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Smriti Irani is an Indian politician and a former television actress and producer. Irani joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in 2003 and gained prominence within the party. She was appointed vice-president of the BJP Maharashtra Youth Wing in 2004. Irani entered parliament in 2011 after being sworn in as a member of parliament from Gujarat to the Rajya Sabha. Irani was the youngest minister in the 2019 Council of Ministers, when she was sworn in as a Cabinet Minister in May 2019 at the age of 43. In the 2019 Indian general election, she defeated Rahul Gandhi - the country's principal opposition leader and the then-president of the Indian National Congress - to win the Amethi seat. Previously the Amethi constituency had been represented by the members of the Gandhi family for the last four decades. She became a household name after she bagged the role of Tulsi Virani in Ekta Kapoor's production Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi on Star Plus. She married Parsi businessman, Zubin Irani, in 2001. In October the same year, the couple had their first child, a son named Zohr. In September 2003, the couple had their second child, a daughter named Zoish. More

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  • Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 written update September 19: Tulsi faints after seeing Pari with Ranvijay

    Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 written update September 19: Tulsi faints after seeing Pari with Ranvijay

    Tulsi is about to depart from the chawl after meeting Vrinda, and that is when she unexpectedly sees Pari. She wants answers and happens to faint, after which Vrinda takes care of her and asks her to be patient. 

  • Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: Mihir blames Tulsi for destroying Pari’s married life

    Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: Mihir blames Tulsi for destroying Pari’s married life

    Pari tells Tulsi that she was beaten by his relatives and slapped by Ajay. She refuses to go back to them, and Tulsi promises her that she will support her, even though she knows in her heart that Pari must confront them in order to expose their brutality. 

  • Smriti Irani on then vs now Tulsi in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: "Get a better paycheque"

    Smriti Irani on then vs now Tulsi in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: "Get a better paycheque"

    Television actor Smriti Irani returned as Tulsi in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 and reflected on her career as well as journey.

  • Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 written update, September 11:Vikram doubts that Naina has feelings for Mihir

    Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 written update, September 11:Vikram doubts that Naina has feelings for Mihir

    After escorting Naina to a separate room, Vikram proposes to her. Startled, Naina informs Vikram that she loves someone else and that she cannot marry him. Vikram recalls the way Naina looks at him and speaks to Mihir. He inquires about Naina's feelings for Mihir.

  • Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 spoiler: Pari gets the Parekh family jailed for domestic violence; Angad marries Vrinda - Exclusive

    Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 spoiler: Pari gets the Parekh family jailed for domestic violence; Angad marries Vrinda - Exclusive

    Moneycontrol.com has got its hands on an exclusive information on Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2’s upcoming track. There will soon be a dramatic twist where Pari will accuse her in-laws for domestic violence and Tulsi will support her. On the other hand, Mihir will be extremely upset as Angad will break Vrinda’s engagement and will marry her.

  • Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: Pandya Store fame Rahul Chawala to play a negative role in the show

    Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: Pandya Store fame Rahul Chawala to play a negative role in the show

    Rahul Chawala will play the role of a detective employed by the Parekh family to watch over Pari, the daughter of Tulsi and Mihir. It is anticipated that his arrival will cause more problems for Pari, who is already using devious tactics to manipulate her husband Ajay Parekh and their family.

  • Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 written update September 5: Naina confesses her feelings for Mihir

    Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 written update September 5: Naina confesses her feelings for Mihir

    While Naina is trying to cope with her feelings and tells Suchi that she cannot stop thinking about Mihir, Nandini plans to move in with her children away form Karan.

  • Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: Aditi Sanwal signs the dotted line; to be seen as Naina’s niece

    Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: Aditi Sanwal signs the dotted line; to be seen as Naina’s niece

    While the drama is at its highest peak and there are some very dramatic twists scheduled to unfold, Lucky Mehta has been roped in to play the role of Naina’s sister. Aditi will play the role of Naina’s niece.

  • Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 written update, September 3: Mihir stands in support of Pari as she plays victim card

    Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 written update, September 3: Mihir stands in support of Pari as she plays victim card

     Tulsi feels humiliated and certain that Mihir has lost sight of Pari after he brushes off her worries, maintains he was correct, and requests to be left to sleep alone. Pari then manipulates the situation by playing the victim and reaches Mihir's office to get his approval for her studies.

  • Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 written update, September 1: Pari decides to break her marriage with Ajay

    Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 written update, September 1: Pari decides to break her marriage with Ajay

    Pari has been secretly meeting Ranvijay. Tulsi and Nandini follow Pari to know her reality but Pari succeeds in tricking them. She later decides to divorce Ajay.

  • Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 written update, August 31: Gayatri realises Naina’s growing fondness for Mihir

    Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 written update, August 31: Gayatri realises Naina’s growing fondness for Mihir

    While Naina is getting closer to Mihir every passing moment, Tulsi and Nandini follow Pari to know the truth about her relationship with Ranvijay.

