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Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: Smriti Irani's reunion and BTS  pics with Sakshi Tanwar

Sakshi Tanwar has joined the show along with Kiran Karmakar for the Diwali special episodes on Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2. Here are candid clicks from the set of their reunion with Smriti Irani and Amar Upadhyay. 

October 17, 2025 / 11:48 IST
There will soon be an interesting reunion between actress and politician Smriti Irani and actress Sakshi Tanwar in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2. The two legends, famous for their iconic roles as Tulsi in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi and Parvati in Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii, respectively, have been brought back together for a special crossover episode.
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There will soon be an interesting reunion between actress and politician Smriti Irani and actress Sakshi Tanwar in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2. The two legends, famous for their iconic roles as Tulsi in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi and Parvati in Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii, respectively, have been brought back together for a special crossover episode.
Sakshi Tanwar as Parvati Sakshi played the iconic role of Parvati in Kahani Ghar Ghar Ki. This was one of the longest-running and a cult show, which had a massive fan following. Her chemistry with Kiran Karmakar, who played the male lead as Om, was extremely loved. 
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Sakshi Tanwar as Parvati
Sakshi played the iconic role of Parvati in Kahani Ghar Ghar Ki. This was one of the longest-running and a cult show, which had a massive fan following. Her chemistry with Kiran Karmakar, who played the male lead as Om, was extremely loved.
Smriti Irani as Tulsi Smriti enchanted the masses in her role as Tulsi Virani in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. Tulsi was a beloved character who represented traditional family values, integrity, and resilience. She was the heart of the Virani family and was known for protecting her family and preserving traditions. Through her portrayal of Tulsi, Smriti became a household name and one of the most recognizable faces in Indian television.
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Smriti Irani as Tulsi
Smriti enchanted the masses in her role as Tulsi Virani in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. Tulsi was a beloved character who represented traditional family values, integrity, and resilience. She was the heart of the Virani family and was known for protecting her family and preserving traditions. Through her portrayal of Tulsi, Smriti became a household name and one of the most recognizable faces in Indian television.
Crossover episodes As Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi has returned with a reboot, Sakshi has shot for the Diwali special episodes, marking her reunion with Smriti. The two are very good friends. The crossover has prompted a wave of nostalgia among fans who grew up watching the two shows, which dominated Indian television for years. Many have commented that the actresses look just as graceful as they did back then.
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Crossover episodes
As Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi has returned with a reboot, Sakshi has shot for the Diwali special episodes, marking her reunion with Smriti. The two are very good friends. The crossover has prompted a wave of nostalgia among fans who grew up watching the two shows, which dominated Indian television for years. Many have commented that the actresses look just as graceful as they did back then.
The promo The promo showed Tulsi worrying about a diya in front of her tulsi plant getting blown out by the wind, only for Parvati to appear and help her. This instantly went viral and generated huge buzz on social media.
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The promo
The promo showed Tulsi worrying about a diya in front of her tulsi plant getting blown out by the wind, only for Parvati to appear and help her. This instantly went viral and generated huge buzz on social media.
The plot In the episode, Parvati and her husband, Om (Kiran Karmarkar), arrive to help Tulsi resolve a property-related conflict with her husband, Mihir (Amar Upadhyay). The moment brings back old memories that the audience cherished back then. 
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The plot
In the episode, Parvati and her husband, Om (Kiran Karmarkar), arrive to help Tulsi resolve a property-related conflict with her husband, Mihir (Amar Upadhyay). The moment brings back old memories that the audience cherished back then.
Reason to celebrate The reunion coincides with the 25th anniversary of Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii this month, making the occasion even more special. Premiering in 2000, the show ran for eight successful years and was a monumental success. Along with Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, it defined an era of Indian television.
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Reason to celebrate
The reunion coincides with the 25th anniversary of Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii this month, making the occasion even more special. Premiering in 2000, the show ran for eight successful years and was a monumental success. Along with Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, it defined an era of Indian television.
Heartfelt social media post  Sakshi posted a selfie with Smriti on her social media handle to signify their reunion. Both the actresses seem to be glad to reconnect after a long time. Fans flooded the comment sections with emotional responses, sharing that the reunion made them feel nostalgic and reminded them of their childhood.
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Heartfelt social media post 
Sakshi posted a selfie with Smriti on her social media handle to signify their reunion. Both the actresses seem to be glad to reconnect after a long time. Fans flooded the comment sections with emotional responses, sharing that the reunion made them feel nostalgic and reminded them of their childhood.
Smriti’s emotional message Smriti also posted a social media post that stated, “Grace, grit, and gorgeousness—there are many adjectives that I can ascribe to Sakshi, but what I can’t describe is how it felt to embrace the memory and reality of her after 2.5 decades of camaraderie. We didn’t know the ruckus Tulsi Parvati created because we were not chasing history; we happened to make it while chasing excellence.”
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Smriti’s emotional message
Smriti also posted a social media post that stated, “Grace, grit, and gorgeousness—there are many adjectives that I can ascribe to Sakshi, but what I can’t describe is how it felt to embrace the memory and reality of her after 2.5 decades of camaraderie. We didn’t know the ruckus Tulsi Parvati created because we were not chasing history; we happened to make it while chasing excellence.”
A click with the team It seems like the cast and crew were all smiles to welcome the two actresses who shot the show to skyrocketing popularity. The entire cast of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2, along with Sakshi, posed with the crew. It seems that there was a cake cutting held on the sets on the occasion of Kahani Ghar Ghar Ki celebrating 25 years. 
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A click with the team
It seems like the cast and crew were all smiles to welcome the two actresses who shot the show to skyrocketing popularity. The entire cast of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2, along with Sakshi, posed with the crew. It seems that there was a cake cutting held on the sets on the occasion of Kahani Ghar Ghar Ki celebrating 25 years.
Group photo Sakshi shared a picture posing with the entire team of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 as she shot for the Diwali special episodes. The reunion promises to be a nostalgic celebration of Indian television, reigniting interest in the iconic characters and bringing back a beloved on-screen dynamic for a new generation of viewers.
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Group photo
Sakshi shared a picture posing with the entire team of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 as she shot for the Diwali special episodes. The reunion promises to be a nostalgic celebration of Indian television, reigniting interest in the iconic characters and bringing back a beloved on-screen dynamic for a new generation of viewers.
first published: Oct 17, 2025 11:48 am

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