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Amitabh Bachchan Halts KBC Shoot: Why a Contestant's Emergency Came First

Amitabh Bachchan recently shared a heartwarming incident from the KBC set. He had to pause filming mid-episode because a contestant's husband, who was accompanying her, suddenly fell unwell. Big B felt it wouldn't be right to continue the game while the contestant was worried about her spouse. He even offered to work extra hours on another day to reshoot the episode, putting humanity before production schedules.

Key Points: Amitabh Bachchan Stops KBC Shoot for Contestant's Family

  • Bachchan stopped the shoot immediately as the contestant reached the hot seat
  • He prioritized the contestant's mental well-being over game continuity
  • The actor suggested rescheduling and offered to shoot extra episodes
  • The decision highlights his ethical approach and respect for participants
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Big B pauses 'KBC' shoot over contestant's family emergency

Amitabh Bachchan paused a KBC episode when a contestant's husband fell ill, prioritizing ethics over production, and offered to reshoot later.

"“I felt it would not be ethical to continue the game with the wife when her husband is not feeling good.” - Amitabh Bachchan"

Mumbai, Dec 17

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan shared that he had to halt the shoot of his quiz-based reality show “Kaun Banega Crorepati” mid-way after a contestant’s husband, who was accompanying her, suddenly fell sick.

The thespian took to his blog to share that the episode was stopped as soon as the contestant reached the hot seat. While the situation was medically under control, the star said he felt it would not be ethical to continue the game.

He wrote on his blog: “.. then had to do 3 episodes .. one earlier i stopped as soon as the contestant came on the hot seat, because her husband as companion got unwell .. was ok .. but I felt it would not be ethical to continue the game with the wife when her husband is not feeling good .. it would be playing on her mind and she would not be able to concentrate on the game..(sic).”

The octogenarian added that he conveyed his decision to the production team and suggested rescheduling the shoot to allow time for the contestant’s husband to recover.

He went on to share that despite the broadcast constraints, the veteran actor agreed to work extra hours and shoot three episodes in a day instead of the usual two.

“I told Production I shall shoot another day, give time for the Husband to recover, even it means, due to broadcast constraints - to work extra and dod 3 episodes instead of the regular 2 per day (sic),” he added.

The icon is currently seen hosting the new season of Kaun Banega Crorepati. It is the official Hindi adaptation of Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? Franchise.

The format follows contestants, who 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 show airs on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Such a class act. He didn't have to do this, but he did. It shows his upbringing and values. Also, shooting 3 episodes in a day at his age? That's pure dedication to his audience.
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Sarah B
A very thoughtful gesture. The pressure of the hot seat is immense. If your loved one is unwell, you can't focus. This was the right call, ethically and for the contestant's peace of mind.
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Aman W
Respect. But let's be honest, this should be the standard, not an exception. Hope other production houses and hosts learn from this. Family always comes first, game show or not.
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Karthik V
Bachchan sahab is a true legend. This small act speaks volumes about his character. Wishing a speedy recovery to the contestant's husband. The show will be worth the wait!
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Michael C
A refreshing read. In an industry often criticized for being cut-throat, this is a beautiful example of empathy. It also shows great leadership to take that decision and then work extra to cover the schedule.

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