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Amitabh Bachchan returns to host Kaun Banega Crorepati 13
NEW DELHI: At a time when the nation is reeling under the pall of the Covid2019 pandemic, TV audiences have been offered a ray of hope with the announcement of a new season of Kaun Banega Crorepati. The game show is one of the most popular programmes ever broadcasted on Indian television. One reason for the show’s enduring appeal is superstar Amitabh Bachchan’s warm and engaging anchorship. Now, Big B is all set to return as host of 13th season of KBC.
The makers of the show, Sony TV Entertainment broke the news by posting a teaser on their Instagram page. In the video, Amitabh Bachchan can be seen in his full swag, as he informs us that registrations for KBC will begin on 10 May. He also shares that he and the hot seat are waiting for people, and that they too should gear up for the show now.
In another promotional video, the iconic actor can be seen watching out for a contestant who will sit opposite him on the hot seat.
It was in 2000 that Kaun Banega Crorepati had its pilot season with Amitabh Bachchan in the role of the host. The third season of the show was presented by Shah Rukh Khan, while the remaining 11 seasons were hosted by Bachchan.
During the filming of the 12th season of KBC, Amitabh Bachchan was diagnosed with Covid. After recovering, Bachchan completed the shoot while adhering to all safety protocols.
MUMBAI: Lights, camera… connection because this time, the game isn’t just about winning, it’s about who’s with you. Sony Pictures Networks India is gearing up to launch a new reality game show, Tum Ho Naa, expanding its unscripted slate with a format that promises both emotion and engagement.
The show will premiere soon on Sony Entertainment Television and stream on Sony LIV, with Rajeev Khandelwal stepping in as host. Known for his measured screen presence and selective choices, Khandelwal’s return to television adds a layer of familiarity and credibility to the upcoming format.
While specific details of the gameplay remain under wraps, the positioning suggests a reality format that leans as much on emotional resonance as it does on competition, an increasingly popular blend in Indian television, where audiences are gravitating towards content that offers both stakes and storytelling.
Khandelwal, reflecting on his return, noted that his choices have often been guided by instinct rather than convention, describing Tum Ho Naa as a project that feels “close to the heart”. His association also signals Sony’s continued focus on anchoring new formats with recognisable faces who bring both relatability and depth.
The launch comes at a time when broadcasters are doubling down on original non-fiction formats to drive appointment viewing, even as digital platforms expand parallel reach. By placing the show across both linear television and OTT, Sony appears to be aiming for a dual-audience strategy capturing traditional viewers while engaging digital-first consumers.
As the countdown to premiere begins, Tum Ho Naa positions itself not just as another game show, but as a reminder that sometimes, the biggest prize on screen isn’t the jackpot, it’s the journey shared along the way.
