The latest episode of the beloved quiz show Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 kicked off with rollover contestant Nipun Sharma from Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh, returning to the hot seat. His journey, filled with nervous starts, confident answers, and personal anecdotes, culminated in a strategic exit with a substantial prize.
A Rocky Start and a Steady Recovery
Nipun had left audiences in suspense in the previous episode after a surprisingly tough beginning. Faced with the very first question for Rs 5,000—"Which of these animals has tusks?"—he found himself stumped. He even asked host Amitabh Bachchan to clarify the meaning of "tusk," to which the legendary actor humorously reminded him that answering was the contestant's job. After using two lifelines—Sanket Suchak and the 50-50—he correctly identified Option D) Elephant.
As the new episode began, Big B resumed the game with Nipun, who seemed more settled. For Rs 25,000, he correctly answered that Manoj Bajpayee plays intelligence officer Srikant Tiwari in the series Option A) The Family Man. His confidence grew with the next question worth Rs 50,000: "In honour of which cricketer did the BCCI retire the number 7 jersey?" Nipun confidently chose Option B) MS Dhoni.
Fan Moments and Hostel Hijinks
This led to a special fan moment. While explaining the answer, Amitabh Bachchan praised Dhoni, calling him an 'Adbhut' khiladi (wonderful player). When Nipun declared himself a die-hard Dhoni fan, Bachchan resonated with the sentiment, stating, "Is Duniya Mein Kaun unka bada fan nahi hai ye bataye" (Tell me, who in this world is not a big fan of his?).
The host then delved into Nipun's life as a student, unearthing hilarious tales from his hostel days. The contestant shared that his antics were so memorable that they eventually led to his expulsion from the hostel, adding a light-hearted personal touch to the high-pressure game.
The Climb and the Strategic Exit
Riding the wave, Nipun navigated the Rs 1,00,000 question using the 'Audience Poll' lifeline. The question asked: "Which inventor who helped develop the incandescent light bulb was called the Wizard of Menlo Park?" Trusting the poll, he selected the most voted Option C) Thomas Alva Edison and was correct.
However, the game took a turn at the Rs 3,00,000 milestone. The question was: "Makrana marble that was used to construct the Taj Mahal, is named after a place in which state?" Unsure of the answer and not wanting to risk his accumulated winnings, Nipun decided to quit the show. Before his exit, he ventured a guess, choosing Option D) Madhya Pradesh, but it was incorrect. The right answer was Option B) Rajasthan.
As a result, Nipun Sharma walked away with a commendable prize of Rs 2,00,000. His journey on KBC 17 was a classic mix of nerve, knowledge, and knowing when to step back, all under the watchful and encouraging eye of host Amitabh Bachchan.
