Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has officially announced the beginning of his journey for Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 18, sharing an emotional note with fans as he prepared for the first day of shooting. The legendary actor took to his personal blog on August 2—a date he considers his "rebirth day"—to express gratitude for the unwavering love, prayers, and blessings he has received over the years while gearing up for yet another season of India's most beloved quiz show.
In his heartfelt post, the 83-year-old icon revealed that it was time to head for the first day of KBC recording. He wrote, "Samay ho gaya hai kal, KBC ke pehle din ki recording ka. To main chala, ek aur chunauti ka saamna karne, aap sab ke aashirvaad aur sneh ke saath." (It is now time for the first day of recording for KBC tomorrow. So, I leave to take on another challenge, with all your blessings and affection.) The message reflected both his excitement and humility as he returned to the hot seat for another memorable season.
Amitabh Bachchan also thanked the countless admirers who reached out through phone calls, messages, and heartfelt greetings. In his blog, he wrote, "I must most humbly accept the most gracious and kind words expressed on the phone and through gestures at the GOJ. It shall be very difficult to reply each one personally, so I put it here for all. Your kindness has no bounds and the affection that follows is simply insurmountable!!" His words resonated deeply with fans, once again highlighting the special bond he shares with millions across the globe.
The actor also reflected on the significance of August 2, a date forever etched in his life after surviving the near-fatal accident on the sets of Coolie in 1982. Remembering the prayers that helped him overcome that difficult chapter, he wrote in Hindi, "2 August ki baatein... bahut kam logon ko iska gyaan hai, par jitnon ne bhi likh kar apni shubhkaamnayein bheji hain, main hriday se apna aabhaar vyakt karta hoon. Kyunki ye aap sab ki prarthnaayein thi, jis se sambhav hua ki aaj main aap sab se is maadhyam ke dwaara, apna aabhaar prakat kar sakoon." He further added, "Samay bada balwaan hota hai. Aur aaj ka samay sada aap sab ki prarthnaon ki wajah se sambhav ho paaya hai," acknowledging the power of time and the prayers that continue to support him.
Adding to the emotional day, hundreds of fans gathered outside Jalsa, Bachchan's Mumbai residence, for his traditional Sunday greeting, arriving with flowers, handwritten letters, greeting cards, and heartfelt wishes to commemorate the occasion. As Amitabh Bachchan embarks on another season of Kaun Banega Crorepati, his touching message has once again reminded audiences why he remains one of India's most cherished stars. KBC Season 18 premieres on August 10, 2026, airing Monday to Friday at 9:00 PM on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV.