Mumbai: Kaun Banega Crorepati fans were delighted when the first crorepati in the show’s history, Harshvardhan Navathe, made a special appearance on the iconic quiz show on January 20. His return marked the beginning of the grand Silver Festival of Knowledge. The celebration, commemorating 25 glorious years of the famous show.
Harshvardhan’s Rs 1 crore win in the inaugural season of KBC has stuck in the hearts of the viewers, making him a household name and an icon of inspiration. To honor this milestone, the show played a special video recapping their historic moment, which left viewers emotional.
The show’s beloved host Amitabh Bachchan welcomed Harshvardhan with open arms and asked, “Sir, how do you feel sitting on the hot seat once again?”
Glowing with nostalgia, Harshvardhan replied, “Sir, this is a completely new hot seat – it feels different. And for this grand celebration of knowledge, we have a Silver Jubilee and a Silver Hot Seat. Even the set looks different now. At that time, lighting was also different. Since this morning, I have been remembering the feelings of the day I first came here – the anticipation, the excitement of the show starting, and the excitement of meeting you, AB sir. Even today everything seems to be the same.”
He further added, “It feels like I’m back in time, waiting to hear you say, ‘Harshvardhan, the next question is on your computer screen.’ I am truly reliving that magical day.”
As part of the 25th anniversary celebrations, Kahaani Jeet Ki, a new segment, aims to highlight inspiring stories of victory and change. Harsh Vardhan was the perfect guest to launch this journey, sharing how his life changed after his remarkable victory.
The Silver Mahotsav Celebration of Knowledge promises to bring back memories and inspiring moments of the last 25 years. With the return of Harshvardhan Navathe, the show not only celebrated his legacy but also reminded fans of the transformative power of knowledge.
Harshvardhan’s presence left fans feeling nostalgic, many of whom took to social media to express their happiness at seeing the first Crorepati back on the hot seat. As KBC continues its journey, this silver jubilee celebration serves as a testament to the show’s enduring legacy and its role in changing lives.
