KBC 16 Shocker: Chander Prakash Becomes First Crorepati!

Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC), the popular quiz show hosted by Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan, has found its first crorepati of season 16 in 22-year-old Chander Prakash. The young contestant from Jammu and Kashmir, who is currently preparing for the UPSC exams, managed to answer all the questions correctly up to the ₹1 crore mark.

Chander Prakash used the 'Double Dip' lifeline to correctly identify Tanzania as the country whose largest city is not its capital but a port with an Arabic name meaning 'abode of peace'. Amitabh Bachchan, visibly impressed by Prakash's performance, congratulated him and announced his win of ₹1 crore. The studio audience erupted in applause as Bachchan hugged the excited contestant.

However, Prakash's journey came to an end when he reached the ₹7 crore question, which asked about the first recorded child born to English parents in North America in 1587. Despite knowing the answer, Virginia Dare, Prakash decided to quit the game, not wanting to risk his winnings.

Chander Prakash's achievement is even more remarkable considering the health obstacles he has faced since birth. He has undergone seven surgeries due to an intestinal obstruction and continues to face related issues. Despite these challenges, he has remained determined to pursue his dreams, making his victory on KBC 16 all the more inspiring.