Overview

• In an interview published August 18, Mukesh Khanna said Ekta Kapoor’s shows misrepresent Indian women and make a mockery of family morals.
• Referencing Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, he asserted, “All women are shown as selfish; hamare desh mein aisi auratein nahi hain.”
• The reimagined Kyunki premiered on July 29, 2025, with Smriti Irani and Amar Upadhyay returning as Tulsi and Mihir.
• Coverage noted Khanna’s stature as the face of Shaktimaan and his history of moral critiques, including recent objections to Ranbir Kapoor’s reported Ramayana casting.
• News18 also reported industry buzz about a possible Mouni Roy cameo in the reboot, which remains unconfirmed.