‘I wish to retire now’: Amitabh Bachchan on emotional toll of KBC Season 18
For more than 25 years, Amitabh Bachchan has sat across from contestants on Kaun Banega Crorepati , asking questions, celebrating big wins and offering words of advice. But some moments on the KBC set have nothing to do with the money on the board. The veteran actor has revealed that contestants sometimes arrive with personal stories so difficult that they leave him struggling to keep his…
For over 25 years, actor Amitabh Bachchan has hosted the popular quiz show Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC), offering guidance and celebrating contestants' victories. However, the emotional toll of the show extends beyond the monetary aspects of the game. Some contestants share deeply personal stories during their appearances, leaving Bachchan struggling to maintain his composure while continuing with the show.
In a late-night update on his Tumblr account, Bachchan shared his experiences, stating that certain stories were heart-breaking and affecting his ability to host. He emphasized that revealing such personal details could interfere with the host's relationship with the channel. Bachchan concluded his post by expressing his desire to retire, highlighting the emotional strain of the experiences he has encountered during his long tenure on KBC.
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