Amitabh Bachchan to start shooting for 'KBC' Season 18 from August 1
Mumbai, July 24
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan is all set to return as the host for the 18th edition of the quiz-based reality show "Kaun Banega Crorepati" for which he wll start shooting from August 1.
Big B will start shooting on specially designed set at Mumbai's Film City. This season arrives with the intriguing theme, "Is Baar... Sochna Padega," introducing a fresh approach to the iconic quiz show.
Sony Entertainment Television recently unveiled a new promo featuring Amitabh Bachchan at a picturesque golf course. Drawing a parallel between golf and life, he explained that the first answer is not always the right one, encouraging contestants to pause, think carefully, and then respond.
He says, "Bachpan main humein sikhaya gaya tha ki jo pehle jawab de, sabse sahi wahi hai. Lekin zindagi mein kai baar, pehla jawab hi sahi nahi hota. Toh is baar KBC mein, jawab dene se pehle khud ko zara rokna padega. Nahi samjhe? Is baar... sochna padega."
(As children, we were taught that the one who answers first is the one who is right. But in life, many a time, the first answer isn't the right one. So this time on KBC, before giving your answer, you'll have to pause for a moment. Didn't get it? This time... you'll have to think.. Sochna Padega)
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.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Interesting that they're emphasizing 'thinking before answering.' In the US version, it's often about speed. But I guess the Indian audience values careful reasoning more. Big B's golf analogy is clever—life isn't about the first answer. Looking forward to seeing how the show evolves.
KBC season 18! Big B's voice still gives me chills. That promo with the golf course is beautiful—'pehla jawab sahi nahi hota' is such a life lesson. My grandmother watches this show religiously. It's more than a quiz; it's family bonding time. However, I do wish they'd get more diverse contestants from smaller towns. Many have incredible stories.
'Is Baar... Sochna Padega'—that's a smart twist. Too many contestants just guess. Making them think carefully might improve the quality of the show. But honestly, Big B is the real star. His presence makes even simple questions feel grand. Hope they continue the tradition of helping contestants from humble backgrounds.
KBC is a cultural phenomenon. I've watched every season since childhood. The new theme encourages critical thinking, which is great for a generation that relies too much on Google. Big B's dialogue about 'pehla jawab' is profound. Excited for August 1!
Another season, another chance for common people to change their lives. KBC is one show where the host genuinely connects with contestants. Big B is like a grandfather figure to the nation. The new set should be spectacular. One suggestion: please include
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