Kaun Banega Crorepati (2000) season 16 - episode list, synopsis, cast and crew

Episode 1

12 August 2024 - Phir Se Saja Hain Gyaan Ka Manch

Kaun Banega Crorepati returns with a new season, featuring Utkarsh Baxi from Surat as the first contestant to take the hot seat and play with Big B. Following him is Dipali Soni, a homemaker from Vadodara, Gujarat.

Episode 2

13 August 2024 - Gyaan Ka Haq

Dipali Soni remains in the spotlight as she continues her journey on the hot seat, with Vaishnavi Bharti, a BPSC aspirant, lined up next to play alongside Big B. How far will they advance in the game?

Episode 3

14 August 2024 - Aashayein Aur Akankshayein

Vaishnavi Bharti continues her gameplay, and next, 22-year-old student Sudheer Kumar Verma from Unnao steps up with high hopes of winning a substantial prize. Will their aspirations come true?

Episode 4

15 August 2024 - 77 Years Of Indian Independence

With enthusiasm and energy, Sudheer continues his journey on the hot seat, while Ram Kishor Pandit, a milkman from Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, steps up to make his mark.

Episode 5

16 August 2024 - Gyaan Ka Ittar

Rollover contestant Simran Bajaj, a dedicated tuition teacher, continues her gameplay. She is followed by Jayanta Duley from Agai, West Bengal, who dreams of building a washroom for his mother and sister and aims to raise awareness in his community.

Episode 6

19 August 2024 - Raksha Aur Vishwas Ka Uddharan

On the sacred occasion of Rakshabandhan, Kajol Ved from Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, takes her place on the hot seat, followed by Dr Raghavendra, a Sanskrit professor from Bengaluru. Will they be able to turn their dreams into reality?

Episode 7

20 August 2024 - Gyaan Ke Vidvaan

Dr. Raghavendra presses on with his gameplay on the hot seat, while 18-year-old Vishnu Achyut Managoli from Vijayapura, Karnataka, gets ready to showcase his skills and prove his worth.

Episode 8

21 August 2024 - Laksh Ke Liye Spashtata

Rollover contestant Vishnu Achyut Managoli continues to showcase his skills, while Nareshi Meena from Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan takes the hot seat with a mission to uplift and empower the women in her community.

Episode 9

22 August 2024 - Jeevan Ke Afsar

Nareshi Meena remains on the hot seat as she confronts the one-crore-rupee question. Next in line are Priyanka Porwal from Udaipur, Rajasthan, and Dr Mustansir Abbasi, an orthopaedic surgeon from Mumbai. How far will their journey take them?

Episode 10

23 August 2024 - Gyaan Ka Zariya

Mitesh Damji, a stockbroker from Kutch, Gujarat, takes his place on the hot seat with hopes of raising his family out of their middle-class life. He is followed by Nisha Raj from Patna, Bihar. Will they make it to the top?

Episode 11

26 August 2024 - Kadam Kadam Par Chunautiyaan

Alka Singh from Faridabad, Haryana, secures her spot on the hot seat, while Paras Mani Singh, known as the 'KBC Babu' from Muzaffarpur, Bihar, is next in line to showcase his skills and determination.

Episode 12

27 August 2024 - Shakti, Vishwas Aur Josh

Paras Mani Singh continues his journey on the hot seat, followed by Harshit Bhutani, a teacher from Kota, Rajasthan. Will they climb to the top?

Episode 13

28 August 2024 - Chunautiyon Ka Dariya

Krishna Selukar from Maharashtra bags his place on the hot seat followed by Srishty Sharma from Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan with the aim to sponsor her brother's education. How far will they go?

Episode 14

29 August 2024 - New Challenges On The Hot Seat

Rollover contestant Srishty Sharma resumes her gameplay. Meanwhile, Paritosh Bhatt, a KBC enthusiast from Valsad, Gujarat, and Dipti Singh, a homemaker from Kolkata, West Bengal, take their turns on the hot seat next.

