Bill Gates to Appear on Indian TV's 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2'

Bill Gates is set to appear on the Indian TV show 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2'. This cameo, confirmed by lead star Smriti Irani, aims to address maternal and newborn health issues, highlighting the efforts of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

Bill Gates, the co-founder of Microsoft, is gearing up to make a cameo appearance on Indian television in the popular series 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2'. The show's lead star, Smriti Irani, has labeled this collaboration as a 'historic moment' in the realm of Indian entertainment.

The promo for the upcoming episode shows Irani's character, Tulsi Virani, having a video call with an enigmatic guest from America. While she greets the caller with her signature 'Jai Shri Krishna', viewers are kept guessing about the caller's identity until it's revealed to be Gates. This marks his second TV cameo, following his appearance on 'The Big Bang Theory'.

In an interview, Irani expressed that the event signifies a pivotal move towards spotlighting women and children's health, subjects often overlooked in mainstream discussions. Gates is expected to discuss these crucial issues and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation's charitable initiatives. The episode is set to air on Star Plus at 10:30 pm and will be available for streaming on JioHotstar.

(With inputs from agencies.)