Overview

• On July 9, Amitabh Bachchan announced on his official blog that rehearsals for Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 17 have begun, writing “Shuru kardiya kaam.”
• He shared behind-the-scenes photos from the set, featuring him in conversation with production staff on the show’s iconic quiz chair.
• The veteran star’s update directly dismissed speculation that Salman Khan would replace him as the show’s presenter.
• Sony TV opened contestant registrations in April via the Sony LIV app, SMS and IVR ahead of the season’s expected August launch.
• Bachchan has anchored the Hindi adaptation of “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?” since its 2000 debut, with only Season 3 hosted by Shah Rukh Khan.