Episode 15

30 August 2024 - Women Take The Hot Seat

Dipti Singh continues her gameplay while Shalini Sharma, a homemaker from Delhi awaits her turn on the hot seat. Will these women reach the top?

Episode 16

02 September 2024 - Khel Ka Uddeshya

Satnam Singh, a driver from New Delhi, secures his spot on the hot seat, followed by Shreem Sharma, an astrologer from Moga, Punjab. How far will each contestant progress?

Episode 17

03 September 2024 - Ek Avasar Ki Talash

Mamta Sahu from Durg, Chhattisgarh, earns her spot on the esteemed hot seat, with Pankaj Mehta, a lawyer from New Delhi, next in line. Will they achieve their dreams?

Episode 18

04 September 2024 - Sapno Ke Liye Unchi Challang

Banti Vadiva, an Adivasi student from Asadi, Madhya Pradesh, earns his spot on the hot seat. Will he achieve his dreams?

Episode 19

05 September 2024 - Sapna Aur Hausla

Banti Vadiva faces the one-crore question, followed by Olympic medalists Aman Sehrawat and Manu Bhaker, who step up to take their turn on the coveted hot seat.

Episode 20

06 September 2024 - Tyoharo Ka Mausam

Dr. Shobhika Shree, a medical officer from the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, secures her spot on the hot seat, followed by Devang Agrawal from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. How far will their journey take them?

Episode 21

09 September 2024 - Ganesh Utsav Ka Shubh Aarambh

As the Ganpati celebrations begin, Sumitra Kapade from Surat, Gujarat, and Akshay Narang from New Delhi, eagerly await their chance to claim the hot seat and showcase their knowledge.

Episode 22

10 September 2024 - Yuvao Ka Desh

Rollover contestant Akshay Narang continues his gameplay, followed by Mukund Narayan More, a farmer from Dharashiv, Maharashtra, who takes his place on the hot seat, determined to win a substantial amount for his farm and his son's business.

Episode 23

11 September 2024 - Khush Rehne Ki Kala

Mukund Narayan More keeps playing on the hot seat, while Sakshi Panwar, a student from Jodhpur, Rajasthan, eagerly waits for her chance to step into the hot seat and pursue her dreams.

Episode 24

12 September 2024 - Ek Kadam Se Shuruat

Pranati Paidipati, an Android developer from Bengaluru, Karnataka, wins the fastest finger first and secures her spot on the hot seat. She is followed by Naman Jain, a UPSC aspirant from Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. Will they make it to the top?

Episode 25

13 September 2024 - Samarpit Bharat

Naman Jain continues his journey on the hot seat. Padmashree awardees, Dr. Abhay Bang and Rani Bang join Big B to play the game for a noble cause.

Episode 26

16 September 2024 - Sapno Ke Pankh

Trishul Singh Choudhary, a software engineer from Bokaro, Jharkhand, secures his spot on the hot seat. Following him is Ritika Kumari, a journalist from New Delhi. Will they achieve their dreams?

Episode 27

17 September 2024 - Parivar Ka Sthaan

Ritika Kumari continues her journey on the hot seat, followed by Rakshinda Alvi, a passionate shayar from New Delhi. How far will these remarkable women progress?

Episode 28

18 September 2024 - Hawa Mein Sher-O-Shayri

Rakshinda Alvi continues her journey on the hot seat, followed by Anish Bose from West Bengal and Sanidhya Gupta, a 19-year-old student from New Delhi. How will they perform in their turn on the hot seat?

Episode 29

19 September 2024 - Sambhaavnao Ka Mahasagar

Sanidhya Gupta continues his gameplay, followed by Jaya Odendara, a 30-year-old farmer-entrepreneur from Porbandar, Gujarat. Will they take bold risks and play big?

Episode 30

20 September 2024 - Gyaan Ko Mila Suro Ka Saath

Legendary singers Sonu Nigam and Shreya Ghoshal make a special appearance on the show, joining Big B to play the game. How far will their journey take them?

