Big B’s Rumoured Paycheck for KBC 17 Sparks Buzz

July 18, 2025 - Veteran Hindi cinema actor Amitabh Bachchan rules both the big screen and the small screen. Even in his 80s, he is active in the entertainment world and continues to bring smiles to the audience with his presence. Amitabh Bachchan has been hosting the TV reality show Kaun Banega Crorepati for the last 20 years. Except for the third season (which was hosted by Shahrukh Khan), Amitabh has hosted all the other seasons himself.

Bachchan Returns for KBC Season 17

Amitabh Bachchan is once again ready to host the 17th season of Kaun Banega Crorepati. Fans are very excited to see him back on screen. Meanwhile, reports have come in that he is charging a huge fee for each episode this time.

Bachchan’s Fee for KBC 17

According to Times of India, Amitabh Bachchan is charging around Rs 5 crore per episode for KBC 17. This means he could earn Rs 25 crore every week. If the show runs for about three months, his total earnings may reach Rs 300 crore. However, this amount has not been officially confirmed. Still, many reports claim that Amitabh is among the highest-paid stars on Indian television.

When Will KBC 17 Start?

The 17th season of Kaun Banega Crorepati has been officially announced. The promo video has also been released, featuring actress Sumbul Touqeer. The show will start airing from August 11, from Monday to Friday at 9:00 pm on Sony TV. Viewers can also watch it on the Sony Liv app. Currently, the registrations for the show are open.