A recent throwback moment from Kaun Banega Crorepati season 1 resurfaced on social media, featuring Smriti Irani sharing a heartwarming memory of Amitabh Bachchan’s charitable gesture during the shoot of his 1970s movie Ganga Ki Saugandh. Irani, known for her role as Tulsi in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, recounted how Bachchan collected funds for a charitable cause in Dahanu back in 1976.
Amitabh Bachchan expressed gratitude upon hearing about the positive impact of the funds collected, stating his happiness that the money was being used for a noble purpose. The viral clip, shared by Ekta Kapoor, showcased a young Smriti Irani and Amar Upadhyay from the iconic TV show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi on the sets of KBC season 1. The clip, dating back around 25 years, highlighted the enduring legacy of the show and its cast.
Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, which premiered on July 3, 2000, became a beloved saas-bahu drama that ran for 8 years, setting a milestone in Indian television history. The show’s reprise version, starring Smriti Irani and Amar Upadhyay, aired in August 2025, marking a nostalgic return for fans of the original series. Ganga Ki Saugandh, the 1978 Hindi action drama featuring Bachchan and Rekha, directed by Sultan Ahmed, was a box office success, further solidifying Bachchan’s legacy in Indian cinema.
