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Nana Patekar's Death Halts KBC Premiere; Madhuri & Sonali Step In
9 Oct
Summary
- Nana Patekar's passing led to a change in the KBC premiere guest.
- Madhuri Dixit will host the show, with Sonali Bendre as the guest.
- This marks the first on-screen appearance for Madhuri Dixit and Sonali Bendre.
The upcoming season of 'Kon Honar Crorepati' is set to debut on Monday, October 12, at 9 PM on Sony Marathi, ushering in a new era with Madhuri Dixit as its host. The premiere episode's guest list was altered due to the unfortunate passing of Nana Patekar, who had been scheduled to appear. His death, which occurred on the same day as his planned shoot, prompted the show's producers to adjust their plans.
Following this change, Sonali Bendre will now join Madhuri Dixit on the show, marking their first on-screen collaboration. The two actresses, despite their long careers in Hindi cinema, have never previously appeared together in a film. Madhuri Dixit expressed her emotions on Instagram, paying tribute to Nana Patekar as a treasured and legendary actor.
In the premiere episode, Sonali Bendre will be featured as a contestant playing for the Happy Pet Foundation, an organization dedicated to animal welfare. Both Madhuri and Sonali will also share personal insights, discussing household management and the importance of shared responsibilities. This episode promises a blend of engaging gameplay, heartfelt causes, and personal reflections from the two stars.