Amitabh Bachchan gave Rs 500 as blessing to this singer for his performance at Shweta Bachchan's wedding

Hosted by Amitabh Bachchan, the popular show Kaun Banega Crorepati 16 will turn into a delightful celebration as iconic singers Gurdas Maan and Shankar Mahadevan take the stage with their unparalleled talent and infectious energy in the New Year special episode tomorrow on December 31.

Amitabh Bachchan recalled Gurdas Maan's soulful performance at his daughter Shweta Bachchan's wedding, accompanied by a heartfelt note from the iconic singer that he cherishes to this day. Shankar Mahadevan will also share his own connection with the Bachchan family, as he speaks about performing at Abhishek Bachchan’s wedding.

Amitabh Bachchan expresses his fascination for Punjabi songs, saying, "I was talking to my daughter Shweta because all the kids in our family listen to Punjabi folk songs; they are very popular in our household. I asked her how these songs become so popular and where the singers come from. There are so many new singers emerging who sing beautifully. She told me something that I would like you to confirm - whether it's true or not. She said that at a very young age, children go to the Gurudwara, listen to the Bani, and learn from it. It is from there that they get their music education. Is this true?."

Gurdas Maan replies, "Yes, absolutely, Sir, that is correct." He continues, "I’m feeling a lot of love and respect today. I remember, I was in Delhi for Shweta's wedding, and our group performed there. Shenshah (referring to Mr Bachchan) was standing in front of us. After I performed, he gave me a 500-rupee note as a blessing. I still keep that note as a treasure with me." Shankar chimes in, "You sang at Shweta ji's wedding, and I sang at Abhishek ji's wedding."

 

 

 

 

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Kaun Banega Crorepati 16 airs on Sony Entertainment Television from Monday to Friday at 9 PM. The episodes can also be streamed on the OTT platform SonyLIV.