Episode 31

23 September 2024 - Khud Ko Parakhne Ka Mauka

Ujjwal Prajapat from Beawar, Rajasthan, secures his spot on the hot seat after triumphing in the challenger round. How far will his journey take him?

Episode 32

24 September 2024 - Gyaan Aur Dharm

Rollover contestant Ujjwal Prajapat continues his journey on the hot seat, followed by Swapn Chaturvedi, an IPS aspirant from Madhya Pradesh. Will they be able to fulfil their dreams and achieve success?

Episode 33

25 September 2024 - Mann Ka Vishwas

Chander Parkash pushes forward on his journey to the summit, fueled by his unwavering determination. He is followed by Abhishek Sandhu, an assistant employment officer from Karnal, Haryana. Will they both make it to the top, or will challenges stand in their way?

Episode 34

26 September 2024 - Crorepati Banne Ka Gaurav

Abhishek Sandhu continues his thrilling journey on the hot seat. Up next are Rishi Sharma, a student from Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, and Akash Kumar Sharma, a head constable in the ITBP stationed in Aalo, Arunachal Pradesh, both eager for their chance to make it big.

Episode 35

27 September 2024 - Khiladiyon Ke Liye Adbhut Mauka

Rollover contestant Akash Kumar Sharma continues his journey on the hot seat, while Apoorva Shetty from Mangaluru, Karnataka, eagerly awaits her turn to pursue her dreams. Will she seize the opportunity and make her mark?

Episode 36

30 September 2024 - Drishtikon Aur Soch

Kirti from Sukrit, Uttar Pradesh, takes her place on the hot seat, followed by Nandan Kumar, a 30-year-old police constable from Bihar. Will they succeed in reaching the summit?

Episode 37

01 October 2024 - Abhaav Aur Prabhaav

Nandan Kumar continues his quest on the hot seat, followed by Bhautik Bharatbhai Bhanderi from Surat, Gujarat. Will they manage to fulfil their dreams and reach the summit?

Episode 38

02 October 2024 - Gandhi Ji Aur Shastri Ji Ko Naman

As KBC salutes Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri, Bhautik Bharatbhai Bhanderi presses forward in his gameplay. Following him are Kishor Aher, a dedicated librarian from Pune, and Neha, a bright student from Chandigarh. Will they manage to scale the prize ladder and achieve their dreams?

Episode 39

03 October 2024 - Asambhav Ko Sambhav Karne Ki Siddhi

As Navratri begins, Neha advances in her journey on the hot seat, followed by Amandeep Singh Kohli from Agra, Uttar Pradesh. Will they rise to the challenge and go all the way to victory?

Episode 40

04 October 2024 - Paralympics Special

Indian Paralympic champions Navdeep Singh, Sumit Antil, and Avani Lekhara grace the hot seat, joining Big B to test their skills and knowledge. How far will they go in this exciting challenge?

Episode 41

07 October 2024 - Sapne Se Sach Tak Ki Doori

Santosh Giri Bawa, a school teacher from Nashik, Maharashtra, takes the hot seat. Next in line are Ananya Vinod, a student from Bengaluru, and Dinesh Kumar from Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, both eager to turn their struggles into success. How far will they go?

Episode 42

08 October 2024 - Mehnat, Aashayein Aur Sapne

Dinesh Kumar continues his quest on the hot seat, followed by Anuragsinh Puvar from Vadodara, Gujarat. Will they achieve success?

Episode 43

09 October 2024 - Gyaan Ki Super Power

Rollover contestant Anuragsinh Puvar continues his journey on the hot seat, followed by Pardeep Kaur Benipal from Khanna, Punjab. Will they turn their dreams into reality?

Episode 44

10 October 2024 - National Crush - Hot Seat

Vinay Dattatraya Bhute from Nagpur, Maharashtra, takes his place on the hot seat, followed by Shirish S Shetty from Ahmedabad, Gujarat. How far will their journeys take them?

