Kantara Star Rishab Shetty Joins Amitabh Bachchan on KBC 17 Hot Seat
Kantara star joins Big B on KBC 17 for epic episode.
The 17th season of Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC), hosted by the evergreen Amitabh Bachchan, is set to deliver a star-studded treat with Kannada cinema sensation Rishab Shetty gracing the hot seat. Filmed on Big B’s 83rd birthday on October 11, the eagerly awaited episode promises a heartfelt celebration, with the Kantara star sharing the stage with the Bollywood legend. While the air date remains under wraps, excitement is soaring after Hombale Films dropped exclusive Instagram snaps of the duo, capturing their warm camaraderie.
In one photo, Rishab, dressed in a sleek black shirt and traditional veshti, beams alongside Amitabh, who radiates his signature charm. Another image shows the Kantara Chapter 1 director presenting a gift to the megastar, a gesture that melted hearts online. Hombale’s caption gushed, “Team Kantara Chapter 1 wishes the Shahenshah of Indian cinema, the Legendary Amitabh Bachchan sir, a very happy birthday. Excited for the upcoming episode of KBC. It was an absolute joy joining you!” A second post added, “Your journey, discipline, and dedication continue to inspire generations of artists and storytellers. May you be blessed with good health and boundless energy always.”
Rishab’s appearance follows a parade of luminaries on KBC 17, including Farhan and Javed Akhtar, as the show, which premiered on August 11, continues to blend brainy quizzes with star power. The Kantara creator, fresh off the blockbuster success of Kantara Chapter 1, brings his Midas touch to the Sony TV set. The mythological drama, a prequel to his 2022 National Award-winning film, has been ruling theaters since its October 2 release, with Rishab, Jayaram, Rukmini Vasanth, and Gulshan Devaiah earning rave reviews for their portrayal of a tribal uprising against a despotic king in pre-colonial Karnataka.
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Reflecting on the film’s triumph, Rishab recently told PTI, “The audience’s love in theaters feels like a responsibility. This success belongs to the entire team’s hard work.” As KBC 17 airs weeknights, fans are buzzing for this episode, expecting Rishab’s infectious energy and Amitabh’s wit to light up the screen. Will the Kantara star answer the toughest questions or steal the show with his charm? Tune in to find out.
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