Actor-turned-politician Smriti Irani has confirmed that Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates will appear in a special episode of the popular television show ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2’. Irani described his participation as a historic moment for Indian entertainment.
Focus on Women’s and Children’s Health
The upcoming episode aims to spotlight important social themes, particularly the health of women and children. Irani emphasized that these issues have long been sidelined in mainstream discussions.
In an interview with CNBC-TV18, she said, “This marks a historic moment in Indian entertainment. For far too long, women and children’s health has remained on the margins of mainstream dialogue. This initiative is a powerful step toward changing that.”
Gates to Connect via Tulsi’s Character
According to sources cited by India Today, Gates will interact with Tulsi’s character through a video call, highlighting maternal and newborn health. The episode will showcase the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation’s global initiatives while integrating these themes into the storyline.
A show insider noted, “The storyline focuses on creating and improving awareness about the health of pregnant women and newborns. Smriti wanted to use the show as a platform to promote health and social awareness through storytelling.”
Early Glimpse in Promo
A recently released promo offers viewers a sneak peek. Tulsi is seen connecting via video call with a person from America, later revealed to be Gates. In the clip, she says, “It’s lovely to know that you are connecting directly with my family from America. We are all eagerly waiting for you.”
Show Cast and Format
The second season of ‘Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi’ premiered in July this year. It features returning actors such as Smriti Irani, Amar Upadhyay, Hiten Tejwani, Gauri Pradhan, Shakti Anand, and Ketki Dave, alongside new cast members including Aman Gandhi, Shagun Sharma, and Rohit Suchanti.Unlike the first season, which spanned over 1,800 episodes, the second season will have a limited number of episodes, focusing on impactful storytelling within a shorter span.
