In the recent episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 16, hosted by Amitabh Bachchan, Ravi Kumar from Rajasthan took the hot seat. Ravi played confidently, winning ₹12.5 lakh, but he couldn’t answer the ₹25 lakh question, forcing him to end his game.
Ravi shared some emotional details about his life during the show, revealing the struggles he and his family face daily. His story and gameplay connected with viewers, and Big B even made a special appeal to the authorities regarding a water shortage issue in Ravi’s hometown.
The First Steps: Ravi’s Winning Streak Begins
Ravi’s journey began with ease as he answered his first question about digestion, securing ₹10,000. As the questions grew more challenging, Ravi used lifelines wisely, including Double Dip and Audience Poll.
He also answered questions about Hindu scriptures and sports, showing good general knowledge. When asked which animal species—Spiti, Kathiawadi, and Marwari—are registered with the National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources, Ravi gave the correct answer: horse. This brought his winnings to ₹6.4 lakh.
Personal Challenges and Debt Burden Revealed
During the episode, Ravi shared his personal struggles. He revealed that his family has four siblings, and his father, who once worked as a labourer, suffered a severe accident at a construction site, leaving them without income for six months. As a result, the family accumulated a debt of ₹7 lakh, which they are still trying to repay.
Ravi also mentioned that he has a wedding in November and invited Amitabh Bachchan to attend, adding a lighthearted moment amidst his story.
₹25 Lakh Question Stumps Ravi Kumar
Ravi smoothly answered the ₹12.5 lakh question but stumbled when faced with the ₹25 lakh question:
“Who in Mahabharata gave Bhishma the boon that he could choose the time of his death?”
Without any lifelines left, Ravi decided not to take the risk and quit the game. Amitabh Bachchan later revealed that the correct answer was Shantanu, Bhishma’s father.
Ravi’s KBC Experience Ends on a Positive Note
Although he couldn’t win the ₹25 lakh prize, Ravi left with ₹12.5 lakh, which will help him tackle his financial challenges. His journey on KBC 16 was inspiring, as it highlighted his resilience in the face of hardship.
The episode left viewers with a powerful message about the importance of education, knowledge, and staying optimistic, no matter what life throws at you.
