Smriti Irani's comment sparks online clash between KSBKBT and Anupamaa, Rupali Ganguly responds (Latest News)
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Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi and Anupamaa get into a comparison battle on TRP charts with Smriti Irani's comment fueling battle
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The television world is buzzing as two of India’s most loved daily soaps, Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 and Anupamaa, find themselves caught in a public comparison storm.
What began as a casual remark from Smriti Irani has turned into one of the most talked-about topics on Indian television this week.
Smriti Irani, who returns as Tulsi in the reboot of the iconic Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, recently addressed comparisons between her show and Anupamaa.
During an interview, she stated that she doesn’t view Anupamaa as competition, explaining that legacy is built over time and that Kyunki has been remembered for decades.
Smriti Irani's statement, though seemingly factual, stirred strong reactions among fans and actors from Anupamaa.
Several cast members of Anupamaa, including Alpana Buch, expressed disappointment, suggesting that the remark undermined the hard work of today’s artists.
However, Rupali Ganguly, who plays the titular Anupamaa, handled the situation with grace.
Rupali Ganguly called Kyunki a landmark show and said that comparing two stories from different eras doesn’t make sense, as both aim to entertain and empower audiences in their own ways.
Ekta Kapoor and KSBKBT cast speak up on the controversy
Producer Ektaa Kapoor quickly stepped in to calm the situation. She called the comparisons unfair, stating that pitting women-led shows against each other was unnecessary.
Kapoor praised Anupamaa for its phenomenal run and reminded everyone that television has enough room for multiple strong stories to coexist.
Hiten Tejwani, part of Kyunki 2’s ensemble, also urged viewers to judge the new show on its merit rather than through nostalgia or rivalry.
Hiten emphasized that Kyunki 2 aims to revisit the emotional depth that once defined family dramas.
While social media continues to fan the flames of a “TRP war,” both teams have chosen maturity over rivalry.
What’s emerging now is not just a clash between two shows, but a reminder that television’s strength lies in storytelling, not competition.
