‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 16’: Amitabh Bachchan Charges THIS Whopping Amount for Hosting the Popular Quiz Show!
Amidst the massive buzz, Amitabh Bachchan hosted the premiere of 'Kaun Banega Crorepati 16' on Monday. But do you know how much the Bollywood legend charges for hosting the show? Read on!
The much-awaited 16th season of Kaun Banega Crorepati premiered on Monday (August 12). Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan made a thrilling comeback as the quiz show's host, delighting fans. Before kickstarting the first episode, Big B expressed his heartfelt gratitude to fans and thanked them for their overwhelming wishes. Makers of the show have been dropping new promos raising the excitement levels. Apart from his contribution to films and other acting stints, Amitabh Bachchan's appearance as Kaun Banega Crorepati's host has always been iconic. But do you know how much the cinema legend charges for the show? ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 16’: Can You Answer This INR 25 Lakh ‘Mahabharat’ Question That Stumped First ‘KBC 16’ Contestant Utkarsh Baxi?.
Amitabh Bachchan’s Fees for ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 16’
Ever since the show first aired in 2000, the show has captivated millions of hearts across the country with Amitabh Bachchan as its host. His engaging personality and humble demeanour have been key to the show's success. However, as times have changed, so has the remuneration. In the initial seasons, Big B was paid around INR 25 lakh per episode, which was a significant amount at the time. But for the latest season, his remuneration is set to blow your mind.
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According to a report by Moneycontrol, Amitabh Bachchan is commanding an impressive INR 5 crore per episode for Kaun Banega Crorepati 16. The show's rising popularity has certainly driven up his fees, reflecting how the industry operates. This highlights his unparalleled status not just in cinema but also in the television industry.
The first contestant of the season, Utkarsh Baxi, a Bengaluru-based HR professional, made an impressive performance and took home a winning amount of INR 3.20 lakh. With new rules introduced, such as Super Sawaal and Duganastra, the experience becomes more thrilling as contestants face tougher decisions while progressing through the questions. ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 16’ Premiere X Reactions: Netizens Thrilled With Amitabh Bachchan’s Return As the Host, Call Him Reason Behind Show’s ‘Craze’.
Kaun Banega Crorepati 16 airs daily on Sony TV and Sony LIV at 9 PM.
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