MUMBAI, Maharashtra | July 31, 2025 – Last night marked a highly anticipated television event as Ekta Kapoor’s blockbuster show, ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’, made a grand return to the small screen with its second season, titled ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2’. Boasting a brand new story while largely retaining its iconic star cast, the premiere instantly became a massive hit, particularly for its title track, which struck a chord of warm nostalgia with millions of fans.
The highlight of the return was undoubtedly Smriti Irani, reprising her legendary role as Tulsi Virani, as she once again opened the doors of the beloved Virani family home, Shanti Niketan. Her enduring chemistry with co-star Amar Upadhyay, who plays Mihir Virani, continues to be a heartwarming focal point for viewers. This season, while featuring returning favorites like Hiten Tejwani and Gauri Pradhan, also introduced new cast members Rohit Suchanti, Aman Gandhi, and Shagun Sharma, promising fresh dynamics within the much-loved narrative.
Social media platforms erupted with excitement as netizens shared their initial reactions to the first episode, signaling that ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2’ is already a resounding success. A significant reason for this instant hit status is the undeniable charm and connection between Amar Upadhyay’s Mihir and Smriti Irani’s Tulsi.
One social media user enthusiastically commented, “Sach m purane din wapas aa gaye old is gold 😍😍😍 Tulsi mihir best best jodi 😍😍😍😍😍 first episode outstanding 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍.” Another fan lauded the show, writing, “°•Welcome The Og Couple of “Ram Ram Jai Raja Ram” the Iconic Theme✨❤️ ~ Tulsi & Mihir are giving soo nostalgic moments.” The sentiments of nostalgia and appreciation for the original cast’s magic resonated widely, with another comment stating, “Saw 1st epi of #KyunkiSaasBhiKabhiBahuThi sn 2,whole ambience/every char have an organic progression/flow with right amnt of suspense.Vintage EK all over.Her chaap was there in every frame (absent in all her shows des days).Mihir n Tulsi scene made me grin like an idiot😁.”
The overwhelming sentiment among viewers was a powerful trip down memory lane. One nostalgic fan shared, “Vibe toh wahi hai full of emotions jab title song ke baad background music shuru hua uff pura bachpan , tulsi ka woi same aura mihir toh pehle se or jyada handsome karan nandini haayeee 😍😍😍.” Another social media user expressed deep emotion, “Bahut bahut emotional laga. Ham sab chote chote the tab dekhe the aur tulsi ko dekh ke itna acha laga can’t describe. Pehli baar koi serial ka part 2 aya wo bhi 20yrs k baad same actor ko leke serial banaya gya superb.”
The return of ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2’ has clearly tapped into a deep well of affection and nostalgia among Indian television audiences, proving that some classics truly never fade away.