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Deccan Herald
3 days ago
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- Deccan Herald
Amitabh Bachchan begins Season 17 shoot with 'shaking knees" as KBC turns 25
Sony TV launched a campaign - #JahanAkalHaiWahaanAkadHai - evoking pride in intellect in today's world. celebrating not just knowledge but the confidence that comes with it.
News18
3 days ago
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- News18
Amitabh Bachchan begins shooting for Kaun Banega Crorepati season 17
Agency: PTI Mumbai, Aug 7 (PTI) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has commenced shooting for the 17th season of the long-running quiz show 'Kaun Banega Crorepati". The new season is set to feature not only new contestants and challenging questions, but also special surprises in celebration of the show's 25-year journey, the makers said in a statement. 'With a new season and the legendary host at the helm, KBC 17 promises to be one of the most sought after shows on Indian television. The opening episode will not only present some new announcements but also brings with it a fresh wave of excitement," it added. To mark the 25th anniversary milestone, the Sony TV show has also launched a campaign — #JahanAkalHaiWahaanAkadHai — which reflects how intellect today is worn with pride — celebrating not just knowledge but the confidence that comes with it. Bachchan, who has been the face of KBC since its inception in 2000, except for one season in 2003, took to his blog on the eve of the new season to share his thoughts. 'At work .. early rise, early work .. first day of KBC new season .. and as always .. the nerves .. the shaking knees the apprehension," he wrote, reflecting his continued humility and excitement even after 24 years. 'The contestants and the audience in the great KBC floor make all the difference .. they are so we are .. Truly .. So to them all .. my wishes and prayers .." he wrote on Wednesday. 'Kaun Banega Crorepati" season 17 will premiere on August 11 and will air Monday to Friday at 9 pm on Sony Entertainment Television and stream on SonyLIV. PTI RB RB RB view comments First Published: August 07, 2025, 12:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India Today
4 days ago
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- India Today
New opportunity, challenges: Amitabh Bachchan begins KBC 17 shooting
Amitabh Bachchan has begun filming the 17th season of the iconic quiz show 'Kaun Banega Crorepati'. Sharing an update from the sets on social media, the veteran actor called it a 'new opportunity.' He has been the face of the show since its inception in B shared a post on X that read, 'Reached work; a new day, a new opportunity, new challenges (sic).'advertisementTake a look at the post here: Recently, the new season campaign 'Jahan Akal Hai Wahaan Akad Hai" was released. It celebrates intelligence and 17 of 'Kaun Banega Crorepati' is set to premiere on August 11 this year and will air Monday to Friday at 9 PM on Sony Entertainment Television and SonyLIV. Audiences can look forward to watching everyday individuals test their knowledge, share inspiring stories, and compete for transformative sheer volume of contestants over the years reflects the enduring popularity of 'KBC'. It also highlights how the show has empowered the common man, proving that knowledge and presence of mind can truly transform on the work front, Bachchan was last seen in Rajinikanth's film 'Vettaiyan', which also starred Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, Manju Warrier, and Ritika Singh. The movie hit theatres in October last year. He will next be seen in Ribhu Dasgupta's 'Section 84', alongside Diana Penty and Nimrat Kaur.- EndsMust Watch
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Amitabh Bachchan Begins Shooting For Kaun Banega Crorepati 17, Calls It ‘New Opportunity'
Last Updated: Amitabh Bachchan took to his X handle and shared the update about the show. Season 17 of Kaun Banega Crorepati will begin airing from August 11 this year Amitabh Bachchan has revealed that he has started shooting for iconic quiz show Kaun Banega Crorepati 17th season. Taking to his social media, the legendary actor shared an update from the sets, calling it a 'new opportunity". The actor has been associated with Kaun Banega Crorepati since 2000. Taking to his X handle, Amitabh Bachchan shared the first update about the shoot. ', 'T 5463 – पहुँच गये काम पे ; नया दिन, नया अवसर, नयी चुनौतियाँ प्रणाम (folding hands emoticon)" read his tweet. Recently, the new season campaign 'Jahan Akal Hai Wahaan Akad Hai" was released. It celebrates intelligence and self-pride. The catchy tagline has connected