India, Sept. 12 -- In 2025, many actors returned to television - some after more than a decade away. They share what kept them off the small screen and how TV has evolved over the years

Smriti Irani

After leaving acting for politics, Smriti returned to TV 22 years later with the reboot of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. "What drew me in was what Ektaa (R Kapoor, producer) brings to the table. It's fascinating to reconnect after 25 years and see her journey," says Smriti, adding, "I'm proud that we are in the game of telling the world that Indian TV still rocks. If you look back, we actually stood for things which were not a part of popular mediums, and we did it without being preachy."

Vandana Pathak

Vandana ended her six-year-hiatus ...