'KBC Season 11' registrations begin, here's how you can participate
What's the story
Kaun Banega Crorepati, the Indian adaptation of the British game show Who Wants To Be A Millionaire? is all set to hit the small screens with its eleventh season, hosted by Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan, soon.
The registrations have begun at 9 PM on May 1 for all those who wish to try their luck to sit opposite Bachchan.
Here's how you can apply.
Registration
Registrations can be done via online or offline method
To take a step towards the 'Hot Seat,' one can register online or offline.
While the online registrations can be done using SonyLIV website or SonyLIV app, those who wish to register offline can opt for SMS or IVR (Interactive Voice Response).
Although the registrations are free, those opting for SMS/IVR will have to pay the charges applicable to the service provider.
Twitter Post
Sony TV had launched the promo last month
Agar koshish rakhoge jaari, toh KBC Hot Seat par baithne ki iss baar aapki hogi baari! 1 May se shuru ho rahe hain #KBC ke registrations. Adhik jaanakaari ke liye bane rahen. @SrBachchan pic.twitter.com/lkV66j0MGD
— Sony TV (@SonyTV) April 15, 2019
Stage 1
Registration process remains similar to the past few seasons
Similar to the previous seasons, Bachchan will be asking questions in a gap of few weeks from May 1.
For stage 2, the participants with the correct answer will be selected randomly by using a computer program specially created for this purpose.
The lucky ones will receive a phone call from the channel, and there too they will be asked a few more questions.
Stage 2,3
Stage 3 will be the ground audition round
During the course of the call, participants will also be asked their personal details.
The computer program (randomizer) will once again choose the participants from the bunch who have answered the questions correctly for stage 3.
Stage 3, the ground audition will be held in several cities across the country, and have the selected participants physically appear for a general knowledge written test.
Final Stage
Participants don't have to pay any money at any stage
Moreover, a short video interview will also be recorded and finally, the ones with the highest score will be playing Fastest Finger First round in the studio in the presence of Sr Bachchan.
Big B also clarified that an audit team will keep a close eye on every round, and one doesn't have to pay any money to be a part of the show.
Information
'KBC Season 11' to air in August replacing 'Ladies Special'
According to the reports, the show is set to air in August at 9:30 PM replacing currently running Ladies Special. Those who wish to watch the show online can subscribe to the premium version of SonyLIV, and Jio users can watch it on Jio TV.
KBC Online
Here is how you can play KBC online
Meanwhile, all those sitting at home can play the game online, as it airs on TV, on SonyLIV app.
For every correct answer, the user will get points and at the end of every week, they will get a prize as per the points collected.
One of the lucky users will also get a chance to appear on the show towards the grand finale.