New Delhi. Iconic actor Amitabh Bachchan confirmed that he suffered a slight knee strain while shooting the eighteenth season of Kaun Banega Crorepati. The incident occurred when he lost footing during a routine take.
Modified Opening Presentation
In the subsequent episode, Bachchan broke from his traditional habit of standing at centre stage for the introductory monologue. He chose to sit down and speak to the audience, explaining that the recent injury made standing uncomfortable.
Big B Calms the Studio
Gesturing to his left knee, the superstar reassured the crew that the issue was minor. He added that while he would still rise to greet contestants, he preferred to remain seated for the opening segment to avoid strain. The audience responded with heartfelt wishes for a speedy recovery.
KBC 18 Continues Unfazed
Despite the setback, Bachchan pressed on with his hosting responsibilities, interacting with participants and keeping the show's energy intact. Viewers noted the rare deviation from his signature standing introduction, a hallmark of the programme.
Upcoming Film Commitments
Beyond the quiz show, the actor is busy with several cinematic ventures. He is set to appear in Section 84, a courtroom thriller directed by Ribhu Dasgupta, sharing screen space with Diana Penty, Nimrat Kaur, and Abhishek Banerjee. Additionally, he will reprise the role of Ashwatthama in Kalki 2898 AD – Part 2, alongside Prabhas and Kamal Haasan.


