The casting of Akashdeep Saigal as Rio in the rebooted television series Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 has ignited a storm of memes and witty comments across social media platforms. Fans have been mercilessly roasting the show's casting logic, turning the comment sections into a battleground of humour. The series may be dramatic on screen, but the real entertainment is unfolding online.
The Meme That Started It All
The most viral meme encapsulates the absurdity perfectly: "Only Indian TV can cast a 51-year-old as the grandson of a 50-year-old." This joke spread like wildfire across platforms, quickly becoming the face of the entire casting debate. Fans felt validated, and the meme resonated with anyone familiar with the often illogical age portrayals in Indian television.
The Charlie Sheen Meme That Got Everyone Talking
A video of Akashdeep Saigal's entry as Rio was posted online with the caption: "Legit thought Charlie Sheen was in this episode of 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi.'" Many fans found the resemblance too strong to ignore, and the meme took off rapidly, becoming one of the most talked-about reactions to his casting in the show.
Even the Flashbacks Are Getting Roasted
Fans are not limiting their mockery to present-day scenes; flashbacks are receiving the same treatment. In the storyline, Rio is supposed to be the son of Ansh, who was Tulsi's son in the original series. However, a viral comment pointed out: "Even flashbacks waala (featuring) Ansh looks younger to Rio," meaning the actor playing the father appears younger than the actor portraying his own son. Viewers are genuinely baffled at how this casting decision made it past the production room.
When the Son Looks Older Than the Father
A circulating meme highlighted that Rio and Karan, who plays his fake father in the show, do not convincingly resemble a father-son pair. The caption "Ismme Rio sach mein beta ban gaya...dono he baap lag rahe (In this show, Rio truly became the son...both look like the father)" summed up the confusion perfectly. Both actors appear old enough to be each other's father, making the parent-child dynamic nearly impossible to take seriously on screen.
The Unofficial New Title
Fans have collectively decided that the show needs a new name, and the internet has delivered. The joke title "Kyunki papa bhi kabhi beta tha (Because even dad was once a son)" has been floating around in comments, as fans believe it describes the on-screen situation better than the original. It perfectly captures the age gap confusion that has been bothering viewers since Rio's entry into the series.
