Amitabh Bachchan Pauses Kaun Banega Crorepati Filming Due to Health
The legendary Bollywood actor took a brief hiatus from his hit quiz show following a seasonal flu and weather-related illness.
Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan has temporarily halted the filming of his popular reality quiz show, Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC), after experiencing health issues. Production on new episodes has been paused for about a week as the veteran actor takes time to recover, though shooting is expected to resume next week depending on his well-being.
According to reports from IANS and other media outlets, sources close to the production noted that Bachchan was not feeling well due to seasonal changes. A source told India Today and Aaj Tak that there is no cause for major concern, explaining that the actor likely contracted a mild fever or flu from the changing weather, prompting the team to grant him time to rest and recuperate.
Before the temporary halt, Bachchan completed a high-profile celebrity episode featuring actors Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi, and Ravi Dubey alongside director Nitesh Tiwari. The stars appeared on the program to promote their upcoming film Ramayana. Due to scheduling adjustments and health precautions, producers shifted the episode's broadcast plan to air during a special Diwali week rather than waiting for the movie's theatrical release.
While initial reports pointed heavily toward health concerns, conflicting details emerged regarding the production delay. Another industry source cited by The Indian Express suggested the break was related to scheduling availability rather than illness, noting that the host could return to the set after November 11. Meanwhile, SonyLIV confirmed that new episodes of the show are scheduled to air starting November 16.
Addressing his recovery, Bachchan shared a personal update on his blog over the weekend, mentioning that he is slowly returning to his normal daily routine and professional life. He admitted that stepping away and trying to reintegrate into a demanding schedule can be challenging. He humorously noted that he sometimes forgets items like his glasses or phone, though he still vividly remembers memories from his eighth-grade school days.
The hiatus from production follows a recent security scare involving the actor's residence in Mumbai. During an investigation into a shooting incident at Tiger श्रॉफ's home, authorities discovered that suspects had conducted a reconnaissance mission around Bachchan's home, Jalsa. Additionally, the Mumbai mayor received an email threatening the actor's property.
Despite the security concerns, production sources maintained that the filming break is entirely unrelated to security matters. During a recent Sunday appearance outside his home to greet gathered fans, Bachchan was seen standing behind a protective glass barrier accompanied by his son, Abhishek Bachchan, while continuing to wave to his supporters.