Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 17, hosted by the legendary Amitabh Bachchan, has already delivered its first blockbuster moment. Aditya Kumar, a contestant from Uttarakhand, has made history by becoming the season’s first ₹1 crore winner. But he’s not stopping there Aditya has chosen to take on the ultimate challenge: the ₹7 crore jackpot question.
A Journey from Uttarakhand to the KBC Hot Seat
Aditya’s story resonates with viewers because it represents the dream of every ordinary Indian who watches KBC. Hailing from Uttarakhand, he walked onto the iconic stage with confidence, calmness, and a determination to make every question count. His strong general knowledge and quick recall skills helped him cross each milestone smoothly.
During his time on the show, Aditya also revealed a lighter side of his personality. He recounted a funny college memory where he tricked his friends into believing he had been selected for KBC. The prank was so convincing that his friends began preparing clothes for the “shoot” only to later discover it was just a joke. Life has now come full circle, as Aditya’s prank has turned into reality.Aditya brought humor to the stage as well, recalling how he once joked with friends about being selected for KBC. Back then, it was just a prank but today, he is living that very dream in front of the entire nation.
A Big Milestone
Crossing the ₹1 crore mark is a dream for millions of KBC aspirants, and Aditya’s calm, focused gameplay made it possible. He didn’t just rely on knowledge his presence of mind and composure in front of the legendary host also stood out.
Becoming the First Crorepati of Season 17
Reaching the ₹1 crore mark is always a dramatic and emotional moment on KBC. With Amitabh Bachchan reading out the milestone question, the audience holding its breath, and the contestant battling nerves. It becomes a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
When Aditya confidently locked in his answer and the screen flashed green, the studio erupted in applause. Big B congratulated him warmly, announcing him as the first Crorepati of KBC Season 17.
The Big Risk: Attempting the ₹7 Crore Question
Most contestants take a safe exit after winning ₹1 crore, but Aditya decided to go further. He chose to attempt the jackpot worth ₹7 crore, knowing that even if he answered incorrectly, he would still walk away with ₹75 lakh.
This brave decision has instantly made him a fan favorite. Contestants who dare to play for ₹7 crore are rare, and the stakes are enormous winning means entering the hall of fame, while losing means a huge drop in winnings.
The suspense of whether Aditya will crack the final question has left audiences hooked.
Every season of KBC comes with emotional stories, inspiring contestants, and tense gameplay. Season 17 feels even more exciting because:
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Fresh energy from contestants who come from all walks of life.
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Bigger risks being taken, as seen in Aditya’s case.
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Amitabh Bachchan’s timeless hosting, which continues to add warmth, wisdom, and drama.
With the season just beginning, Aditya’s journey sets a high bar for what’s to come.
Aditya Kumar’s achievement is more than just winning money. It’s about courage, determination, and the will to dream big. From a lighthearted college prank to sitting in front of Amitabh Bachchan as the season’s first Crorepati, his story is one for the ages. Now, all eyes are on whether he’ll go down in history as a ₹7 crore winner. The thrilling episode is airing this week on Sony TV at 9 PM, and is also available on Sony LIV for streaming.