Amitabh Bachchan Reveals Working A 24-Hour Shift For 'KBC'
Sharing that the premiere date of the popular quiz show has now been announced, Bachchan wrote that he could not afford to miss work.
Mumbai: Megastar Amitabh Bachchan made a surprising yet inspiring revelation of how he recently completed a gruelling 24-hour work shift for the upcoming season of his quiz reality show, Kaun Banega Crorepati.
The actor quipped that missing the schedule would have meant "a job replacement" for him.
Taking to his regular blogs, the 83-year-old cine icon shared that he worked continuously from 7 a.m. from day 1 to 7 a.m. on day 2, stressing that the assignment was too important to be delayed.
He wrote, "Aaaahhhh... got hold of time in time... finished work at 7 am this morning... of work that began at 7 am yesterday... but the importance of its presentation and its timely work was necessary... so DID IT... (sic)"
The veteran actor said he was relieved to reconnect with his daily blogging routine after wrapping up work. "But more the relief of having connected with the daily routine of the Blog and the Ef... I shall retire now, get some food in the belly... hit a pillow for a while for, tomorrow the 6th Aug is another early call..."
Sharing that the premiere date of the popular quiz show has now been announced, Bachchan wrote that he could not afford to miss work.
"The first Broadcast Date for KBC is announced... and missing that would mean a job replacement for me. So off to do what needs to be done."
Even at 83, Amitabh Bachchan continues to maintain a demanding work schedule, with Kaun Banega Crorepati, in its 18th season round the corner.
Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) Season 18 will premiere on Monday, August 10 at 9:00 PM exclusively on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV, followed by a weekday telecast from Monday to Friday. The new season is built on the theme – ‘Sochna Padega’. Built around the premise that reflects a simple yet powerful insight - in an age where knowledge has become universally accessible, competitive advantage belongs to those who can interpret, connect and apply it.
Kaun Banega Crorepati premiers on 10th August, 9:00 PM, only on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV!