Amitabh Bachchan begins prep for Kaun Banega Crorepati 17; remembers 25 years of the show's broadcast on this day
Superstar Amitabh Bachchan has officially begun preparations for the 17th season of Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC), marking a major milestone—25 years since the show first aired. Taking to social media on July 3, 2025, the legendary actor reflected on this significant date. “Today 3rd July, 2025, as I work on this year’s season KBC prep, I am told by the KBC team—3rd July 2000, the first broadcast of KBC happened. 25 years, the life of KBC,” he wrote.
Big B, who has become synonymous with the quiz-based reality show over the decades, is already featured in early promotional videos and posters for the upcoming season. Filming for the promos is expected to begin shortly, with full-scale production of the show scheduled to start later this month. Season 17 is set to premiere in the first week of August.
Earlier this year, while signing off from Season 16, Amitabh Bachchan had emotionally addressed his audience, promising to return. “If our efforts have even slightly touched someone’s life or ignited hope in any way, then I will consider our 25-year-long journey truly successful,” he had said, adding warmly, “Don’t stop, don’t bow down. You are valuable just the way you are… Until we meet again, this is Amitabh Bachchan, signing off from this season with my final words—Shubh Ratri.”
With its mix of knowledge, emotion, and inspiration, Kaun Banega Crorepati has not only transformed the lives of its contestants but has also become a trusted and celebrated part of Indian television. And as Season 17 gears up for launch, the excitement among fans is already building for another year of questions, stories, and Big B’s timeless charm.
Big B, who has become synonymous with the quiz-based reality show over the decades, is already featured in early promotional videos and posters for the upcoming season. Filming for the promos is expected to begin shortly, with full-scale production of the show scheduled to start later this month. Season 17 is set to premiere in the first week of August.
Earlier this year, while signing off from Season 16, Amitabh Bachchan had emotionally addressed his audience, promising to return. “If our efforts have even slightly touched someone’s life or ignited hope in any way, then I will consider our 25-year-long journey truly successful,” he had said, adding warmly, “Don’t stop, don’t bow down. You are valuable just the way you are… Until we meet again, this is Amitabh Bachchan, signing off from this season with my final words—Shubh Ratri.”
With its mix of knowledge, emotion, and inspiration, Kaun Banega Crorepati has not only transformed the lives of its contestants but has also become a trusted and celebrated part of Indian television. And as Season 17 gears up for launch, the excitement among fans is already building for another year of questions, stories, and Big B’s timeless charm.
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