Smriti Irani is returning as Tulsi Virani in the reboot of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, which will air on Star Plus starting July 29, 2025, at 10:30 pm. The show is creating a lot of excitement, not just because of nostalgia but also due to reports about Smriti’s huge pay increase. She earned ₹1,800 per episode in 2000, and now she’s reportedly earning Rs. 14 lakh per episode!
The reboot’s first look was recently released, showing that the production is aiming high. Fans are thrilled to see Smriti play Tulsi again. While the Rs. 14 lakh salary hasn’t been officially confirmed, industry talk suggests the show’s comeback has strong funding for its star and production.
Smriti has shared her thoughts on the show’s massive impact, which became a cultural hit and dominated Indian TV during its original run. She said the show and her character have remained special to millions of Indians. Speaking about it, she said, “When I first stepped into Tulsi’s world, I couldn’t have imagined how far her story would travel—not just into living rooms, but into the hearts of millions across India. Tulsi wasn’t just a character. She became a daughter, a mother, a friend—and, for many, a reflection of their own strength, sacrifice, and conviction.”
She added, “It broke every metric of success not through numbers alone, but through emotion. Families paused their lives to watch it together. Debates, laughter, and tears flowed around one name, Tulsi. Even when she left the screen, Tulsi never truly left the audience. Strangers continued to meet me not as Smriti, but as Tulsi, because she lived on in memories, rituals, and homes. That kind of legacy isn’t scripted. It’s received, with folded hands and a grateful heart.”
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