Amitabh Bachchan begins shoot for KBC new season: The test starts now
Mumbai, July 30
Bollywood's "Shahenshah" Amitabh Bachchan has concluded the pre-production of the upcoming season of "Kaun Banega Crorepati" and went on to share that the "test starts now".
The octogenarian took to his blog, where he first spoke about his fans wishing him on Guru Purnima.
Big B wrote, "To all that have, through their extreme generosity, expressed their greeting on the auspicious Guru Purnima, I reciprocate them with gratitude and love."
He further added in Hindi, "Itne zyada messages aa gaye the ki kaam karein ya messages ka jawab dein. To kshama prarthi hoon. (There were so many messages that I couldn't decide whether to work or reply to them. So, I sincerely seek your forgiveness.)"
Further in the blog, the thespian first shared a string of pictures from the sets and went on to say that the pre-production process for the quiz-based reality show has come to an end and that he is now gearing up for the shoot.
The cine icon wrote, ".. the test starts now .. as the final mocks get over and the production and audience takes over .."
He added: said, "Aur is baar jaisa ki hum apne promo mein kehte hain, jara sochna padega!!" (And this time, as we have been saying in our promos, you'll have to think a little harder, 'Sochna Padega')."
Big B is all set to return as the host for the 18th edition of the quiz-based reality show "Kaun Banega Crorepati" for which he will start shooting from August 1.
Kaun Banega Crorepati is the official Hindi adaptation of the Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? franchise. It is presented by actor Amitabh Bachchan, who has hosted the show for its entire run except for its third season, during which Shah Rukh Khan, another actor, replaced Big B.
The format is similar to other shows in the Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? franchise, where contestants are asked multiple-choice questions and must select the correct answer from four possible choices, and are provided with lifelines that may be used if they are uncertain.
The first episode KBC is set to premiere on August 10 on Sony Entertainment Television
— IANS
Reader Comments
Amitabh ji at 81 still working with such passion. His dedication is truly inspirational for all of us. But honestly, I hope they make the questions more about general knowledge and less about Bollywood this time.
Watching KBC with family was a tradition when we lived in India. Even now in the US, my parents make sure to stream it. Big B is timeless. Can't wait for August 10! 🇮🇳
"Jara sochna padega" - love that tagline! But honestly, KBC needs to improve the prize money structure. Crorepati is great but with inflation, maybe they should increase it or add more milestones. Still, excited for Big B's return! 🙌
The show that educated India while entertaining us! I've learned so many random facts from KBC over the years. Big B's hosting style is unmatched - that calm, authoritative tone. Hope this season brings more contestants from small towns, their stories are the best part.
My whole family watches KBC together - three generations! The grandkids love the fast fingers round, parents enjoy the questions, and we all admire Big B. Only wish they'd bring back the old format where contestants had more time to think. Still, so excited for the new season! 💫
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