Mumbai (PTI): Admirers of Smriti Irani alias Tulsi, will once again be able to see their favorite 'bahu' in the show 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' after a gap of nearly an year.

Balaji Telefilms' Creative Director Ekta Kapoor and Anupama Mandloi, Senior Creative Director of Star Plus announced the come back of Smriti to the show at a joint press conference along with Smriti on Wednesday.

"Smriti will return to become an integral part of the Virani household in 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi'", Ekta told media persons here yesterday.

Anupama said, "We have had a long standing relation with Smriti and it is thrilling to have her back on the show. She has contributed immensely in making Tulsi iconic and the team is looking forward to her return."

Clarifying about her differences with Smriti, Ekta said, "It is heartening to bring Smriti back as Tulsi. The show has consistently remained at the top because of her fans' immense faith in her and also in the show. I'm glad that Smriti and I have had another chance to work together in 'Kyunki', a show close to both our hearts."

Elucidating her comeback to 'Kyunki', Smriti Irani, commented, "The platform of 'Kyunki' is irreplaceable in my life. This is where I began my eventful journey as an actor and it gives me immense pleasure to return to the show after a brief hiatus. I am enthralled by the love and admiration my fans have shown towards Tulsi in the past and am confident of their support on my return."