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Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
KBC 17: How much money did officers Sofiya Qureshi, Vyomika Singh, Prerna Deosthalee win in Independence Day show
Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 episode 5 featured three women officers from defence forces, Sophia Qureshi, Vyomika Singh , and Commander Prerna Deosthalee, as part of the special Independence Day telecast. KBC host Amitabh Bachchan welcomed India's brave women officers as they graced the hot seat. During the show, this mesmerizing trio also shared behind-the-scenes information from Operation Sindoor, which was India's retaliatory attack on terrorists after the Pahalgam attack in April. Indian defence officers Sofiya Qureshi, Vyomika Singh and Prerna Deosthalee at KBC 17 KBC 17 Independence Day episode In episode 5, we saw India's brave female officers Colonel Sophia Qureshi (Indian Army), Wing Commander Vyomika Singh (Indian Air Force), and Commander Prerna Deosthalee (Indian Navy). After an inspirational introduction about themselves, this trio sat on the hot seat to play the game. Since this was a special episode, the winning money or cash prize was donated to the three charity organizations supported by their respective branches. Viewers also got a chance to hear tales of bravery, wisdom, and sacrifices as the three Indian Armed Forces teamed up to fight the enemies. There were also some unseen clips that were played during the game show to give you insights into the battleground. A few Kashmiri people, who helped the victims of the Pahalgam Terror Attack, came forward to share their stories and how they wish to fight back against terrorists. They also urged the tourists to visit Kashmir. Officers Sofiya Qureshi, Vyomika Singh, and Prerna Deosthalee played quite well. But they're stuck at a question that would win them 25 lakh rupees. Can you guess the right answer? The question was… Q. "The 'Arch of Remembrance' in Leicester, England, was designed by the same person who also designed which of these Indian monuments?" The options were: A) Victoria Memorial, B) Gateway of India, C) Fort St. George, D) India Gate The trio was a bit puzzled by two options, and hence they used their revived lifeline of Audience Poll to select the correct option. The most number of votes went for option D, and hence the contestants went for it. The correct answer, which was option D (India Gate), won them 25 lakh rupees. Although they still had two lifelines and a lot of potential to win more, the time's up buzzer made this amazing trio quit the game at 25 lakh. Where to watch KBC 17? Kaun Banega Crorepati, aka KBC, is among the longest-running game shows in India. Whether it is Amitabh Bachchan's hosting style or the thrilling questions, this quiz show has a special place in our hearts. Kaun Banega Crorepati is currently running its seventeenth season and kickstarted KBC 17 on August 11. Amitabh Bachchan returns as the iconic host for this popular quiz show. You can watch it from Monday to Friday at 9 p.m. onwards on Sony TV and also stream KBC 17 live on SonyLIV via OTTplay Premium. So get ready to widen your horizon for wisdom and wit.
Time of India
3 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Who is Prerna Deosthalee? The naval officer from Mumbai commanding INS Trinkat, now on KBC 17 Independence Day special episode
The Independence Day Special of Kaun Banega Crorepati season 17, which went live at 9 PM today, brought together three decorated women officers of the Indian Armed Forces to share details of Operation Sindoor, a swift counterterror mission executed after the Pahalgam attack. Among them is Commander Prerna Deosthalee of the Indian Navy, known for becoming the first woman to command an Indian Naval warship. Early life and education Commander Prerna Deosthalee was born in Mumbai. She completed her schooling at the Convent of Jesus and Mary and later earned a postgraduate degree in psychology from St. Xavier's College, Mumbai. Her academic background has contributed to her skills in human behavior understanding and crisis management qualities essential in naval service. Career in the Indian Navy Commissioned into the Indian Navy in 2009 as an Observer in the aviation branch, Deosthalee built her career through a series of firsts. She became the first female Observer on the TU-142 maritime reconnaissance aircraft and has flown critical missions on the P-8I aircraft. In 2020, she received her permanent commission. In December 2023, on Navy Day, she made history by taking command of the Waterjet FAC INS Trinkat under the Navy's Western Fleet. She received her appointment letter from Western Fleet Commander Rear Admiral Praveen Nair. Notably, this milestone coincided with her brother, Commander Ishan Deosthalee, taking command of INS Vibhuti — marking the first time in Indian naval history that siblings commanded warships simultaneously. This 15th August, KBC Hosts Colonel Sofiya Qureshi, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh & Commander Prerna Deosthalee in its Independence Day Maha Utsav Special EpisodeDekhiye Kaun Banega Crorepati ka Independence Day Maha Utsav special episode15th August raat 9 baje #SonyLIV par. Appearance on KBC Independence Day special On the KBC Independence Day Special hosted by Amitabh Bachchan, Commander Deosthalee appeared alongside Colonel Sofiya Qureshi of the Indian Army and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh of the Indian Air Force. Together, they recounted behind-the-scenes aspects of Operation Sindoor, the mission that dismantled terror infrastructure within minutes. Commander Prerna Deosthalee's journey from Mumbai to commanding an Indian Naval warship stands as a milestone in Indian defence history. Her presence on KBC's Independence Day Special offered viewers a rare insight into both her personal career path and her role in a significant military operation. To stay updated on the stories that are going viral follow Indiatimes Trending.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Who is Prerna Deosthalee, Indian Navy officer appeared on Amitabh Bachchan's KBC episode?
The Independence Day special episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati season 17 is set to air on Friday night. The episode will offer viewers a rare glimpse into the planning and execution of Operation Sindoor – India's counterterror mission launched in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. Commander Prerna Deosthalee is a serving officer in the Indian Navy. (Instagram/ssbcrackexams) The Independence Day special episode of KBC season 17 is set to air at 9pm. The special episode, hosted by Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan, will see three decorated women officers of the Indian Armed Forces – Colonel Sofiya Qureshi of the Indian Army, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh of the Indian Air Force, and Commander Prerna Deosthalee of the Indian Navy. Also Read | Sofia Qureshi, Vyomika Singh reveal how India checkmated Pakistan with Op Sindoor The three officers will share the inside story behind the operation that rattled Pakistan's terror infrastructure in just 22 minutes. Who is Prerna Deosthalee? Commander Prerna Deosthalee is a serving officer in the Indian Navy. According to reports, she was commissioned into the Indian Navy in 2009 and got her permanent commission in 2020. According to a CNBCTV18 report, Deosthalee was born in Mumbai and has a postgraduate degree in psychology from St. Xavier's College. Also Read | 'Fought for Rani Lakshmi Bai': Colonel Sofiya Qureshi on her family history at KBC She has also served as the First Lieutenant on the warship INS Chennai.
