If you grew up hearing the iconic theme music “Rishton Ka Bandhan,” chances are, your evenings were shaped by one of Indian television’s most legendary shows, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. And now, it’s official: it’s been 25 years since Tulsi Virani first stepped into our homes and hearts, thanks to the indomitable force that is Ekta Kapoor.
On this nostalgic milestone, Ekta took to social media to celebrate the silver jubilee of a show that didn’t just entertain, it created history. Along with the show’s original opening sequence, she shared an emotional caption that brought back a wave of memories: “25 YEARS!!! Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi wasn’t just a show… it was an emotion. A piece of my heart. A dream that started with folded hands and limitless faith in Shri Balaji… a story that became India’s story.”
And honestly, she wasn’t exaggerating. When Kyunki aired in 2000, Indian television was never the same again. It introduced characters that felt like family, made rituals out of daily episodes, and transformed the humble saas-bahu saga into a nationwide obsession.
From the powerful Tulsi (played by Smriti Irani) to Mihir (first Amar Upadhyay, later Ronit Roy), Mandira, Savita, and Baa—the entire cast became household names. The show’s narrative of tradition, drama, family, and resilience resonated across generations and regions. Even after it ended on November 6, 2008, its influence and fan love never really faded.
In another touching post, Ekta shared a video from her younger days, shot during the show’s first anniversary, back when she was just 26. The caption was a heartfelt thank-you to her entire team: “Thank you… to the entire team of actors, directors, writers… for changing my life.“
The gratitude wasn’t just personal, it was a tribute to the collective energy that made Kyunki a milestone in Indian pop culture.
And if you think Ekta is slowing down, think again. With a powerhouse career that has shaped the Indian content space across television, film, and OTT, she’s still creating waves. She’s teaming up with TVF for the first time on the much-anticipated “VvAN” starring Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia, reuniting with Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan for the horror-comedy “Bhooth Bangla,” and even venturing into the Malayalam industry with a film featuring the legendary Mohanlal.
From redefining television to pushing new cinematic boundaries, Ekta Kapoor is a storyteller who never stops evolving—and Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi remains the story that started it all.
As fans, we don’t just remember the drama, we remember the comfort of watching it with family, the excitement of cliffhangers, and the timeless dialogues that still echo in pop culture.
Here’s to 25 years of Tulsi, Mihir, Baa… and to the woman who made it all possible.
Happy 25 years, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. You weren’t just a show. You were a phenomenon.
