hina Khan and her food diaries are surely impressive.
