In a historic moment on the 15th season of the beloved quiz show Kaun Banega Crorepati, young Mayank, a 12-year-old prodigy from Mahendragarh, Haryana, emerged as the youngest contestant ever to win ₹1 crore during the ongoing KBC Juniors Week. Hosted by Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan, the show witnessed Mayank’s exceptional knowledge and quick thinking.
Amitabh Bachchan, known for his charismatic hosting style, applauded Mayank’s generation throughout the episode. Interweaving personal anecdotes from his own youth, Bachchan shared moments from when he was a twelve-year-old, highlighting the stark differences between generations.
During the engaging episode, Bachchan humorously mentioned that while he still grapples with the confusion between push and pull, the current generation, represented by Mayank, effortlessly discusses topics like Artificial Intelligence and coding. The veteran actor marveled at the intellectual advancements of today’s kids, emphasizing their conversations about pressing global issues such as climate change and robotics.
In a nostalgic comparison, Bachchan reminisced about the simpler concerns of his youth, where discussions revolved around mixing cold and hot water for a shower. Mayank, curious about Bachchan’s childhood aspirations, queried if the megastar knew what he wanted to do at the age of 12. Responding with his trademark wit, Bachchan shared, “Mostly, we used to play gilli-danda. So, we decided we would just keep playing gilli-danda; nothing else ever crossed our minds.”
Mayank’s triumph on KBC Juniors Week not only adds a remarkable feat to the show’s legacy but also showcases the incredible knowledge and talent of the younger generation, bridging the gap between past and present on this iconic quiz platform.
