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Akola Contestant Impresses on KBC 19, Aims to Fund Father's Restaurant Dream
8 Oct
Summary
- Reyansh Singh Rajpal from Akola, Maharashtra appeared on KBC 19
- Wants to use winnings to help his father start a restaurant
- Showcased his love for French and anime, even correcting Amitabh Bachchan

On the latest episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati 19, which aired on October 9th, 2025, Reyansh Singh Rajpal from Akola, Maharashtra took the hot seat. Reyansh impressed the audience and host Amitabh Bachchan with his knowledge and quick wit.
Reyansh expressed his desire to use the prize money to help his father start a restaurant, as his father has a keen interest in the food business. "Chicken Biryani is the best medicine in the world. It can cure anything," Reyansh said, showcasing his passion for food.
Throughout the episode, Reyansh demonstrated his diverse interests, including a love for French and anime. He even corrected Bachchan's pronunciation, prompting the host to playfully slap himself and apologize. Reyansh shared his dream of becoming a full-time French teacher in the future.
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Reyansh utilized various lifelines, including the audience poll and the Gyan Astra, to navigate the challenging questions. He won ₹90,000 in the Super Sandook round and revived the Gyan Astra lifeline. However, he ultimately quit the game at ₹12,50,000, narrowly missing the correct answer to the final question.