Kaun Banega Crorepati 16: Contestant With Brain Tumour Wins ₹50 Lakh, Big B To Fund Her Treatment

Kaun Banega Crorepati is currently in its 16th season, with the legendary Amitabh Bachchan as its host. This game show began airing on Sony TV in July 2000 and is the longest-running quiz series, originally offering a top prize of ₹1 crore. In a recent episode of KBC Season 16, a 27-year-old woman became the first contestant to reach the ₹1 crore question for the season so far. However, it was her inspiring life story, more than her gameplay, that captured everyone’s attention and is now going viral.

KBC 16 Contestant won ₹50 lakh while battling brain tumour

The latest episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 16 was truly inspiring and now grabbing everyone’s attention. It featured a 27-year-old woman from Sawai Madhopur, Nareshi Meena, who became the first contestant of the season to attempt the ₹1 crore question. Although she was unable to answer it, she still won an impressive ₹50 lakh.

What makes her win more special is that Nareshi has been battling brain tumour since 2018. She was diagnosed shortly after passing the sub-inspector recruitment exam. Unfortunately, the tumour was deemed inoperable, and the only possible treatment was beyond her financial budget. Despite her determination and resilience, she fell short of the ₹1 crore prize but left with a life-changing ₹50 lakh.

Amitabh Bachchan to fund Nareshi's treatment

Reports suggest that Amitabh Bachchan will fund Nareshi Meena’s proton therapy. It is a crucial treatment needed to surgically remove the tumour. In the KBC promo, Nareshi explained that KBC 16 was more than just a game show for her as it served as a source of hope. Later in media interview, She described how Big B gave her assurance of helping her regardless of her performance which made her feel at ease during the show.

KBC Season 16 premiered on August 12 and will feature 36 episodes.