Politician and actor Smriti Irani will be returning to play the role of Tulsi Virani in the reboot of Ektaa Kapoor’s iconic daily soap Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi.

In a statement issued on Monday, Smriti confirmed that she is returning to the show. “Some journeys come full circle, not for nostalgia, but for purpose. Returning to Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi is not just a step back into a role, but a return to a story that redefined Indian television and reshaped my own life,” she said.

“It gave me more than commercial success. It gave me a connection with millions of homes, a place in the emotional fabric of a generation. In the 25 years since, I have straddled two powerful platforms: media and public policy, each with its own impact, each demanding a different kind of commitment,” she added.

“Today, I stand at a crossroads where experience meets emotion, and creativity meets conviction. I return not just as an actor, but as someone who believes in the power of storytelling to spark change, preserve culture, and build empathy. In contributing to this next chapter, I hope to honour the legacy of Kyunki and help shape a future where India's creative industries aren't just celebrated, but truly empowered,” she further said.

As per reports the show will return to its original platform Star Plus on July 28. Other than Smriti Irani, the show will also star Amar Upadhyay, Hiten Tejwani, and Gauri Pradhan and they will all be seen reprising their roles from the show’s original version.