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India.com
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Amitabh Bachchan vs Salman Khan: Who is richer? The answer will shock you, their net worth is...
Amitabh Bachchan is all set to return with Kaun Banega Crorepati 17, and this time, he's making headlines not just for hosting but for his massive paycheck. With reports claiming he's earning per episode, Big B has become the highest-paid TV host in India. The quiz show, known for its iconic theme and legendary host, premieres on August 11, and excitement is already sky-high. This marks yet another chapter in Bachchan's long-standing association with the show. But this time, it's not just the format that's making headlines; it's the price tag. How much is Amitabh Bachchan earning? According to Amitabh Bachchan is reportedly charging a whopping Rs 5 crore per episode for KBC 17. Since the show airs five times a week, that's an estimated Rs 25 crore per week, making him the highest-paid TV host in India. Is he earning more than Salman Khan? In terms of TV hosting fees, absolutely. Salman Khan, who reportedly charges around Rs 25 crore per weekend for Bigg Boss, has been overtaken by Big B's per-week rate. However, net worth is a different game altogether. As per media reports, Salman Khan's total net worth stands at Rs 2,900 crore, while Amitabh Bachchan's is around Rs 1,600 crore. So while the Sholay star may be winning on TV, the Sultan still leads in overall wealth. Earlier this year, Bollywood Hungama reported that Amitabh might skip this season due to personal reasons. But those reports were soon debunked when Sony TV released the first promo on April 4, announcing that registrations were open.
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Ahaan Panday, Aneet Are Brilliant In Debut Film Saiyaara; Amitabh Bachchan Becomes Highest Paid TV Host
From Ahaan Panday and Aneet's debut film Saiyaara to Amitabh Bachchan highest paid TV host, check updates here: Mohit Suri's Saiyaara, which marks the Bollywood debut of Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, is just hours away from hitting theatres and the first review is already creating waves. Singer Palak Muchhal, who attended a special screening of the film, has called it 'pure magic" and praised the debutants for their raw and real performances. Amitabh Bachchan is soon coming back with the 17th season of his hit quiz show, Kaun Banega Crorepati. The Bollywood superstar has been hosting the show since its inception in 2000, except for the third season, which was hosted by Shah Rukh Khan. However, with this 17th season, Big B has also become the highest-paid TV show host. For more updates: Amitabh Bachchan Becomes Highest Paid TV Host With KBC 17; Per Episode Fees Revealed Kay Kay Menon is back as Himmat Singh in Special Ops 2, a RAW agent who has only one motive – eliminate India's enemies. While the first season of the show revolved around Menon and his team on a mission to end a 19-year-long manhunt of a terror mastermind, the second season takes a completely different turn. This time, the fight involves Artificial Intelligence – AI. Stree 2 star Rajkummar Rao and his wife Patralekhaa are all set to embrace parenthood soon. The couple is expecting their first child, and they announced the delightful news with fans on social media last week. Recently, the parents-to-be also enjoyed a relaxing babymoon in New Zealand. Pictures from their getaway have now gone viral on social media! The couple was seen sharing a passionate kiss while enjoying a relaxing moment together in the pool. For more updates: Rajkummar Rao, Patralekhaa Share Romantic Kiss During Babymoon In New Zealand | Viral PICS Actress Sonalika Joshi needs no introduction. She has been playing the role of Madhvi Bhide in the popular show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah for 17 years now. While the show has made her a household name, not many people know that she was once bashed brutally for one of her photoshoots. First Published: July 18, 2025, 21:59 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.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
KBC 17: Amitabh Bachchan becomes India's highest-paid TV host, reportedly charging ₹5 crore per episode?
Legendary Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan is set to make a comeback with the new season of Kaun Banega Crorepati. New promos of the quiz-based reality show are already out, and fans are excited to watch the show. According to a report by Big B has now become the highest-paid TV host, reportedly earning a whopping pay cheque of ₹5 crore per episode, making his weekly pay cheque around ₹25 crore. The quiz-based show Kaun Banega Crorepati is all set to raise its curtains for the 17th season this year. Season 17 will premiere on 11 August 2025. While Salman Khan also reportedly charges ₹5 crore per episode, his weekly pay cheque comes to ₹10 crore, as the host appears on the show only on weekends. By charging around ₹5 crore per episode, Big B has become the highest-paid television host in the Indian television industry. Fans have reacted to the news of KBC 17's return and expressed their excitement. The promos of the upcoming show are out and reveal a lot of adventure and excitement. In an official promo for KBC 17, Amitabh Bachchan adopts the persona of Vijay from Agneepath, delivering the powerful line: 'Jahan akal hai, wahan akad hai.' In another promo, TV actress Sumbul Touqeer Khan, playing the character of a restaurant manager, is seen impressing Big B with her knowledge.
News18
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Amitabh Bachchan Becomes Highest Paid TV Host With KBC 17; Per Episode Fees Revealed
Last Updated: Sony TV announced Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 through a promo video featuring Amitabh Bachchan on April 4. The show will premiere on August 11. Amitabh Bachchan is soon coming back with the 17th season of his hit quiz show, Kaun Banega Crorepati. The Bollywood superstar has been hosting the show since its inception in 2000, except for the third season, which was hosted by Shah Rukh Khan. However, with this 17th season, Big B has also become the highest-paid TV show host. If a report by is to be believed, Amitabh Bachchan is charging Rs 5 crore per episode for KBC 17. Since the show airs five times a week, this means that the actor's weekly paycheck touches a whopping Rs 25 crore. With this, Amitabh Bachchan has become the highest-paid TV host in India, beating Salman Khan. The latter was reportedly paid Rs 12 crore per Weekend Ka Vaar episode during Bigg Boss OTT 2, which roughly came up to Rs 24 crore a week. However, it should also be noted that Salman only shoots for two days per week for Bigg Boss. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sony Entertainment Television (@sonytvofficial) Sony TV announced Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 through a promo video featuring Amitabh Bachchan on April 4. In the promo, Amitabh portrayed a patient with a stomachache, hinting at the show's return. He revealed that registrations for KBC 17 were open and encouraged fans to register via the Sony LIV app, SMS, or IVR calls. In May this year, Bollywood Hungama reported that Amitabh Bachchan was quitting KBC due to 'personal reasons". The portal claimed that Salman Khan was in advanced talks with the makers of KBC and would take over hosting duties from Big B from season 17. 'Get ready to tune into Sony as Salman Khan might host the biggest and most popular quiz show of India as Amitabh Bachchan will be stepping back from KBC due to personal reasons," a source cited by the entertainment portal claimed. However, the report turned out to be false. KBC 17 will premiere on August 11, 2025. First Published: July 18, 2025, 07:46 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.
Khaleej Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
Abhishek Bachchan calls dad Amitabh "boss" as he's excited about new season of 'KBC'
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan is gearing up for the new season of his popular game show Kaun Banega Crorepati. The makers recently shared an interesting promo for the show's 17th season. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sony Entertainment Television (@sonytvofficial) Amitabh and actor Abhishek reshared the promo and expressed excitement about the show. "Boss!! He's back," Junior B captioned the post. The new season of KBC will kickstart from August 11 on Sony TV. The show recently completed 25 years. The show first aired on July 3, 2000, and quickly became one of India's most popular TV programs. Marking this special occasion, Amitabh, who has been the face of the show since its beginning, shared an emotional message. Bachchan also took to his blog to speak about how the day began like any other, and he had no idea it was such a big milestone until the team informed him. "On July 3, 2000. the very first broadcast of KBC took place. goodness 25 years. just went by. Kuch pata hi nahi chala, aur 25 varsh, saal guzar gaye (Didn't even realise, and 25 years just went by), read his blog post. KBC started as the Indian version of the British show Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? It was also Amitabh Bachchan's first TV appearance and gave new life to his career. Over the years, KBC became more than just a quiz show. With touching stories from contestants and Bachchan's famous line "lock kiya jaye," the show became a part of people's lives. (ANI)