  • Smriti Irani reacts to Taylor Swift's engagement to Travis Kelce: ‘Always a sucker for a nice end'

    Smriti Irani reacts to Taylor Swift's engagement to Travis Kelce: ‘Always a sucker for a nice end'

    Taylor Swift recently got engaged to NFL star Travis Kelce in a dreamy proposal. Joining fans worldwide, actor-turned-politician Smriti Irani congratulated the singer with a heartfelt Instagram note, calling it a fairy-tale moment.

  • Smriti Irani shares glimpse of her Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations: "Bappa comes home"

    Smriti Irani shares glimpse of her Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations: "Bappa comes home"

    The festive spirit of Ganesh Chaturthi has reached Smriti Irani’s home as the actor-turned-politician warmly welcomed Lord Ganesha. She also shared a glimpse of the celebrations with her followers through a heartfelt Instagram video.

  • Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: Jaanaki actress Lucky Mehta joins the cast of the Smriti Irani starrer

    Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: Jaanaki actress Lucky Mehta joins the cast of the Smriti Irani starrer

    According to reports, she will be joining Smriti Irani and Amar Upadhyay's program as Naina's sister. She will be seen giving a new twist to the show.

  • Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 episode update August 24: Indira and Mihir get into a major fight as Pari is accused of stealing

    Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 episode update August 24: Indira and Mihir get into a major fight as Pari is accused of stealing

    While Mihir defends Pari, saying she is innocent, Indira claims she has the right to question her after all Viren was jailed by the Virani family.

  • Smriti Irani's latest monologue in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 about housewives wins hearts; asks "In these 38 years, have I ever taken a day off?”

    Smriti Irani's latest monologue in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 about housewives wins hearts; asks "In these 38 years, have I ever taken a day off?”

    Smriti Irani has made her acting comeback with Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2, reprising her iconic role as Tulsi Virwani. Since its July 29 premiere, the show has been a hit, with one of her monologues on women going viral.

  • Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 written update August 14: Tulsi offers Malti money in exchange for proof against Ajay

    Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 written update August 14: Tulsi offers Malti money in exchange for proof against Ajay

    During the wedding ceremony, Tulsi tells Munni to secure the pen drive, leaving Nandini in charge, while Hemant quietly calls the police.

  • Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 written update August 13: Tulsi vows to call off Pari and Ajay's wedding

    Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 written update August 13: Tulsi vows to call off Pari and Ajay's wedding

    To protect Pari from danger, Tulsi vows to stop the wedding and Nandini tells her that she will support her in each and every situation.

  • Is Smriti Irani using a body double in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2? Fans share disappointment over recent scenes

    Is Smriti Irani using a body double in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2? Fans share disappointment over recent scenes

    Smriti Irani’s return as Tulsi in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 thrilled fans, but frequent body double use soon sparked online backlash, leaving many disappointed despite the show’s strong TRPs.

  • Smriti Irani surpasses Rupali Ganguly, Dilip Joshi and Hina Khan; is the highest paid actress on small screen

    Smriti Irani surpasses Rupali Ganguly, Dilip Joshi and Hina Khan; is the highest paid actress on small screen

    Smriti Irani is being paid Rs. 14 lakh per episode. This makes her the highest paid TV artist in India.  

  • Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 written update August 6: Pari and Ajay's marriage gets fixed; Tulsi in dilemma

    Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 written update August 6: Pari and Ajay's marriage gets fixed; Tulsi in dilemma

    Ajay's mother comes across as someone with orthodox values and talks about how women are best suited in the kitchen and managing household chores and that they should not work post marriage.

  • Smriti Irani praises Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 cinematographer Deepak Malwankar, compares TV craft to Brad Pitt’s F1

    Smriti Irani praises Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 cinematographer Deepak Malwankar, compares TV craft to Brad Pitt’s F1

    Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 actor Smriti Irani has watched Brad Pitt's F1. She has watched the film twice and praised the art of the cinematographer.

  • Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 update August 3: Vrinda helps Tulsi with Angad's CCTV footage

    Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 update August 3: Vrinda helps Tulsi with Angad's CCTV footage

    Vrinda informs Tulsi that she has seen the CCTV footage and that Angad is innocent.

  • Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi episode update July 31: Angad gets arrested, Mihir agrees to meet Pari's boyfriend

    Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi episode update July 31: Angad gets arrested, Mihir agrees to meet Pari's boyfriend

    There are many unexpected twists and turns in every scene which adds more spice to the storyline. The show has just started and already it is gaining momentum.

  • Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 written update July 30: Pari announces that she has a boyfriend, Angad meets with an accident

    Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 written update July 30: Pari announces that she has a boyfriend, Angad meets with an accident

    The police informs Tulsi that Angad was drunk. On the other hand, Pari tells Tulsi that she cannot marry Mihir's choice of suitor as she has a boyfriend.

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