All set to return to the small screens and reprise her iconic role of Tulsi Virani in Ekta Kapoor’s show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2, actress and BJP leader Smriti Irani often connects with her fans and followers through her official social media handles. As the fans are eagerly waiting for the serial, she recently took to her X (formerly known as Twitter) handle to communicate with her concerned fans.

No sabbatical . Have worked both in media and politics for 25 years with only a decadal break due to my responsibility as Cabinet Minister. Never compromised on my sangathan responsibilities, never will .
— Smriti Z Irani (@smritiirani) July 15, 2025

As fans wondered if she would be taking a sabbatical from politics to focus on the show and her acting career, she dismissed the speculations. As a reply to a concerned fan, she wrote back, “No sabbatical. Have worked both in media and politics for 25 years with only a decadal break due to my responsibility as Cabinet Minister. Never compromised on my sangathan responsibilities, never will.”

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In another tweet, a netizen wrote to her, “Will all due respect for your decision to return back to the media. Me and like me thousands of your admirers will wish your active presence in politics too. Specifically when the Bengal and UP election is around the corner. PS – My mother was super happy when she heard this news.” Replying to the X user, the 49-year-old actress wrote, “My Pranaam to your Ma … be assured of my active political contribution during the forthcoming elections as assigned by sangathan.”

My Pranaam to your Ma … be assured of my active political contribution during the forthcoming elections as assigned by sangathan .
— Smriti Z Irani (@smritiirani) July 15, 2025

Speaking about Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi season 2 will be airing from July 29, 2025 on Star Plus, on its original time 10:30 pm. Apart from Smriti Irani, Amar Upadhyay will be returning to the show and reprise his role of Mihir Virani.

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