Actor Hina Khan couldn’t contain her excitement after watching Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates’ surprise appearance on Smriti Irani and Ekta Kapoor’s iconic television show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2. The crossover between one of television’s most loved characters and a global changemaker has taken the internet by storm.
On Thursday, Hina shared her reaction on Instagram Stories by reposting the show’s new promo, where Gates appears virtually with Smriti Irani’s character Tulsi. Expressing her admiration for the collaboration, Hina wrote, “Thissssss is the power of Indian television and the OG queen of television @ektarkapoor Only you can pull off this amazing feat.. congratulations Ekta Congratulations #TeamKyonki.”
Ekta Kapoor too shared her thoughts on the collaboration, revealing her favorite moment from the promo. She commented, “THE BEST PART WAS WRITING ….The absolute delightful JAI SHREE KRISHNA said so sweetly by @thisisbillgates.”
The viral promo featured Tulsi on a video call with Bill Gates, who greeted her warmly, saying, “Namaste Tulsi ji, Jai Shri Krishna.” Tulsi, in her familiar style, responded, “Jai Shri Krishna.” The clip carried a powerful message about maternal and child health, with the caption highlighting a new bond of “health, compassion, and change” forming between two worlds.
Smriti Irani’s return to television after 12 years as Tulsi has already stirred nostalgia among fans, and Bill Gates’ appearance only added to the show’s growing buzz.