The veteran actor of Hindi cinema, Amitabh Bachchan, maintains a formidable presence on both the big and small screens. Despite being in his 80s, he remains fully active in the entertainment world, consistently winning the hearts of audiences with his work and personality.
Kaun Banega Crorepati 17: One of India's most talked about and prestigious reality shows, 'Kaun Banega Crorepati' (KBC), is once again set to return to audiences. The 17th season of the show (KBC 17) will soon be on air, and as always, the host will be none other than the megastar of the century, Amitabh Bachchan.
Amitabh Bachchan's Powerful Return in KBC 17
Amitabh Bachchan has graced the KBC chair with his magnificent voice and powerful personality for the past two decades. Except for the third season, which was hosted by Shah Rukh Khan, viewers have always wanted to see him associated with the show. Now, in season 17, he will appear before the audience in his usual style.
Amitabh Bachchan's Fee Creates a Stir
This time, the most discussion is revolving around Amitabh Bachchan's fee. According to media reports, Amitabh Bachchan is charging around ₹5 crore per episode for this season of KBC. That means if there are 5 episodes a week, he will earn ₹25 crore in just one week. If the show runs for about three months (approximately 12 weeks), then Bachchan's total earnings could reach around ₹300 crore.
However, there has been no official confirmation regarding this fee from Sony TV or Amitabh Bachchan, but these figures are being widely discussed in the industry. It is also being said that Amitabh Bachchan has become one of the most expensive hosts on Indian television at this time.
Why is KBC So Popular?
Kaun Banega Crorepati is not just a game show but has become a show connected to emotions. Connecting the dreams of ordinary people with crores of questions, this show is connected to the audience of every class in India. Amitabh Bachchan's dignified style, the way of presenting questions, and his connection with the contestants are the biggest strengths of this show.
The official announcement of the 17th season of KBC has already been made. Sumbul Touqeer was seen in the recently released promo, which has further increased the curiosity about the show.
- Broadcast Date: August 11, 2025
- Channel: Sony TV
- Time: Monday to Friday, 9 PM
- OTT Platform: Sony Liv
Currently, discussions are also intensifying regarding the show's registration process. Thousands of people dream of participating in this show every year, and registrations have begun for it. Despite crossing the age of 80, Amitabh Bachchan is still working with the same activity in the world of films and television. His fans like him very much in every role, but when he sits on the KBC chair, his personality looks even more powerful.
