The popular quiz show Kaun Banega Crorepati is back for its 16th season on Sony Television which started on 12th August. Even after nearly 24 years, the show continues to captivate audiences with its blend of knowledge and entertainment, introducing fresh elements this time around.
Bollywood Legend Amitabh Bachchan hosts the popular Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 16 (Sony Liv)
Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan returns as host, with episodes airing every Monday to Friday at 9 PM from August 12. This season’s tagline is “Zindagi Hai. Har Modh Par Sawaal Puchegi. Jawab Toh Dena Hoga.” The new season explores a theme that thoughtfully reflects on Indian society.
The campaign encourages viewers to reflect on life’s pivotal moments. It suggests that we often face challenging situations that put us to the test, and it’s how we respond to these trials that can lead us down new and unexpected paths in life.
Game Rules of KBC 16
Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 16 sees a new twist in the gameplay for the contestants sitting in the Hot Seat.
New Lifelines:
- Super Sawaal: A bonus question between Q5 and Q6, which has to be answered by the contestant with no options or lifelines.
- Dugnaastra: Answering the Super Sawaal correctly grants the player the Dugnaastra power, which can be used once on any question from 6 to 10 to double their amount.
- Super Sandook: Contestants have to answer 10 rapid-fire questions in 90 seconds after they cross Rs 3,20,000.
Existing Lifelines:
- Fastest Finger First
- 50:50
- Flip The Question
- Double Dip
- Video A Friend (among three friends)
Host Amitabh Bachchan with Contestant Nareshi Meena of KBC Season 16 who is 1st to attempt Rs 1 Crore question (Filmibeat)
Time Details of KBC 16
- Show Name: Kaun Banega Crorepati
- Season: 16
- Channel Telecast: Sony
- Host: Amitabh Bachchan
- Start date: 12th August
- Telecast Days: Monday to Friday
- Telecast Time: 9 PM
- Produced by: Studio NEXT
Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 16 uplifts lives and inspires success stories (Times of India)
Sponsors of Kaun Banega Crorepati
Kaun Banega Crorepati’s 16th season boasts 22 sponsors. Hyundai and Aditya Birla Group lead as co-presenters. PepsiCo, Mondelez, Ultratech, and Parag Milk Foods co-power the show. Key partners include Patanjali, Ceat, and the State Bank of India. Asian Paints, Kalyan Jewellers, and Amazon are among the associate sponsors. The show also partners with RBI, GSK, and Dr. Morepen, showing its wide appeal to diverse brands and institutions.
Amitabh Bachchan, the host of KBC 16, shared that KBC is not just a game show but a path where dreams and hopes converge, supported by millions. He mentioned that hosting KBC keeps him close to his fans, who he considers family. The diverse and inspiring stories of the contestants motivate him. Season 16, he added, mirrors the spirit of modern India, celebrating knowledge as an equalizer and offering viewers an engaging and enriching experience.
Watch the 16th season of Kaun Banega Crorepati, an informative quiz show, hosted by Amitabh Bachchan at 9 pm, every Monday to Friday on the Sony Entertainment channel. One can also watch the latest episodes on the SonyLiv app! Encourage your children to view the episodes and be a part of the questions asked, as it will help them churn their minds effectively.
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