deeply with viewers, and the promotional videos featuring Amitabh Bachchan have created quite a stir on social media. Season 17 of Kaun Banega Crorepati will begin airing from August 11 this year, and will be broadcast Monday to Friday at 9 PM on Sony Entertainment Television and SonyLIV. Viewers can once again tune in to watch ordinary people showcase their intelligence, share their stories, and compete for life-changing prizes. The huge number of contestants over the years is a clear sign of how popular the show remains. It also shows how KBC has inspired the common man, giving people hope that knowledge and quick thinking can bring about real change in their lives. Kaun Banega Crorepati is based on the global format 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?' and first aired in India in 2000. Since then, it has become one of the most loved and respected quiz shows in the country. Legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan has hosted the show for 15 out of 16 seasons, becoming the face of KBC. Only Season 3 was hosted by Shah Rukh Khan. For Big B himself, KBC played a major role in reviving his career at a time when he was facing financial difficulties. With each season, the show continues to evolve, keeping its core theme of knowledge and empowerment intact. KBC has become more than just a game show; it is a platform where dreams, stories, and intelligence come together under the spotlight. Amitabh Bachchan was last seen in Rajinikanth's film Vettaiyan, which also starred Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, Manju Warrier, and Ritika Singh. The movie hit theatres in October last year. Up next, he will be seen in Ribhu Dasgupta's Section 84, alongside Diana Penty and Nimrat Kaur. First Published: August 06, 2025, 16:51 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
4 days ago
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- News18
Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 To Launch With ‘Jahan Akal Hai Wahaan Akad Hai' Campaign
Kaun Banega Crorepati returns with Season 17, bringing fresh excitement and a powerful new campaign. The iconic quiz show Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) has completed 16 successful seasons and over 1,368 episodes, welcoming 2,143 contestants to the famous Hotseat. With Season 17 all set to launch, the excitement among fans is already at an all-time high. The new season brings with it a powerful campaign, 'Jahan Akal Hai Wahaan Akad Hai", which celebrates intelligence and self-pride. The catchy tagline has connected deeply with viewers, and the promotional videos featuring Amitabh Bachchan have created quite a stir on social media. As always, people are eagerly looking forward to testing their knowledge and winning big. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sony Entertainment Television (@sonytvofficial) Season 17 to Premiere on August 11 Season 17 of Kaun Banega Crorepati will begin airing from August 11 this year, and will be broadcast Monday to Friday at 9 PM on Sony Entertainment Television and SonyLIV. Viewers can once again tune in to watch ordinary people showcase their intelligence, share their stories, and compete for life-changing prizes. The huge number of contestants over the years is a clear sign of how popular the show remains. It also shows how KBC has inspired the common man, giving people hope that knowledge and quick thinking can bring about real change in their lives. A Show That Changed Television Kaun Banega Crorepati is based on the global format 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?' and first aired in India in 2000. Since then, it has become one of the most loved and respected quiz shows in the country. Legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan has hosted the show for 15 out of 16 seasons, becoming the face of KBC. Only Season 3 was hosted by Shah Rukh Khan. For Big B himself, KBC played a major role in reviving his career at a time when he was facing financial difficulties. With each season, the show continues to evolve, keeping its core theme of knowledge and empowerment intact. KBC has become more than just a game show; it is a platform where dreams, stories, and intelligence come together under the spotlight. Big B's Recent and Upcoming Projects Amitabh Bachchan was last seen in Rajinikanth's film Vettaiyan, which also starred Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, Manju Warrier, and Ritika Singh. The movie hit theatres in October last year. Up next, he will be seen in Ribhu Dasgupta's Section 84, alongside Diana Penty and Nimrat Kaur. view comments First Published: August 06, 2025, 15:09 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
