Amitabh Bachchan Returns to Host KBC Season 17

Amitabh Bachchan, the beloved host of the iconic quiz show “Kaun Banega Crorepati” (KBC), has returned to the hot seat for its 17th season, which premiered on August 11. The show continues to captivate audiences with its blend of knowledge and entertainment, as contestants vie for life-changing sums of money.

Manavpreet Singh’s Journey on KBC

The first contestant of the season, Manavpreet Singh, faced a challenging journey on the show. After successfully answering questions up to the Rs 25 Lakh mark, he encountered a stumbling block with the Rs 50 Lakh question. The question posed by Amitabh Bachchan was, “To which South American Author did Rabindranath Tagore dedicate his poetry collection Purabi?” The options provided were A) Gabriela Mistral, B) Victoria Ocampo, C) Maria Luisa Bombal, and D) Teresa de la Parra. Uncertain of the correct answer, Manavpreet chose to quit and took home Rs 25 Lakh. The correct answer was revealed to be Victoria Ocampo.

The Rs 25 Lakh Question

Before reaching this point, Manavpreet had correctly answered a Rs 25 Lakh question: “In 2025, Vishwanath Karthikey became the youngest Indian to accomplish what feat?” The options were A) Swim the English Channel, B) Circumnavigate the Globe, C) Climb the Seven Summits, and D) Reach the North Pole. Manavpreet correctly identified option C) Climb the Seven Summits as the right answer.

Amitabh Bachchan’s Gratitude Towards Viewers

Ahead of the new season, Amitabh Bachchan expressed his gratitude towards viewers in an official statement. He emphasized that KBC is more than just a game show; it is a journey filled with hopes and dreams shared by millions. He described hosting KBC as akin to being among his extended family and expressed his deep appreciation for the audience’s unwavering support. As the new season unfolds, Bachchan promised to double his efforts in honor of the viewers’ affection.