Kaun Banega Crorepati 16: Amitabh Bachchan Objects To Contestant Calling Unmarried Women 'Bojh'

Kaun Banega Crorepati 16 has been making headlines since the season began, with the iconic Amitabh Bachchan hosting. The game show started on Sony TV in July 2000, holds the record as the longest-running quiz series. In a recent episode of KBC Season 16, Amitabh Bachchan gained widespread attention after he corrected a contestant who made a comment about unmarried women.

Amitabh Bachchan schools a contestant for calling unmarried women ‘burden’

In the latest episode, contestant Krishna Selukar shared his story of losing his job during the coronavirus lockdown while having an engineering degree. He drew a comparison between his situation and that of an unmarried woman, stating that an unemployed man, like an unmarried woman, can become a burden on his family after a certain age.

The contestant said, "Agar mei kahu bina shadi ki ladki gharwalo par bojh hoti hai na sir, ek umar hone ke baad berozgar ladke utna hi bojh hote hai (If I say that an unmarried lady is a burden to her family, then after an age, an unemployed man is also a burden)."

Amitabh Bachchan then intervened by saying that a woman can never be a burden to her family, emphasising her value and honour. He emphasised that a woman should never be considered a burden on her family and is always a source of honour.

Amitabh Bachchan quoted, "Ek baat batye aapko. Ladki joh hai bojh kabhi nai ban sakti. Bahut badi shaan hoti hai mahila. (Can I tell you one thing? A woman can never be a burden on the family. She is always an honour)."

Amitabh Bachchan got emotional in the first episode of KBC

In the season's first episode, Amitabh Bachchan delivered a heartfelt message to the audience, expressing deep gratitude for their support. He acknowledged the beginning of the new season and admitted feeling speechless because no words could fully express his thanks for their love. He highlighted how their prayers revived Kaun Banega Crorepati, brought the show back to life, and reunited families, allowing him to be with them again. He praised the people of the country for their role in the revival of KBC.

He then addressed the audience, stating that the stage, the game, and the season belong to them. He promised to put in double the effort to honour their affection and expressed hope that they would continue to support him.