Episode 45

11 October 2024 - Mahanayak Ka Janmutsav

In celebration of Big B's birthday, superstar Aamir Khan joins the hot seat alongside his son Junaid Khan as they play to support the Paani Foundation.

Episode 46

14 October 2024 - Hot Seat Ka Chamatkaar

Mansi Laheru, a postwoman from Rajkot, Gujarat, takes her turn on the hot seat, followed by Prashant Pramod Jamdade from Sangli, Maharashtra. Will they achieve success?

Episode 47

15 October 2024 - Vatavaran Ka Prabhaav

Prashant Pramod Jamdade continues his run on the hot seat, followed by Bachchu Santara, a government school teacher from Hooghly, West Bengal. How far will they progress?

Episode 48

16 October 2024 - Hot Seat Aur Khiladi Ka Rishta

Hitali Jagwani from Akola, Maharashtra, secures her spot on the hot seat. Up next is Ranveer Raghuvanshi from Pipariya, Madhya Pradesh, hoping to make it big. How far will their journey take them?

Episode 49

17 October 2024 - Baatcheet

Ranveer Raghuvanshi continues his journey on the hot seat. Following him are Dr Neeraj Saxena, a PRO Chancellor from West Bengal, and Soniya Rijhwani from Ulhasnagar, Maharashtra. How far will their journeys take them?

Episode 50

18 October 2024 - Vidya Balan And Kartik Aaryan On The Hot Seat

Actors Vidya Balan and Kartik Aaryan make a grand entrance and take their place on the hot seat, joining Big B to play the game while promoting their upcoming film 'Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3'.

Episode 51

21 October 2024 - Gyaan Ka Sahara

As the new week begins, Tejas Sharadkumar Deshmukh from Thane, Maharashtra, takes her spot on the hot seat. Following her is Dhanraj Dhirubhai Mori from Somnath, Gujarat. Will they achieve success?

Episode 52

22 October 2024 - Gyaan Ka Dum

Dhanraj Dhirubhai Mori continues his gameplay. Ravi Kumar, a Signal Maintenance Worker from Dakor, Gujarat, takes his place on the hot seat, followed by Harsha Upadhyay. How far will they go in their journey?

Episode 53

23 October 2024 - Jeet Ka Prayaas

Harsha Upadhyay, a 48-year-old teacher from Ahmedabad, Gujarat, takes his turn on the hot seat, followed by Rashmi Kumari from Ranchi, Jharkhand. Will they be able to achieve their dreams?

Episode 54

24 October 2024 - Dil Ki Duniya

Rashmi Kumari continues her journey on the hot seat, followed by Shravani Jena, a 29-year-old Block Social Security Officer from Keonjhar, Odisha. Will they make it to the top?

Episode 55

25 October 2024 - Fantastic Friday With Boman And Farah

Shravani Jena continues her journey on the hot seat, followed by director-choreographer Farah Khan and actor Boman Irani, who join Big B to take on the game.

Episode 56

28 October 2024 - Tyohaar Ki Raunak

The Indian Challenger Week returns, with Rahul Sharma from Pratapgarh, Rajasthan, taking his place on the hot seat, followed by Abhinav Kishor from Patna, Bihar. Will they rise to the top?

Episode 57

29 October 2024 - Aashayein

Rollover contestant Abhinav Kishor resumes his gameplay, followed by Vijay Shrivastava, an Assistant General Manager at a telecommunications company in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Will they make it to the top?

Episode 58

30 October 2024 - Diwali Bash With Varun Dhawan

Director duo Raj and DK, joined by actor Varun Dhawan, light up the KBC stage as they celebrate Diwali with Big B and take their turn on the hot seat.

Episode 59

31 October 2024 - Gyaan Se Bharpoor Diwali

Anushree Samota, a student from Bari Sadri, Rajasthan, steps onto the hot seat, followed by Shaffy Singhla, a Sub Inspector with Punjab Police from Mansa, Punjab. In the spirit of Diwali, how far will these remarkable women go?

