Cinema VinesBollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan, the charismatic host of Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 18, is once again the focus of viewers’ laughter after a recent episode revealed a surprisingly personal anecdote from a contestant. The show, which premiered on August 10 and airs weekdays at 9 pm on Sony Entertainment Television and SonyLIV, is known for its mix of high‑stakes questions and heartfelt stories, and this episode was no exception.
During the broadcast, contestant Kritagya Nayyar opened up about his journey to IIT, explaining how his family’s academic background and a chance visit to his sister’s college sparked his ambition. He recounted that he first saw the boys’ hostel of IIT Roorkee in eighth grade, fell in love with the campus, and then committed to coaching from ninth to twelfth grade. “I knew I wanted to do engineering because my father and my sisters were engineers, but what after engineering, I thought I would decide after going to IIT,” Nayyar said. He added that IIT not only shaped his personality but also secured him a stable career and, notably, his wife, whom he met during his time at the university.
Bachchan, always quick to blend humor with empathy, teased the contestant about the surprising claim. “So that is why you went to IIT,” he quipped, prompting laughter from the audience. The host’s playful banter highlights his dual role: posing challenging questions while also listening to contestants’ life stories and offering light‑hearted commentary.
In a separate reflection on his hosting duties, Bachchan shared on his personal Tumblr account that some contestants arrive with deeply moving narratives that can be hard to manage while keeping the show’s energy. He noted, “Some contestants come with such grave personal stories that it becomes difficult to conduct not just our feelings for them but also to continue hosting the show. I shall not indulge more because it would take away some elements from the understanding that a host gives to the Channel... but it has been a heart‑breaking experience.”
Season 18 of Kaun Banega Crorepati explores the idea that in an era of ubiquitous knowledge, the real competitive edge lies in the ability to interpret, connect, and apply that knowledge. With hosts like Bachchan and contestants sharing their personal journeys, the show continues to blend intellectual challenge with human interest, keeping audiences engaged week after week.
