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India.com
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Salman Khan replacing Amitabh Bachchan as host of Kaun Banega Crorepati 17? Know truth here
Kaun Banega Crorepati began in 2000, and since then, Amitabh Bachchan has been the face of the show. Except for one season, he has consistently hosted it. His powerful voice and distinctive style of asking questions are widely appreciated by the audience. Fans are emotionally attached to the show, and watching Big B on this stage is a unique experience. However, reports suggest that Bachchan may step down from the host's chair due to personal reasons, and superstar Salman Khan might replace him. A source claimed to Bollywood Hungama portal that Salman Khan has already begun talks with the makers of the quiz show. If both parties reach an agreement, he could soon be announced as the new host of Kaun Banega Crorepati 17. The source said, 'Salman Khan is the king of the small screen, and the best face to replace Amitabh Bachchan is him, as he also has a strong connection with audiences in smaller centres. Shah Rukh Khan has also hosted KBC, and if everything goes well, Salman will be the newest to take television screens by storm.' Now, to put end to these rumours, a close source associated with Sony TV has said that this news is completely false and baseless. Talking to India Today, a source from Sony TV clarified that there has been no discussion about any change in the show's host as of now. He said, 'It is very strange that such rumours are flying. The truth is that there is no question of removing Big B from the show.' According to sources, preparations are underway for the promo shoot for ' KBC Season 17′ and Amitabh Bachchan will be seen in it too. The channel has also included him in the poster and promo video. The shooting of the show will begin from July and it will be telecast on television in the first week of August.
Pink Villa
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Kaun Banega Crorepati 17: Will Salman Khan replace Amitabh Bachchan? Here's what we know
Kaun Banega Crorepati is India's popular quiz-based reality show that audiences look forward to. Amitabh Bachchan's association with the show has been for many years now. The makers are now gearing up for the 17th season of the show, and the registration for the same has begun. However, amidst this, the recent buzz suggested that Salman Khan has been in advanced talks for hosting Kaun Banega Crorepati 17. But today, a new report rubbished these rumors. After various reports claimed that Salman Khan will be replacing Amitabh Bachchan as the host for Kaun Banega Crorepati 17, India Today reported that this news is not true. According to this portal's sources, Big B is not getting replaced with Salman in Kaun Banega Crorepati 17. This has put end to an speculation about Amitabh Bachchan's exit from the show. For the uninformed, it was earlier reported that Salman Khan will be the new host of the hit quiz-based reality show Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 and the negotiations for the finances are going on in full swing. It was also said that Big B is stepping away from the show due to personal reasons. Reportedly, the new season is slated to go on floors in July. Kaun Banega Crorepati will reportedly air from August first week. As Amitabh Bachchan is now a confirmed part of Kaun Banega Crorepati 17, fans can't wait for the new season's premiere. Big B has already shot a few promos of the show which have gone on air a few days back. The registration for the show has begun. The announcement of Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 was made on April 4, featuring megastar Amitabh Bachchan. Meanwhile, Pinkvilla recently reported that Bigg Boss Season 19 is happening and will be produced by Endemol Shine India. For this, Salman will shoot for the promo at the end of June and the new season is expected to air in July.
News18
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Salman Khan Will Not 'Replace' Amitabh Bachchan In KBC 17: 'It Is Bizarre That...'