Episode 60

01 November 2024 - Roshni Aur Jagmagahat

Vineet Bharuka, a Chief Manager in Finance at HPCL in Mumbai, takes his turn on the hot seat. Following him is Ankita Singh, a student from New Delhi. How far will their journey take them?

Episode 61

04 November 2024 - Nayi Rangat Aur Sangat

KBC Junior Week kicks off with Arjun Agarwal from Korba, Chhattisgarh, taking the hot seat. Next up is Yuvraj Sethi from New Delhi. How far will these young contestants go?

Episode 62

05 November 2024 - Bachpan Ke Rishtey

Rollover contestant Yuvraj Sethi continues his journey on the hot seat, followed by Virat Chaturvedi from Umaria, Madhya Pradesh. Will these young participants make it to the top?

Episode 63

06 November 2024 - Number Ninjas

Virat Chaturvedi continues his time on the hot seat. Next in line is 9-year-old Bhavik Garg from New Delhi. Will they succeed in climbing the prize money ladder?

Episode 64

07 November 2024 - Aajkal Ke Adhbhut Bachche

Bhavik Garg continues his journey on the hot seat, with 11-year-old Tritee Ranjana from Tezpur, Assam, next in line. Will they make it to the top?

Episode 65

08 November 2024 - 12th Fail On The Hot Seat

IPS Dr. Manoj Kumar Sharma, joined by actor Vikrant Massey, take their places on the hot seat to play the game with Big B.

Episode 66

11 November 2024 - Bachcho Ka Mann

Yuvaan Minocha from New Delhi steps up to the coveted hot seat, followed by Utkarsh Vasudev Mule from Hingoli, Maharashtra. How far will these young contenders go?

Episode 67

12 November 2024 - Bachcho Ke Sanskaar

Utkarsh Vasudev Mule continues his run on the hot seat, followed by Hetvi Patel from Ahmedabad, Gujarat. How far will these young champs go?

Episode 68

13 November 2024 - Bhavnao Ki Tsunami

Hetvi Patel continues her run on the hot seat, followed by Aashi Singh from Pune, Maharashtra. Will these young contestants make it to the top?

Episode 69

14 November 2024 - Baal Divas Special

In a thrilling episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati Juniors, Parth from Madhya Pradesh and Aryan from Punjab take turns in the hot seat, each determined to win the ultimate prize money.

Episode 70

15 November 2024 - Bachpan Ke Beete Hue Din

Aryan Handa continues his run on the hot seat, followed by Saksham Ranjan from Champaran, Bihar. Will these contestants succeed in scaling the prize money ladder?

Episode 71

18 November 2024 - Jeevan Ke Badlav

Nishant Jaiswal from Raigarh, Chhattisgarh, takes his place on the hot seat. Will he rise to the top of the prize money ladder?

Episode 72

19 November 2024 - Gyaan Paane Ki Laalsa

Rollover contestant Nishant Jaiswal continues his gameplay on the hot seat. Following him are Shobha Devi from Raebareilly, Uttar Pradesh, and Naveen Ahmed Sanadi from Belagavi, Karnataka. How far will their journeys take them?

Episode 73

20 November 2024 - Prarthana Aur Prayaas

Rollover contestant Naveen Ahmed continues his run on the hot seat, followed by Apoorva Chaudhary from Chennai, Tamil Nadu, and Rachna Rani from Samana, Punjab. How far will they progress in their journey?

Episode 74

21 November 2024 - Grahni Hone Ka Garv

Rachna Rani resumes her journey on the hot seat, followed by Kunwar Nishat Khalid Khan from New Delhi. Will they climb to the top of the prize ladder?

Episode 75

22 November 2024 - Anmol Baatein

Actor Abhishek Bachchan, director Shoojit Sircar, author Arjun Sen and Ahilya Bamroo join Big B on the show to play the game and promote their film I Want to Talk.

