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Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi ruled television in the early aughts, making Tulsi a household name. In 2025, the second season of the iconic show made a comeback and has been in news ever since, be it for its plotlines or return of its original cast. The show made headlines recently and shocked the internet when Bill Gates made a cameo in the Smriti Irani show. Smriti has consciously tried to weave social issues in the narrative, consistently highlighting topics like ageing and body shaming that affect women every day. Staying true to the show’s relevant themes and storyline, the plot surrounding Bill Gates’s cameo focuses on the health of pregnant women and newborns. Now, as per a Reddit revelation, the entire concept was reportedly Smriti’s idea. Reddit Says Bill Gates’ Cameo In Kyunki… Was Her Idea As per a Reddit post, it was Smriti Irani’s mind behind the viral Bill Gates cameo in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. The post read, “Did you know? It was Smriti Irani’s idea to have Bill Gates appear on Kyunki Saas bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2! She wanted to use the show’s reach to highlight maternal and newborn health — a cause close to both.” Here is the post: Did you know byu/Sad_Deal1395 inbollywoodcirclejerk In an interview with CNBC-TV18, the former Minister for Women and Child Development shared her thoughts on the cameo. She called it a “historic moment” for Indian television. She added, “For far too long, women and children’s health has remained on the margins of mainstream dialogue. This initiative is a powerful step towards changing that.” She continued and explained that to be able to bring “one of the world’s most respected” global voices in the iconic show is much more than merely a collaboration. “It is the start of a Jan Andolan, a people’s movement rooted in awareness, empathy and action.” The Viral Bill Gates Promo View this post on Instagram A post shared by StarPlus (@starplus) In the viral promo that shocked the internet, Bill can be seen replying ‘Namaste’ and ‘Jai Shree Krishna’ to Tulsi where the latter tells her that she is elated he is about to meet her family. The promo had over 190K likes and more than 8K comments. View this post on Instagram A post shared by StarPlus (@starplus) In another promo, Gates is seen wishing the Virani family a happy Diwali. The family beams with joy after the exchange and appreciates Gates’ warmth and humility.
