Mumbai July 3 (IANS) "Kabhi Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi" which began on this day 18 years ago changed life for producer Ekta Kapoor and for actress Smriti Irani who is now a Union Minister.
"Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi" an Indian soap opera which was on top of all the saas-bahu dramas on TV ruled the small screen for more than eight years after starting on July 3 2000. It told the story of Tulsi Virani essayed effortlessly by Smriti who set out to be the ideal daughter-in-law wading through the trials and tribulations of living in a huge joint family.
On social media Ekta penned a message as she shared an old photograph of herself with Smriti with whom she continues to share a bond of friendship.
Ekta who spearheads Balaji Telefilms wrote: "18 years ago this day Star Plus and Sameer Nair changed my life and a star unimaginable from a relatively new medium was born - Smriti Irani. Thank you Ronit Bose Roy Shobha Kapoor Rajesh Joshi and all who made this show."
Smriti thanked Ekta and even her fans in a post.
"18 years ago began a journey that changed my life forever Ekta Kapoor and Shobha Kapoor you believed in me when no one wanted to take a chance. Fans and friends thank you for the support and blessings " she wrote.

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