New Delhi. The iconic Amitabh Bachchan confirmed that he suffered a slight knee strain during the shooting of the eighteenth season of Kaun Banega Crorepati. The incident occurred when he lost his footing on a routine take.
Modified Opening Monologue
In the following episode, the host broke from his customary practice of delivering the introductory speech while standing at centre stage. Instead, he chose a chair and spoke to the audience from there, attributing the change to his recent injury.
Big B Calms the Crew
Pointing to his left knee, Bachchan reassured everyone that the issue was minor. He added that while he would still rise to greet the contestants, he preferred to stay seated for the opening segment because standing caused discomfort. The studio audience responded with heartfelt wishes for a speedy recovery.
KBC 18 Keeps Rolling
Despite the setback, the seasoned presenter continued to fulfill his hosting responsibilities, interacting with participants and preserving the show’s momentum. Viewers noted the departure from his signature standing introduction, a hallmark of the programme.
Upcoming Film Ventures
Beyond the quiz show, Bachchan remains active on the big screen. He is set to appear in Section 84, a courtroom thriller directed by Ribhu Dasgupta, sharing the frame with Diana Penty, Nimrat Kaur, and Abhishek Banerjee. He is also slated to reprise his role as Ashwatthama in Kalki 2898 AD – Part 2, alongside Prabhas and Kamal Haasan.
