The cast of 'Anupamaa' has expressed disappointment after Smriti Irani, in an interview, dismissed the show as competition to 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2'. Alpana Buch, who plays Baa in 'Anupamaa', said, "Honourable Smriti ji, this was not expected from you." Actor Milloni Kapadia, who portrays Kinjal, wrote, "Breaks my heart to see our love not getting reciprocated."