Amitabh Bachchan injures knee after fall during ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 18’ recording

Bollywood veteran Amitabh Bachchan has injured his left knee after slipping and falling during a recording of the popular Indian quiz show Kaun Banega Crorepati 18.

The 83-year-old actor revealed the incident at the beginning of the latest episode, telling viewers that he had slipped and fallen during the previous day’s recording.

Bachchan, who usually delivers the show’s opening monologue while standing, presented the segment while seated due to his injury.

He said he was experiencing difficulty standing and found it more comfortable to sit during the opening segment. However, he reassured viewers that the injury was not serious.

The veteran actor added that he would stand while interacting with contestants and hosting the show, despite the discomfort, but preferred to remain seated during the opening monologue.

The studio audience expressed concern over his injury and wished him a speedy recovery.

Bachchan has hosted “Kaun Banega Crorepati” for more than two decades. The show first aired on July 3, 2000, with the actor as its host.

Since its debut, the quiz show has become one of India’s most popular television programmes, with Bachchan’s distinctive hosting style remaining a key part of its appeal.

Despite the injury, the actor continued filming the latest episode and engaged with contestants during the recording.