Aug 08, 2026 1:00pm IST
‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’ 18 New Promo: Amitabh Bachchan Returns As Host In A Cinematic, Stylish And Mysterious Avatar
Amitabh Bachchan is returning as the beloved host for the 18th edition of "Kaun Banega Crorepati" (KBC), as the quiz show is set to premiere on August 10. The makers unveiled a new promo that marks a departure from the show's traditionally warm and family-oriented tone. The new visuals add a stylish, cinematic, and mysterious tone, which complements the tagline “Iss Baar Sochna Padega” (This time, you’ll have to think).
The playful twist has garnered curiosity, as the promo hints that this time the contestants will face tougher questions, thus making the show more intriguing.
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The 83-year-old actor recently revealed that he pulled off a 24-hour shift while shooting the show, beginning at 7 am and wrapping up at 7 am the next morning.
Taking to his blog, he wrote, “Finished work at 7 am this morning, of work that began at 7 am yesterday. But the importance of its presentation and its timely work was necessary, so I did it.” Revealing the urgency of this hectic schedule, he joked that missing it would have meant losing his job. “The first broadcast date for KBC is announced, and missing that would mean a job replacement for me. So off to do what needs to be done.”
The legendary star shared that he was relieved to reconnect to blogging activity after this schedule. “The first broadcast date for KBC is announced, and missing that would mean a job replacement for me. So off to do what needs to be done,” said Big B.
KBC 18 premieres on August 10 at 9 pm on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV.
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