• By Ridhi Suri
  • Tue, 13 Aug 2024 08:08 AM (IST)
  • Source:JND
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Kaun Banega Crorepati 16: The new season of the popular quiz show was out on August 12, 2024, on Sony TV and SonyLiv. Registration for this season began in April 2024. As the show returned, fans are excited to experience the thrill once again. The host-megastar Amitabh Bachchan had given an emotional goodbye to Kaun Banega Crorepati last year. However, due to overwhelming popular demand, the he is back to host the show. The 16th season of KBC premiered on Monday at 9 pm on Sony Entertainment Television.

Kaun Banega Crorepati 16 Episode 1 aired on Sony Entertainment Television, marking the long-awaited return of the quiz show that has captivated audiences since its official announcement. As Amitabh Bachchan made his customary dash to the KBC set at the beginning of the episode, the studio audience erupted into enthusiastic applause for the iconic host. Following this, Amitabh said, "Today signifies the beginning of a new season. However, I find myself at a loss for words, as no word can truly express my gratitude for your affection."

"I can't come up with the words to thank you for your prayers which gave a new life to Kaun Banega Crorepati, which illuminated this stage again, and which reunited a family and allowed me to be present among you. I salute this country's people for the resurrection, rebuilding, and rebirth of KBC (greets the camera with a namaste). This stage is yours, this game is yours, and this season is only yours. To respect your love, I'll be present before you with twice the effort. And I believe you'll keep reassuring me by holding my hand," Amitabh added, emotionally.

About KBC 16

This season introduces a new feature called 'Dugnaastra,' which allows contestants to double their prize money after answering a 'super sawaal' correctly. The twist is that they will not have any answer options to choose from for this question. In the debut episode of KBC 16, contestant Utkarsh Baxi triumphed in the Fastest Finger First round, earning his spot in the hot seat. Although he progressed to the ₹25,00,000 stage, he was unable to answer the high-value question and ended up taking home ₹3,20,000.

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