KBC 18 Premiere: Aamir Khan & Sunny Deol Join Amitabh Bachchan

Chandani — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:19:35 +0000

KBC 18 Premiere: Amitabh Bachchan Welcomes Aamir Khan and Sunny Deol as First Guests

Kaun Banega Crorepati is returning with a new season, and Amitabh Bachchan is promising viewers a tougher game this time around. KBC Season 18 will premiere on August 10, with Bollywood stars Aamir Khan and Sunny Deol appearing as the show’s first celebrity guests.

The makers have already begun building anticipation with the tagline “Is baar sochna padega”, suggesting that contestants will face a more challenging battle of knowledge and logic.

Aamir Khan Questions Amitabh Bachchan

A new promo gives viewers a glimpse of the playful exchange between Aamir Khan and Amitabh Bachchan.

Aamir asks Bachchan what contestants will actually have to “think” about this season. Instead of revealing the details, the host gives him a teasing answer, making it clear that the upcoming edition will not be as straightforward as before.

The conversation soon turns into light-hearted banter, with Aamir acknowledging that contestants will indeed need to think harder this time.

Sunny Deol Makes His KBC Debut

The upcoming episode will also mark Sunny Deol’s first appearance on Kaun Banega Crorepati.

The veteran actor will join Aamir Khan as they promote their upcoming period drama Batwara 1947. The combination of Aamir, Sunny and Amitabh Bachchan has already generated considerable excitement among viewers, with fans reacting enthusiastically to the promotional footage.

What Is Batwara 1947 About?

Batwara 1947, directed by Rajkumar Santoshi and produced by Aamir Khan Productions, is set against the backdrop of the 1947 Partition of India.

The story is set in Lahore and explores the events surrounding the division of Punjab.

The film features an ensemble cast including Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta, Shabana Azmi, Karan Deol, Ali Fazal, Abhimanyu Singh, Khushi Hajare and Kanikka Kapur.

The project also marks Preity Zinta’s return to the big screen after an eight-year gap.

Music for the film has been composed by AR Rahman, with lyrics written by Javed Akhtar. The movie has received clearance from the Central Board of Film Certification without cuts and is scheduled to arrive in cinemas on August 14.

When and Where to Watch KBC Season 18

Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 18 premieres on Monday, August 10, at 9 PM.

The show will air on Sony Entertainment Television and stream on Sony LIV, with new episodes scheduled from Monday to Friday.

This season’s central theme focuses on how access to information has become easier in the digital age. According to the show’s concept, the real advantage now lies in understanding information, connecting ideas and applying knowledge effectively.

With Amitabh Bachchan returning to the hot seat and Aamir Khan and Sunny Deol opening the new season, KBC 18 is set to begin with a strong Bollywood-filled premiere.