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Star Plus to premiere KBC 2 Entry Questions on June 6th
MUMBAI: Kaun Banega Crorepati 2 (KBC 2) thats makes its comeback on Star Plus on 5 August has opened its phone lines for aspiring participants. The entry question will air on Star Plus from 6 June onwards.
Viewers can call either using a MTNL/BSNL landline or an Airtel mobile connection only.
Entry mechanism
Starting 6 June at 9 pm there will be one entry question per day which will be flashed only on Star Plus. This question will be flashed till 5 pm. on the next day. There will be four answer options along with this question.
Viewers using a MTNL/BSNL landline will have to choose one correct option from the four options and dial the number 1904-424-7827 followed by their option number (01 or 02 or 03 or 04). There will be one new question on Star Plus every day till 19 June.
Each day’s question is valid for one episode only. The viewers can answer the question starting 9 pm. till 5 pm the next day. Airtel mobile users can also participate via SMS.
Brands
Hyundai Venue crosses 1 lakh bookings, adds HX8 Diesel AT variant
New top-spec automatic diesel trim brings ventilated seats, OTA updates and paddle shifters.
MUMBAI: Hyundai Venue just hit the jackpot and upgraded the prize because when you cross 1 lakh bookings, you don’t just celebrate, you throw in paddle shifters and ventilated seats for the ride. Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) announced that the all-new Hyundai Venue has achieved 1 lakh bookings, cementing its strong position in the compact SUV segment. To mark the milestone and further enhance customer choice, the company introduced the new HX8 Diesel Automatic (AT) variant.
The HX8 Diesel AT is powered by the proven U2 1.5L CRDi diesel engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. It adds a host of premium comfort, safety and convenience features, including:
- Ventilated front seats
- Dual-tone leatherette seats with VENUE branding
- Electric 4-way driver seat adjust
- Controller Over-the-Air (OTA) updates
- Hyundai Bluelink connected car technology
- Electric parking brake with auto hold
- Rear disc brakes
- Ambient lighting on crash pad and central console
- Drive mode select (Eco, Normal, Sport)
- Traction control modes (Sand, Mud, Snow)
- Paddle shifters
HMIL, managing director & CEO Tarun Garg said, “We are delighted that the new Hyundai Venue has crossed 1 lakh bookings, reaffirming the strong trust Indian customers place in our brand. The introduction of the new HX8 Diesel Automatic variant further strengthens the Venue lineup, offering customers the perfect blend of diesel efficiency, torque-rich performance and effortless convenience.”
Backed by Hyundai’s extensive sales and service network, the Venue continues to appeal to buyers seeking a feature-rich, comfortable and future-ready compact SUV. The new variant reinforces HMIL’s focus on delivering advanced technology, safety, comfort and value while adapting to evolving customer preferences.
In a segment where bookings are the real horsepower, Hyundai isn’t just counting milestones, it’s handing drivers an automatic upgrade that makes every journey feel like the victory lap.
