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Amitabh Bachchan calls Shah Rukh Khan’s Swades performance ‘absolutely outstanding’ on Kaun Banega Crorepati 18

Amitabh Bachchan calls Shah Rukh Khan’s Swades performance ‘absolutely outstanding’ on Kaun Banega Crorepati 18

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Amitabh Bachchan is back with the new season of Kaun Banega Crorepati, and the latest episode brought with it a warm moment for Shah Rukh Khan fans. While explaining a question about some of SRK’s most memorable roles, the veteran actor took a moment to praise his performance in Swades, calling it one of the actor’s finest. Amitabh Bachchan praises Shah Rukh Khan’s Swades performance on KBC 18. Amitabh Bachchan praises SRK’s performance The question was asked during the second episode of the 18th season of Kaun Banega Crorepati when the participant Bablu Kumar Pandit was asked to identify the actor who has played a NASA scientist, Indian Air Force pilot and coach of the Indian women’s hockey team in Hindi movies. In the correct answer, he named Shah Rukh Khan. After confirming the answer, Amitabh spoke about Shah Rukh Khan’s performances across these films and specifically highlighted Swades. He said, “Swades, unki joh picture thi mera aisa manna hai ki joh abhinay unhone Swades mein kia na, woh ekdm uttam tha, aur kai baar …

Amitabh Bachchan announces Kaun Banega Crorepati 18, brings new twist to the quiz show with ‘Sochna Padega’ theme

Amitabh Bachchan announces Kaun Banega Crorepati 18, brings new twist to the quiz show with ‘Sochna Padega’ theme

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Kaun Banega Crorepati is ready to return with a fresh perspective for its 18th season. Hosted once again by Amitabh Bachchan, the quiz show will introduce a new theme, ‘Sochna Padega’, which puts the spotlight on thoughtful decision-making in an age where information is easily available. This season, KBC will celebrate the ability to think, understand and apply knowledge rather than simply knowing the right answers. KBC 18 gets a new twist: Amitabh Bachchan returns as ‘Sochna Padega’ sets the stage for smarter gameplay, A new theme for a changing world As information becomes easier to access than ever before, Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 18 is putting the spotlight on something far more valuable — the ability to think. This season, the makers want to remind viewers that having information is one thing, but knowing how to understand it, connect the dots and make the right decisions is what truly matters. Bringing this idea to life, the channel has unveiled three new promos featuring Amitabh Bachchan. Each film captures how the way people approach knowledge …

Dhurandhar success made Ravi Kishan’s 2013 Bhojpuri film viral: ‘Producers became crorepati’  | Bollywood News

Dhurandhar success made Ravi Kishan’s 2013 Bhojpuri film viral: ‘Producers became crorepati’  | Bollywood News

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3 min readBengaluruJun 15, 2026 04:22 PM IST More than a decade after its release, Ravi Kishan’s 2013 Bhojpuri action film Dhurandhar: The Shooter has unexpectedly found itself back in the spotlight. The renewed interest appears to have been sparked by the massive popularity of Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar franchise, prompting audiences to seek out older films with the same title. Directed by Deepak Tiwari and co-starring Sangeeta Tiwari, the 2013 film has been gaining traction online as fans searching for Ranveer’s Dhurandhar stumbled upon the Bhojpuri actioner. Clips from the film have since gone viral across social media platforms, sparking renewed interest in the long-forgotten title. Speaking at the trailer launch of Dhamaal 4 in Mumbai, Ravi Kishan expressed his surprise and delight over the film’s sudden trend. Ravi Kishan said he was pleasantly surprised by the development. “Yes, I do know. Mere zindagi mein aise dhoom dhadake hote hai! (Such explosive things happen in my life!),” he said. Drawing a contrast between the two films, Ravi noted that while Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar is a large-scale …

Ravi Kishan jokes his old Bhojpuri film Dhurandhar made its producer a crorepati after Ranveer Singh’s blockbuster

Ravi Kishan jokes his old Bhojpuri film Dhurandhar made its producer a crorepati after Ranveer Singh’s blockbuster

