Archive · 15 Aug 2025
KBC 17: Contestant Fails Rs 7.5 Lakh Question, Independence Day Special
On the show Kaun Banega Crorepati, a contestant named Kalyani answered several questions correctly.
She made it to a question worth 7.50 lakh rupees.
She used some help from the audience and a 50/50 lifeline, but unfortunately, she chose the wrong answer.
The question was about a burning gas crater in Turkmenistan, also known as the 'Gates of Hell.'
She ended up winning 5,00,000 rupees, which she planned to give to her parents.
The show also has a special upcoming episode featuring women from the Indian Armed Forces.
A contestant on Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 failed to answer a 7.50 lakh question.
Kalyani correctly answered seven questions, earning Rs 70,000.
The question asked about the local name of the 'Gates of Hell' gas crater in Turkmenistan.
Kalyani used two lifelines but selected the wrong answer and took home Rs 5,00,000.
KBC 17 is set to feature a special Independence Day episode with female members from the Indian Armed Forces.
- Who
- Contestant Kalyani, Amitabh Bachchan, and the Indian Armed Forces.
- What
- Contestant failed to answer a question on Kaun Banega Crorepati and an upcoming Independence Day special episode.
- When
- The episode with the contestant was part of the ongoing season; the Independence Day special is upcoming.
- Where
- The show is set in India.
- Why
- Kalyani aimed to win money, the show continues to broadcast episodes, and a special episode is planned to honor Independence Day.
Contestant's performance
Show's structure
Success vs. Failure
Contestant's performance
Correctly answered 7 questions.
Show's structure
Failed to answer a Rs 7.50 lakh question.
- Show Name
- Kaun Banega Crorepati 17
- Contestant
- Kalyani
- Failed Question Amount
- Rs 7.50 lakh
- Prize Money Won
- Rs 5,00,000
- Lifelines Used
- Audience Poll, 50-50
- Upcoming Episode Theme
- Independence Day Special