Veteran Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan has officially returned to the sets of Kaun Banega Crorepati 18 (KBC 18) following a brief hiatus to rest and recover. Sony Entertainment Television unveiled a new promotional teaser on Thursday, November 12, 2026, showing the 84-year-old icon back on the quiz show stage and thanking fans for their continued love and prayers.
Last month, Bachchan had informed his followers that he was stepping back temporarily from regular social media updates after doctors advised him to take a short break for rest.
Emotional Return & Diwali Greetings on Set
In the newly released promo, Bachchan opens by extending warm Diwali greetings to viewers while describing the KBC set as his second home. “With all your love, prayers, and blessings, I am here once again—with the same enthusiasm, the same smile, and absolutely brand-new episodes,” Bachchan said, addressing the studio audience and viewers at home.
During the episode, a hot-seat contestant directly asked the veteran actor about his health and recovery. In his signature warm style, Bachchan turned the question around to ask how the contestant was doing—before replying, “Agar aap theek hain, toh hum bhi theek hain” (If you are doing well, then I am doing well too).
Telecast & Streaming Schedule
Bachchan’s return ushers in a fresh slate of episodes for the 18th season of the long-running quiz show. Fresh episodes of Kaun Banega Crorepati 18 will begin airing on Monday, November 16, 2026. Viewers can tune in at 9:00 PM IST on Sony Entertainment Television, with simultaneous digital streaming available on Sony LIV.