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Ravi Kishan’s 2013 Bhojpuri action movie, Dhurandhar: The Shooter, is suddenly trending on social media over a decade after its release. This unexpected buzz is being driven by the massive popularity of Ranveer Singh‘s blockbuster Dhurandhar franchise. At the trailer launch of Dhamaal 4 in Mumbai, a delighted Ravi Kishan reacted to the surprise resurgence, admitting he never saw it coming. Ravi Kishan has the perfect response after his old Bhojpuri film Dhurandhar suddenly goes viral again. Ravi Kishan reacts to Dhurandhar’s unexpected revival Ravi Kishan recently shared his excitement over the sudden, renewed interest in one of his older Bhojpuri movies. The actor quipped, “Yes, I do know. Mere zindagi mein aise dhoom dhadake hote hai! [Such explosive things happen in my life!] I had worked in a film called Dhurandhar. It was also in the same zone as [the 2025 Bollywood film Dhurandhar], but it was a Bhojpuri movie made on a specific budget. Now, because people wanted to watch [the Bollywood version] or got caught up in the Dhurandhar wave, everyone ended …

Dubai-based Indian crorepati Satish Sanpal buys ‘3kg gold’ for wife every year, says ‘Money is not God’

Dubai-based Indian crorepati Satish Sanpal buys ‘3kg gold’ for wife every year, says ‘Money is not God’

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Netflix has released the trailer for its upcoming reality show, Desi Bling, which shines a spotlight on Dubai’s elite Indian diaspora and their extravagant lifestyles. The series features actors Karan Kundrra and Tejasswi Prakash, alongside prominent business figures such as Rizwan Sajan, founder and chairman of the Danube Group, and Satish Sanpal, founder of Anax Holding. Indian-origin businessman Satish Sanpal with wife Tabinda and daughter Isabella Sanpal. The trailer offers a glimpse into the glitz and glamour that will define the show, highlighting the opulent lifestyles of Dubai’s high-profile Indian community. Satish Sanpal’s gold obsession One standout moment in the trailer came from Tabinda Sanpal, wife of Indian-origin millionaire Satish Sanpal, who opened up about her husband’s love for gold. “Satish loves buying gold. He buys me 3 kilos of gold every year,” Tabinda revealed to the camera. For some context, a kilo of gold will cost around ₹1.5 crore — give or take a few lakhs depending on the current rate. Three kilos of gold, therefore, would mean an investment of upwards of ₹4.5 …

Amitabh Bachchan admits that he feels ‘stuck’ after finishing Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 shoot: ‘The days seem too long’

Amitabh Bachchan admits that he feels ‘stuck’ after finishing Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 shoot: ‘The days seem too long’

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Amitabh Bachchan is missing being on the KBC set. The grand finale of the popular game show Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 17 aired on Friday night at 9 PM. The host bid farewell to the season on an emotional note, thanking the audience for their love and support. Now, in his daily blog on Tumblr, the 83-year-old actor has shared that he is feeling ‘stuck’ after the end of the season and is trying to return to normalcy at work. Amitabh Bachchan bid an emotional farewell to Kaun Banega Crorepati a few days ago. What Amitabh wrote In his latest post, Amitabh wrote: “Its been hardly a few days to the end of the season and the days seem too long to bring to some semblance of the ethics of work .. no work is a synonym for a sluggish walk through a wet vast wasteland.” He went on to add, “Stuck in it .. shall try the very best to pull the weary legs out and move.” Amitabh’s speech Meanwhile, Amitabh had expressed his …

‘Spent one third of my life with you’: Amitabh Bachchan gets emotional as Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 draws to an end

‘Spent one third of my life with you’: Amitabh Bachchan gets emotional as Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 draws to an end

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The grand finale of Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 17 aired on Friday night at 9 PM. Host Amitabh Bachchan bid farewell to the season with an emotional and heartfelt message to the viewers. Reflecting on how he has spent over 1/3rd of his life hosting the show, Amitabh credited the audience for making the show a success. Amitabh Bachchan is seen hosting the 17th edition of Kaun Banega Crorepati. Amitabh Bachchan’s emotional speech during KBC 17 finale Amitabh addressed the viewers directly at the beginning of the episode. Getting emotional, he said, “Sometimes, we live a moment so deeply and get so lost in it that when it reaches its final point, it feels as though it had just begun, and yet it is ending so soon. Everything feels like it happened just yesterday. I am about to begin the last day of this game, going through these emotions. I’ve spent one-third of my life…more than one-third of my life, with all of you, and it has been a great privilege.” The host also added …

Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 grand finale: Amitabh Bachchan sings his classics non-stop for 30 minutes, Kiku Sharda tickles funny bones on hot seat. Watch | Bollywood News

Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 grand finale: Amitabh Bachchan sings his classics non-stop for 30 minutes, Kiku Sharda tickles funny bones on hot seat. Watch | Bollywood News

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Amitabh Bachchan will bring the curtain down on Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 17 tonight. Ahead of the grand finale, Sony LIV has released two engaging promos from the special episode. In one of the videos, the 83-year-old megastar is seen creating history by singing his classic songs non-stop for over 30 minutes. Comedian-actor Kiku Sharda also takes the hot seat during the episode. In a clip shared on Sony LIV’s YouTube channel, host Amitabh is seen singing “Rang Barse” from his film Silsila (1981). His set also included “Hori Khele Raghuveera” from Baghban, “Chalat Musafir” from Teesri Kasam, and “Mere Angne Mein” from Laawaris as well. The makers shared that the veteran actor created history by singing continuously for 32 minutes. ALSO READ | Amitabh Bachchan teases grandson Agastya Nanda for helping Simar Bhatia with her saree trail: ‘Never seen you do this’ The caption of the video read, “When the finale turns into a once-in-a-lifetime moment. Catch Big B in a special surprise act on the last episode of #KaunBanegaCrorepati tonight at 9 PM …

Amitabh Bachchan APPLAUDS Ananya Panday on Kaun Banega Crorepati because…: ‘Her eyes…’

Amitabh Bachchan APPLAUDS Ananya Panday on Kaun Banega Crorepati because…: ‘Her eyes…’

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Amitabh Bachchan APPLAUDS Ananya Panday on Kaun Banega Crorepati because…: ‘Her eyes…’ Amitabh Bachchan praised Ananya Panday’s performance in Kesari Chapter 2 on Kaun Banega Crorepati, leaving the actress emotional during promotions of her upcoming film with Kartik Aaryan. Ananya Panday and Kartik Aryan’s upcoming movie Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri is generating a lot of excitement across social media. Whether for music, trailers, or romantic tales. Both are occupied with promotions, and as part of the film’s marketing, Ananya and Kartik recently participated in Kaun Banega Crorepati. The episode featured Amitabh Bachchan as the host, creating an emotional moment for Ananya when the iconic actor commended her performance. Amitabh Bachchan appreciates Ananya’s acting Amitabh Bachchan discussed Ananya’s part in her earlier movie Kesari Chapter 2 during the show. He mentioned that the movie included various seasoned and prominent actors, all of whom acted admirably. Nonetheless, he noted that Ananya distinguished herself and managed her role with impressive confidence. He mentioned, “It’s never simple to share the …

Amitabh Bachchan shares Kaun Banega Crorepati team took him for a dineout, but his heart mourns: ‘The show must go on’

Amitabh Bachchan shares Kaun Banega Crorepati team took him for a dineout, but his heart mourns: ‘The show must go on’

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Updated on: Nov 29, 2025 06:50 pm IST Amitabh Bachchan shared that ‘images and feelings’ from the past few days have kept him in mourning. He continued to appear on Kaun Banega Crorepati. Amitabh Bachchan frequently updates his Tumblr blog to share his daily commitments, musings, and more. The veteran actor had paid a heartfelt tribute to the death of his Sholay co-star Dharmendra a few days ago. On Saturday, the actor shared that he has been emotional over the ‘images and feelings’ in the course of the last few days. On November 27, it was the birth anniversary of his father, the late Harivansh Rai Bachchan. (Also read: ‘Left behind silence with an unbearable sound’: Amitabh Bachchan pens moving tribute to friend and colleague Dharmendra) Amitabh Bachchan is seen hosting the 17th edition of Kaun Banega Crorepati. What Amitabh shared Amitabh began in his blog, “Images and feelings of the past days still linger and the mind and body is unresponsive to the routine of work .. But they keep saying that ‘the show …