In a heartfelt episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati 16, Amitabh Bachchan moved the audience and viewers with his compassion and generosity. During the show, a contestant named Shalini Sharma shared a deeply emotional story about her son’s critical health condition, prompting Big B to offer his support.
Shalini’s Journey to the Hot Seat
Shalini Sharma traveled barefoot from Delhi to participate in KBC 16. Her motivation was her 18-year-old son, Chinmay, who has been bedridden due to a severe medical condition. Chinmay’s health issues began from birth, with frequent fainting spells and epileptic seizures that were left untreated initially. Over the years, his condition deteriorated, leaving him unable to move and as dependent as a one-month-old baby.
Big B’s Promise of Help
Amitabh Bachchan, known for his empathy and kindness, listened intently as Shalini recounted her son’s struggles. Upon hearing her story, Big B immediately extended a helping hand. “Please give us the medical reports. We will consult with our doctors to understand what can be done,” he told Shalini, showing his willingness to help find a solution for Chinmay’s condition.
An Emotional Exchange
Shalini’s story deeply touched Amitabh and the audience. She described how Chinmay once faced up to 30-40 seizures a day and had to undergo a hip dislocation surgery in 2009, which left him bedridden permanently. Despite surviving the surgery, his condition remained critical. Shalini’s words, “I cannot describe the pain in his eyes,” resonated with everyone present, bringing tears to Big B’s eyes.
A Mother’s Pain
Shalini also revealed that her second pregnancy was complicated, resulting in Chinmay being born prematurely, weighing only 1.75 kg. Due to negligence, he did not receive proper treatment from the start, which worsened his condition over time. Sharing her helplessness and sorrow with Amitabh, she expressed how difficult it has been to see her son suffer without any clear hope of recovery.
Winning More Than Just Money
Though Shalini won Rs 25 lakh on the show, the real victory was the hope and support she received from Amitabh Bachchan. His promise to consult with doctors about Chinmay’s condition gave her a glimmer of hope, proving that KBC is not just about winning money, but also about compassion and the human spirit.
