Amitabh Bachchan’s Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 17 will be celebrating National Sports Day on August 29 with a special episode that will welcome the Indian Women’s Ice Hockey Team to its iconic stage. The team, which will be celebrating its recent historic bronze medal win at the IIHF Asia Cup, will share their powerful story of perseverance and passion. 'Kaun Banega Crorepati 17': Bihar’s Mithilesh Kumar Wins INR 25 Lakh After Heartwarming Journey, Prepares for INR 50 Lakh Question – Will He Fulfill His Brother’s Dream? (Watch Promo)

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‘KBC 17’ Honors Women’s Ice Hockey Heroes

In the promo, the players spoke about the challenges they faced training in Ladakh’s harsh conditions with limited resources, yet never giving up on their dream to represent India. Their story of determination moved audiences and host Amitabh Bachchan alike.

Amitabh Bachchan Applauds Women’s Ice Hockey Team

“In a beautiful place like Ladakh, to pursue a sport like ice hockey comes with its own challenges. But when women make a resolve, they go all the way to achieve it. You have come here as champions, what a proud moment for all of us,” Big B said, applauding their efforts. The veteran actor further added, “It is not easy to choose a sport like ice hockey in a beautiful but difficult area like Ladakh. But women never stop until they have decided to do something. It is a proud moment for us that you have all come here as champions.” ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 17’: Do You Know the Answer to This INR 50 Lakh Question? Bihar’s Mithilesh Kumar Takes Home INR 25 Lakh After Heartwarming Journey (Watch Promo)

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KBC 17, which premiered on August 11, will soon celebrate a special episode honouring the spirit of sportsmanship and the rise of women’s ice hockey in India. The show, which has already celebrated its first crorepati of the season, continues to bring heartwarming and inspiring stories to viewers, blending knowledge, emotions, and entertainment. This special episode will air on Friday at 9 PM on Sony TV and will also be available for streaming on Sony LIV.

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