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Smriti Irani: Tulsi's role was fate, not just luck
23 Nov
Summary
- Irani shared her 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' casting story at Sahitya Aajtak.
- Ektaa Kapoor tore her initial contract and offered her the lead role.
- She had borrowed money and faced immense pressure before getting the role.
Smriti Irani, now a politician, recently shared a captivating anecdote about her journey to becoming Tulsi Virani in the hit television series 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi'. Speaking at Sahitya Aajtak 2025 in New Delhi, Irani detailed the tumultuous circumstances that led to her landing the role.
She revealed that she had initially gone to audition for a minor role as an actor's sister, having borrowed money from her father under strict conditions. While waiting at the reception with her contract, Ektaa Kapoor spotted her and, on impulse, tore up the existing contract and offered her the lead role of Tulsi.
Despite facing initial disbelief and even a failed audition the next day, Ektaa Kapoor was resolute, describing Tulsi as a character who embodies resilience and genuine emotion. Irani ultimately accepted the role, finding it aligned perfectly with her own understanding of strength and sincerity.
