In a delightful and laughter-filled episode of India's beloved quiz show, Kaun Banega Crorepati, host Amitabh Bachchan welcomed the nation's cricket champions—the India Women's Cricket Team. The special segment featured the team's youngest star, Shafali Varma, alongside her teammates and coach Amol Mazumdar, fresh from their World Cup triumph.
Big B's Playful Banter Over Junk Food
The atmosphere turned jovial as Amitabh Bachchan, fondly known as Big B, teased the athletes about their dietary habits during tournaments. With a twinkle in his eye, he inquired if they indulged in junk food while competing. A quick-witted Shafali Varma immediately deflected, saying, "Nahi sir, Coach bol rahe hai, Coach se puchiye" (No sir, the Coach is saying no—ask the Coach).
Her teammate, Sneh Rana, added to the humour by revealing, "Sir hum inse bhi dieting karvate hai" (Sir, we even make him follow a diet), pointing towards their coach. This candid admission sent Amitabh into a fit of laughter, highlighting the team's disciplined environment.
The Pizza Request and Coach's Firm "No"
Curious about their celebration rituals, Bachchan then posed a hilarious question to the World Cup winners. He jokingly asked if they had already celebrated their massive victory by "kaafi dabakar pizza khaya" (eating a lot of pizza). Seizing the moment, the veteran host turned to Coach Amol Mazumdar with a mock plea.
"Ab toh ye World Cup jeet kar aaye hain. Ab inhe junk food allowed kar do", Bachchan appealed (Now they've come back after winning the World Cup. Now let them have junk food). The coach, maintaining a perfectly straight face, delivered a simple yet firm reply: "Nahi" (No). This deadpan refusal amidst the playful setting caused the studio audience to erupt in laughter, creating a viral-worthy moment.
Amitabh Bachchan's Continuing Legacy and Recent Work
The episode is part of the new season of Kaun Banega Crorepati, the Indian adaptation of 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?', which continues to be led by the iconic Amitabh Bachchan. On the work front, Bachchan was recently heard as the narrator in the film '120 Bahadur', starring Farhan Akhtar.
His last acting performance was in the Rajinikanth-starrer 'Vettaiyan', directed by TJ Gnanavel, a film that received mixed reviews from audiences. Additionally, the megastar made a notable appearance in the Gujarati film 'Fakt Purusho Maate' last year, which was well-received by critics and viewers alike.
The KBC set has also seen other celebrities, including actor Kartik Aaryan, who visited recently to meet the legendary host, underscoring the show's enduring appeal as a cultural touchstone.
