- By Swati Singh
- Fri, 18 Jul 2025 05:44 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Amitabh Bachchan is set to return with the 17th season of Kaun Banega Crorepati, a show he's been hosting since 2000, with the exception of Season 3, which was hosted by Shah Rukh Khan. According to a report by Siasat.com, Big B has become the highest-paid TV show host, charging Rs 5 crore per episode for KBC 17. With the show airing five times a week, his weekly paycheck is estimated to be a staggering Rs 25 crore.
Amitabh Bachchan surpasses Salman Khan as highest-paid TV show host
Amitabh Bachchan has solidified his position as the highest-paid TV host in India with his lucrative deal for Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 17. According to recent reports, Big B is set to earn a staggering Rs 5 crore per episode, with the show airing five times a week, which translates to a whopping Rs 25 crore per week. This impressive figure surpasses Salman Khan's reported earnings of Rs 12 crore per Weekend Ka Vaar episode for Bigg Boss OTT 2, which amounted to approximately Rs 24 crore per week.
Notably, while Salman's weekly earnings are close, it's worth mentioning that he only shoots for two days a week for the show, making Amitabh Bachchan's consistent five-day schedule a significant factor in his higher weekly earnings.
About KBC 17: Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 17 will premiere on August 11, Mon–Fri at 9 PM on Sony Entertainment Television. For the OTT audience, Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 17 will stream on SonyLIV. The channel's social media handle has unveiled the new campaign for Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) Season 17, highlighting the spirit of today’s India.
Titled ‘Jahaan Akal Hai, Wahaan Akad Hai’, the campaign puts the spotlight firmly on how knowledge is empowering India, fuelling common man’s ambitions, instilling confidence and driving a bold ‘Can Do’ attitude.