Sumeet Sachdev: Smriti Irani and I have sung in the choir together in school

Actor Sumeet Sachdev, best remembered as Gautam Virani, the onscreen son of Tulsi Virani, played by Smriti Irani in the TV show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, recently shared an interesting memory that dates back to long before the show came into his life.

Recalling his first interaction with Smriti Irani, Sumeet reveals that it wasn’t on the sets of Kyunki, but during their school days. “There’s an interesting story from our school days — back when we didn’t know each other at all. Our schools collaborated and sang ‘We Are the World’ together. We were both part of our respective school choirs and, in a way, ended up singing it together,” he shares.




When asked if the two are still in touch, the actor says, “We’re not really in touch, but we have crossed paths and bumped into each other a couple of times.”

Talking about the return of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi and whether audiences can expect to see Gomzy again, Sumeet reflects with warmth. “Kyunki is not just a show, it’s an emotion — for the audience and for us actors too. Gautam, or Gomzy as people lovingly call him, gave me immense love and recognition. Even today, people remember him with so much affection, which is truly humbling.”

He adds, “With the show returning, it’s natural for audiences to feel nostalgic and want familiar faces back. Whether or not Gomzy returns, Kyunki will always be close to my heart. It shaped an important phase of my journey, and the bond with the audience is something I’ll always cherish.”

Currently, Sumeet is seen playing Aniruddha Bose in Jhanak. His earlier work includes shows like Yeh Hai Mohabbatein, Karam Apnaa Apnaa, Chashni and Aye Dil Jee Le Zara.