EDUCATION AND ENTERTAINMENT

The show starts with an Indian ritual of 'Matki Phod' on the occasion of Janmashtami. The expert for this episode is Rajiv Makhni, Managing Editor Technology, NDTV. The game proceeds with the rollover contestant Pradeep Mishra, who, after answering the 6th question he receives a cheque signed by Amitabh Bachchan. He does a handwriting review of his signatures and reveals a few traits of Amitabh's character. He takes home an amount of Rs. 25,00,000. The game continues with 10 more new contestants of the episode. Amitabh Bachchan welcomes them and after a quick Fastest Finger First, Jyotsana Gandotra, a doctor, reaches the Hot Seat. She sets the minimum guarantee amount at the 8th question for Rs. 6,40,000. Going at a good speed, Jyotsana Gandotra reaches there and takes a sigh of relief. Before she could play further, the time of the show comes to an end. In his 'Chand KBC Ke Chhand' special sign-off, Amitabh Bachchan reads out a funny poem on mosquitoes 'Machhar Chalisa', which explains people's vulnerability to mosquitoes.

Kaun Banega Crorepati, popularly known as KBC is an Indian reality/game show based on the UK game show ""Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?"" The show first aired in 2000 and was hosted by Amitabh Bachchan. This was the first appearance of Bachchan on Indian television. The show is hugely popular in India. The 5th season of Kaun Banega Crorepati will once again be hosted by Mr Amitabh Bachchan.