KBC's Silver Jubilee Celebration Continues with Cricket Stars
The legendary game show Kaun Banega Crorepati, hosted by the iconic Amitabh Bachchan, has achieved a remarkable milestone of 25 years on television. As part of its silver jubilee celebrations, the seventeenth season continues to enthrall audiences with an impressive parade of celebrity guests.
Cricket Champions Grace the Hot Seat
In a special episode recorded on November 26 in Mumbai, the victorious Indian women's cricket team made their appearance on the popular quiz show. The players came together to celebrate their recent triumph at the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup and shared the stage with the legendary host Amitabh Bachchan.
The star-studded lineup included team captain Harmanpreet Kaur along with players Harleen Kaur Deol, Richa Ghosh, Shafali Verma, Deepti Sharma, Sneh Rana, and the team's head coach Amol Muzumdar. Paparazzi spotted the cricket stars arriving at the sets, generating significant excitement among fans.
Notable Absence: Smriti Mandhana's Personal Priorities
While the entire team was expected to participate, vice-captain Smriti Mandhana was conspicuously absent from the special shoot. The accomplished cricketer had legitimate personal reasons for missing the event - her much-anticipated wedding with music composer Palaash Muchhal had been recently postponed.
The couple had planned to marry on November 23 in Sangli, Maharashtra and had already completed their pre-wedding ceremonies including haldi, mehendi, and sangeet festivities. However, the celebrations came to an abrupt halt when Smriti's father, Srinivas Mandhana, experienced unexpected health complications requiring hospitalization.
In response to the family emergency, the couple made the difficult decision to postpone their wedding. Following this development, Smriti removed all her pre-wedding posts from social media, sparking widespread speculation among fans and media.
Celebrity Parade Honors KBC Legacy
The silver jubilee season of Kaun Banega Crorepati has featured an extraordinary array of celebrities paying tribute to the show's enduring legacy. Recent episodes have welcomed renowned personalities from various fields including:
- Diljit Dosanjh
- Rishab Shetty
- Farhan Akhtar
- Javed Akhtar
- Manoj Bajpayee
- Jaideep Ahlawat
- Sharib Hashmi
The show's ability to consistently attract such high-profile guests over 25 years demonstrates its enduring popularity and cultural significance in Indian television history. The special episode featuring the women's cricket team represents another highlight in the show's celebrated journey.
Despite Smriti Mandhana's absence, the episode promises to showcase the spirit and achievements of the Indian women's cricket team, offering viewers an intimate look at the champions beyond the cricket field.
