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Published 22:43 IST, September 26th 2024

Kaun Banega Crorepati 16: Amitabh Bachchan Reveals This Season's 1st Crorepati, Video Goes Viral

A 22-year-old contestant Chander Parkash from Jammu and Kashmir became the season's first crorepati, winning the grand prize of ₹1 crore.

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Chander Prakash is the first crorepati of KBC 16
Chander Prakash is the first crorepati of KBC 16 | Image: X

KBC 16 latest update: The game show hosted by Amitabh Bachchan is being loved by netizens. With every episode, the show is getting an interesting twist and turns. In the latest episode of the show, 22-year-old contestant Chander Parkash from Jammu and Kashmir became the first crorepati.

Chander Prakash is the first crorepati of KBC 16

Kaun Banega Crorepati 16 has aired 32 episodes and is now in its final stages. The competition is heating up. In the 33rd episode, 22-year-old contestant Chander Parkash from Jammu and Kashmir became the season's first crorepati, winning the grand prize of ₹1 crore. The show's producers celebrated Chander's victory with fans, sharing moments on Instagram.

On Wednesday, Sony Entertainment Television released videos of KBC host Amitabh Bachchan congratulating Chander. In one clip, Amitabh stood before the audience, excitedly announcing, " ₹1 crore". The people cheered and clapped for Chander. Amitabh then said, "Gale lagjaiyyye aap humare (let's hug)" and hugged him. The video was posted with the caption, "Iss season ke pehle Crorepati, Chander Parkash ko hum sab ki ore se hardik shubhkaamnaye (This season's first crorepati, best wishes to Chander Parkash from us)!"

In another clip, Big B informed the audience that Chander not only won the cash prize but also a brand-new car. He proceeded to pose the ₹7 crore question to the contestant, although this part was not included in the video.


Who is Chander Prakash?

Chander Prakash is a 22-year-old UPSC aspirant from Jammu & Kashmir. Earlier, hander mentioned on the show that he was born with an intestinal blockage and has had seven surgeries to date. Despite these procedures, he continues to experience intestinal problems and doctors have recommended further surgery.

Chander Prakash with Big B | Image: Instagram

Kaun Banega Crorepati 16 is broadcast on Sony TV and available for live streaming on SonyLIV.

Updated 22:43 IST, September 26th 2024