Mumbai, December 29: In a significant milestone for Indian television, billionaire industrialist Kumar Mangalam Birla will make his debut appearance on Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) tonight. The Chairperson of the Aditya Birla Group is scheduled to take the "hot seat" alongside legendary host Amitabh Bachchan for a special episode airing Monday, December 29, at 9:00 PM.

The appearance marks the first time Birla has participated in a Hindi general entertainment program. The episode represents a rare intersection of India’s corporate leadership and its most enduring pop-culture phenomenon. ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 17’: What Was the INR 5 Lakh Question That Made Contestant Saket Agarwal Quit Before Attempting Crucial Level Question on ‘KBC 17’?.

Kumar Mangalam Birla Makes KBC Debut With Amitabh Bachchan

Show producers noted that Birla’s participation aligns with this season’s theme, “Jahaan Akal Hai, Wahan Akad Hai,” which highlights how knowledge and clarity of thought drive success. By bringing one of the nation’s most prominent business figures into a quiz format, the program aims to showcase the practical application of intellect in global leadership.

During his conversation with Bachchan, Birla offered an optimistic assessment of the Indian economy. He characterized the nation as one of the world's fastest-growing markets, noting that the current pace and scale of development are creating unprecedented opportunities across various sectors. ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 17’: Contestant Sonu Singh Loses INR 25 Lakh Question Despite Audience Lifeline; Amitabh Bachchan Warns Him To Play Carefully.

Birla further highlighted that India’s economic momentum is increasingly driven by a combination of enterprise, innovation, and a rising aspirational class, which he believes will continue to define the nation’s future on the global stage.

The episode also reveals a more personal side of the industrialist. In a candid moment, Birla admitted to feeling "scared" and nervous about answering questions correctly in front of Bachchan, whom he identified as his favorite actor.

He also shared anecdotes about his early career, revealing that his father, the late Aditya Vikram Birla, insisted he start from the bottom. According to Birla, his father made it a condition that he earn his Chartered Accountancy (CA) qualification before joining the family business, emphasizing that "if you don't become a CA, there is no work for you in this office."

Broadcast Details

The special episode is part of the finale week for the show's 17th season. It is scheduled to air on Sony Entertainment Television and will be available for streaming on the Sony LIV platform starting at 9:00 PM IST.

TruLY Score by LatestLY
Rating:5

TruLY Score 5 – Trustworthy | On a Trust Scale of 0-5 this article has scored 5 on LatestLY. It is verified through official sources (Official X Account of Aditya Birla Group). The information is thoroughly cross-checked and confirmed. You can confidently share this article with your friends and family, knowing it is trustworthy and reliable.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Dec 29, 2025 10:13 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).