The latest episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 turned out to be a delightful mix of intelligence, wit, and innocence, all thanks to young contestant Vivaan Srivastava from Noida, Uttar Pradesh. The sixth-grader, who describes himself as a foodie and a math enthusiast, impressed host
Amitabh Bachchan and the audience with his sharp mind and calm composure.
As the game began, Vivaan was accompanied by his elder brother, and the two shared playful stories about their sibling bond. Laughing at their banter, Big B joked, “Aap itna Maths me ghuse rehte hai, aapka bhai aapko tapli maarke thoda jaga dete hai.” Vivaan’s quick wit and confident answers kept everyone entertained throughout his journey.
He confidently clears 5 lakh points with no lifelines left. He wins 80,000 points in Super Sandook round and revives Ask the Expert lifeline.
He uses his lifeline for 25 lakh points: Birds known as ‘firehawks’ are well-known for which behaviour of their in the Australian forests and grasslands? A. Rescuing small animals from fire, B. Extinguishing fire using wings, C. Alerting humans of wildfires, D. Intentionally spreading fire.
With the expert’s help, he goes for option D. He gets stuck in 50 lakh points question: What are the oldest known minerals found on earth? A. Beryls, B. Feldspars, C. Zircons, D. Tremolites.
He quits the game and Big B says it is the right decision. Before leaving, he goes for option C and it is the correct answer. Vivaan says, “I thought it be B or C but I didn’t want to take risk.”
For the unversed, from Noida, Uttar Pradesh He is in sixth standard. He calls himself a foodie. Seeing his quick reflex to maths questions, Big B asks if he likes the subject. Vivaan says it is his favourite subject.
Big B praised Vivaan’s maturity and smart decision-making, calling his gameplay “exceptional for his age.” The young contestant walked away with admiration, wisdom — and a heart full of memories from the KBC stage.