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Bachchan-hosted show, Kaun Banega Crorepati 17, has been running successfully on Indian television. Many actors dream to grace the Big B-hosted show once in their lives. Recently, Vir Das visited KBC 17 to promote his film, Happy Patel – Khatarnak Jasoos. Now, he has shared a picture with Amitabh Bachchan on X and revealed his feelings after gracing the show. He also recalled how Big B asked a question about him to a contestant. Vir recorded that moment on his phone when it was aired on TV. He considers Big B his idol and mentioned that it can happen only in Mumbai.
Vir Das meets Amitabh Bachchan on KBC 17
Vir Das shared a picture on X and wrote an interesting caption, in which he expressed his special feeling after meeting Amitabh Bachchan. The comedian-actor wrote, “Only in Mumbai ❤ Some days us mortals get to meet our idols. I remember the week I was an answer to a question on KBC. I watched Mr Bachchan say my name on TV and recorded it with my phone. To me, that was it. All the memories I ever needed.”
Vir Das concluded his note by stating, “Never in a million years did I imagine I would get to meet him and tell him what him and his art means to me, to all of us. Was more nervous about that, than anything I’ve ever done. He was gracious, warm, funny, friendly and reinforced why we all idolise him. So incredibly grateful #HappyPatel is a movie, but this moment is pure happiness.” (sic) Vir Das was accompanied by Mona Singh, Sharib Hashmi and Mithila Palkar. The post is now going viral on social media. Talking about Happy Patel, the film is releasing on January 16, 2026. It also features Imran Khan, who is making his comeback in films after a long time. Stay tuned for more updates!