Last Updated: Despite reports, Salman Khan is not replacing Amitabh Bachchan as KBC 17 host, says Sony source. Big B is still shooting promos for the new season. Amid buzz that Salman Khan might take over as host of Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 17, a source close to Sony TV has shut down the speculation, calling it 'bizarre." Several reports, including one by Bollywood Hungama, had earlier suggested that Salman was in 'advanced talks" with the channel and could potentially replace Amitabh Bachchan on the long-running quiz show. The rumours gained traction after claims surfaced that Big B may step back from hosting duties due to 'personal reasons." One insider quoted in a report even said, '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." However, a fresh report by India Today dismissed the possibility, clarifying that no such replacement is in the works. 'It is bizarre that such news reports are coming in. There is no way Big B would be replaced on the show," a source close to Sony TV told the publication. In fact, Amitabh Bachchan has already featured in announcement posters and teaser videos for KBC 17, and is expected to shoot full-fledged promos in the coming weeks. The new season is scheduled to go on floors in July, with a premiere planned for the first week of August. Meanwhile, Salman Khan is reportedly gearing up to return as the host of Bigg Boss 19. According to reports, the actor will shoot the first promotional video for the upcoming season by the end of June, with a tentative launch window in late July. Sony TV had officially announced Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 on April 4 with a quirky promo featuring Amitabh Bachchan. In the video, Big B played a patient with a stomach ache, only to reveal that the excitement was due to the show's return. He also encouraged fans to register for the new season via Sony LIV, SMS, or IVR. Amitabh Bachchan has hosted KBC since its launch in 2000, except for Season 3, which featured Shah Rukh Khan. First Published:
Pink Villa
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
REPORT: Salman Khan, not Amitabh Bachchan, to host Kaun Banega Crorepati
Amitabh Bachchan's association with Kaun Banega Crorepati has been for more than a decade now. The show has been hosted by the megastar for many years now, and the anticipation for the new season has been at its peak. Amidst this buzz, a new update has been doing the rounds now. As per the latest reports, not Amitabh Bachchan but Salman Khan is in talks to host Kaun Banega Crorepati's new season. According to Bollywood Hungama report, Salman Khan is in advanced talks to replace Amitabh Bachchan as the host of Kaun Banega Crorepati. While Salman Khan has been the host of Bigg Boss for years now, he will now be seen hosting Kaun Banega Crorepati if things go well. A source informed the publication that Salman is the best face to replace Big B, as he has a strong connection with the audience like the megastar. The source also shared with the portal that, like earlier, Shah Rukh Khan hosted Kaun Banega Crorepati's few seasons and if things go well, Salman will be the new host of the hit quiz-based reality show Kaun Banega Crorepati 17. The report also suggests that the negotiations for the finances are going on in full swing. It is said that Amitabh Bachchan will be stepping back from Kaun Banega Crorepati due to personal reasons. Speaking about Salman Khan, Pinkvilla recently reported that Bigg Boss Season 19 is happening and will be produced by Endemol Shine India. And Salman will shoot for the promo of the controversial reality show promo in at the end of June. The new season is expected to premiere around late July. Meanwhile, the registration for Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 has begun. The announcement of Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 was made on April 4, featuring megastar Amitabh Bachchan. However, no official confirmation of whether Big B is hosting the upcoming season or not has yet been made.
News18
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Amitabh Bachchan QUITS Kaun Banega Crorepati, Salman Khan Is The New Host?
Last Updated: Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 Host: Amitabh Bachchan has been the host of KBC since its inception in 2000, except for the third season, which was hosted by Shah Rukh Khan. Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 Host: In a shocking twist, it has been reported that Salman Khan is likely to replace Amitabh Bachchan as the host of Kaun Banega Crorepati. If a recent report by Bollywood Hungama is to be believed, the 'Bhaijaan' of Bollywood is in advanced talks with the makers of KBC and if everything goes well, he will take over hosting duties from Big B from season 17. 'Salman Khan is the king of the small screen, and the best face to replace Amitabh Bachchan is him, as he also has a strong connect with the audience in the smaller centres. Earlier, Shah Rukh Khan has also hosted KBC, and if everything goes well, Salman will be the newest to take the television sets by storm," a source cited by the entertainment portal claimed. The insider further claimed that Amitabh Bachchan is likely to quit KBC due to 'personal reasons". '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," the source added. News18 Showsha tried to reach out to Sony TV team for a clarification but they remained unavailable for a comment. Interestingly, 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. Although the exact premiere date has not been disclosed yet, KBC 17 is expected to air in August. For the unversed, Amitabh Bachchan has been the host of KBC since its inception in 2000, except for the third season, which was hosted by Shah Rukh Khan. If Salman Khan replaces Big B, it would be interesting to see if the audience will be able to accept him as the new host of the quiz show. First Published:
