Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2: Smriti Irani, Amar Upadhyay and other stars' educational qualification

Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 has been grabbing attention worldwide, with the makers adding major twists in every episode. The original, which became a hit in the 2000s, is back with a fresh season of drama and plot twists. Here’s a look at the educational qualifications of the cast bringing the story to life. (Photo: Instagram)

Smriti Irani, famously known for her role as Tulsi Virani, grew up in New Delhi. She studied at Holy Child Auxilium School, a well-known convent school run by Catholic nuns. After school Smriti enrolled in the School of Open Learning at Delhi University to pursue a B. Com degree. She appeared for her first-year exams but chose not to complete the course as her career in modelling and television began to take shape. Over the years, Smriti’s journey has been an inspiring example of how determination can lead to success beyond education. She later went on to become one of India’s most recognised TV faces and is now an influential political leader. (Photo: Instagram)

Amar Upadhyay, remembered fondly as Mihir Virani, comes from a Gujarati family and grew up in Mumbai’s Malad suburb. He pursued chemical engineering in college, showing a strong academic side before stepping into the entertainment industry. After completing his graduation, Amar trained at the prestigious Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) in Pune, which helped him polish his acting skills. His combination of technical education and formal training in performance has made him a versatile actor. Apart from TV Amar has also appeared in several films and reality shows, continuing to maintain a strong fan base. (Photo: Instagram)

Gauri Pradhan who plays Nandini Thakkar Virani, had a diverse educational journey. She studied at different schools including Carmel Convent School in Udhampur, before moving ahead to Sir Parshurambhau College where she pursued BSc in Electronics. Not limiting herself to one field, Gauri also studied psychology through an institute affiliated with the University of London. Along with education Gauri also built a modelling career, which eventually led her to acting. (Photo: Instagram)

Hiten Tejwani, known for his portrayal of Karan Virani, completed his schooling at Saint Francis D’Assisi High School in Mumbai. He then pursued higher studies at Jai Hind College, where he graduated. Before acting became his main profession, Hiten was involved in theatre and modelling, which laid the foundation for his on-screen confidence. Over the years, he has been a part of some of TV’s biggest shows and continues to charm audience with his work. (Photo: Instagram)

Shagun Sharma, who plays Pari Virani in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi Season 2, shifted to Mumbai to complete her education. She did her Bachelor’s degree in Mass Media from the University of Mumbai. Shagun has often spoken about how her studies in media helped her understand the entertainment industry better. While pursuing her degree she also began auditioning for roles, which eventually landed her parts in popular shows. (Photo: Instagram)

Rohit Suchanti, who plays Angad Virani, studied in multiple cities during his school years. He attended Step By Step School in Shillong, Navi Mumbai High School in Mumbai, and Baldwin Boys’ High School in Bengaluru. Later, he graduated from Sri Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain College in Bengaluru. His exposure to different schools and cultures gave him a broad perspective, which reflects in the various roles he plays. (Photo: Instagram)

Shakti Anand, who plays Hemant Virani, pursued science during his education. He attended the Tamil Education Association University in Delhi and went on to earn a Master’s degree in pharmaceutical engineering. Before becoming an actor, Shakti worked in the medical industry, which makes his career shift to entertainment all the more interesting. His commitment and hard work have helped him build a strong career on Indian television. (Photo: Instagram)