Episode 76

25 November 2024 - Jigyasa Ka Beej

Paritosh Gupta, a Lead Consultant at a Cyber Security company in Mumbai, takes the hot seat first, followed by Anshuman Mathur from Jaipur, Rajasthan. How high will they climb on the prize money ladder?

Episode 77

26 November 2024 - Remembering The Martyrs Of 26/11

Vishwas Nangre Patil, Additional Director General of Police, Anti-Corruption Bureau, Maharashtra, and Sanjay Govilkar, Additional Superintendent of Police, Anti-Corruption Bureau, honour the show with their presence as they pay tribute to the martyrs of the 26/11 Mumbai attacks.

Episode 78

27 November 2024 - Gyaan Ka Connection

Sarita Rani, a homemaker and cancer survivor from Tohana, Haryana, earns her spot on the hot seat, followed by Premswaroop Singh Negi, a retired officer from Delhi. How far will they progress?

Episode 79

28 November 2024 - Gyaan Ka Khazana

Premswaroop Singh Negi continues his journey on the hot seat, followed by Virendra Sharma, a Technical Recruiting Specialist at an HR agency in Jaipur, Rajasthan. How far will they advance?

Episode 80

29 November 2024 - Lagataar Prayaas

Trupti Gandhewar, a homemaker from Pune, secures her spot on the hot seat, followed by Sonali Singh, a student from Kotma, Madhya Pradesh. How far will they progress in the game?

Episode 81

02 December 2024 - Buddhimaan Aur Dhanvaan

Renuka Pattanshetty from Solapur, Maharashtra, continues her run on the hot seat, followed by Shreya Jani from Ahmedabad, Gujarat. How far will they advance?

Episode 82

03 December 2024 - Yaadgaar Tasveerein

Anurag Chourasia, a government employee from Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, secures his spot on the hot seat. Following him is Gracilla Giri from Siliguri, West Bengal. Will they make it to the top?

Episode 83

04 December 2024 - Gyaan Ka Super Sawaal

Rollover contestant Gracilla Giri, a student from Siliguri, West Bengal, continues her journey on the hot seat, followed by Sonal Gupta from Bengaluru, Karnataka. How far will they progress?

Episode 84

05 December 2024 - Soch Aur Sankalp

Rachit Kumar Bilthariya, a head constable with the M.P. Police, secures his spot on the hot seat, followed by Rani Kumari, an Assistant Manager at Bank of India from Rourkela, Odisha. How far will they progress?

Episode 85

06 December 2024 - Ek Mehatvapurn Mauka

Mintu Sarkar, a chai shop owner from Raiganj, West Bengal, secures his place on the hot seat. Will he succeed in making his dreams a reality?

Episode 86

09 December 2024 - Nirantar Prayaas Aur Junoon

Twinkle Bhati Rathore, a student from Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, takes her place on the hot seat, followed by Ashutosh Singh, a Software Developer at Deloitte from Vadodara, Gujarat. How far will they progress?

Episode 87

10 December 2024 - Rishton Ki Taakat

Ashutosh Singh continues his run on the hot seat, followed by Sourav Chowdhury, an Assistant Accountant at a C.A. firm in Howrah, West Bengal. Will they achieve their dreams?

Episode 88

11 December 2024 - Ek Nayi Subah Ka Sapna

Sourav Chowdhury carries on with his gameplay, followed by Rahul Wadhwa, a Clerk in the Department of Elections from Abohar, Punjab. How far will these gentlemen progress?

Episode 89

12 December 2024 - Jeet Ke Aansu

Pankajini Dash, a pharmacist from Cuttack, Odisha, secures her spot on the hot seat. Will she be able to fulfill her dreams?

Episode 90

13 December 2024 - Khiladiyon Ke Gunn

Pankajini Dash continues her run on the hot seat, followed by the legendary actor Nana Patekar, who graces the show with his remarkable presence.