Archive · 13 Aug 2025
KBC to Feature Operation Sindoor Officers
On Independence Day, a special episode of KBC will feature three women officers from the Indian Armed Forces who were part of Operation Sindoor.
These officers will discuss their experiences executing the mission.
The episode will highlight the operation launched after the Pahalgam terror attack.
While some viewers are excited to see the officers and celebrate their service, others are critical, expressing concern regarding the intersection of the military with the entertainment industry and political publicity.
KBC's Independence Day special will honor women officers from Operation Sindoor.
The episode features Col. Sofiya Qureshi, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, and Commander Prerna Deosthalee.
Officers will share accounts of Operation Sindoor executed after the Pahalgam terror attack.
The mission involved precision strikes on terror camps in Pakistan.
The appearance has sparked debate regarding the mixing of military with entertainment and politics.
- Who
- Col. Sofiya Qureshi, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, Commander Prerna Deosthalee, and Amitabh Bachchan
- What
- A KBC Independence Day special featuring women officers from Operation Sindoor.
- When
- Independence Day
- Where
- KBC on Sony Entertainment Television, also streaming on SonyLIV
- Why
- To honor the armed forces and showcase Operation Sindoor.
Critics
Supporters
Politicization
Critics
Some viewers view the appearance of military officers as inappropriate politicization or potential for political gains.
Supporters
Supporters view the episode as a patriotic showcase of national pride and a way to honor the military.
- Event
- KBC Independence Day Special
- Featuring
- Officers from Operation Sindoor
- Air Date
- August 15
- Network
- Sony Entertainment Television
- Streaming
- SonyLIV
- Topic
- Military in Media
Sources
Kaun Banega Crorepati 17: Col. Sofiya Qureshi Talks About Operation Sindoor
KBC 17: Col Sofiya Qureshi, WC Vyomika Singh Reveal Motive Behind Op Sindoor, Big B Chants ‘Bharat Mata Ki Jai’
'Tactical & Strategic': Analyst On IAF's S-400 That Shot Down Pakistani Aircraft In Op Sindoor
‘Op Sindoor will be milked till last drop’: Internet slams ‘govt. PR’ as Sofiya Qureshi, Vyomika Singh appear in KBC promo
Op Sindoor's Sofiya Qureshi, Vyomika Singh appear in KBC! netizens react
War as patriotic entertainment: ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’ to feature Operation Sindoor officers as guests
Pakistan's Border Action Team carries out attack in Uri, Indian Army's counter-infiltration operation underway: What is BAT?
KBC 17 I-Day Special: Officers Sofiya Qureshi, Vyomika Singh discuss Operation Sindoor with Amithabh Bachchan
Kaun Banega Crorepati 17: Amitabh Bachchan welcomes Operation Sindoor heroes Col Sofiya Qureshi, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, and Commander Prerna Deosthalee on Independence Day special. Watch
Operation Sindoor: How ‘Make in India’ redefined modern warfare
Officers Sofiya Qureshi, Vyomika Singh, Prerna Deosthalee to appear on KBC, talk about Op Sindoor; netizens miffed
On KBC 17 Special, Col Sofiya Qureshi Tells Amitabh Bachchan "Why Operation Sindoor Was Needed"
KBC teaser with Sofiya Qureshi, Vyomika Singh, Prerna Deosthalee divides social media
'In Any Serious Nation...': Row Erupts Over Op Sindoor Officers’ TV Appearance, Tied to India-Pak Cricket Match Revenue
India watches as military meets media: KBC’s Independence Day promo stirs outrage and applause
Op Sindoor: India’s First True Tri-Services War – Lt. Gen. VM Bhuvana Krishnan’s Full Speech
