Mumbai Teacher Wins Big on 'KBC' to Support Son with Cerebral Palsy

On October 4th, 2025, 'Kaun Banega Crorepati 17' featured an episode that highlighted the personal story and resolve of Pooja Shah, an online teacher from Mumbai. Pooja joined the show with the heartfelt aim of supporting her son, who has cerebral palsy and epilepsy.

During the episode, Pooja openly shared the realities of her daily challenges as a caretaker for her parents and son, who requires regular therapy. Pooja's residence on the fourth floor of a building without a lift makes her son's daily life particularly difficult. She expressed her desire to win a large amount to be able to afford a home with a lift, which she described as a necessity.

Pooja's cautious gameplay and focus on her goals were evident when she used her audience poll lifeline on the Rs 7,50,000 question about the location of the ASEAN headquarters, which she answered correctly as Jakarta. She then chose to walk away from the Rs 25 lakh question, securing Rs 12,50,000.

Moved by Pooja's story, host Amitabh Bachchan offered his support, stating that he would try to find out where her son could receive better treatment without Pooja having to spend a lot. This gesture resonated with the audience, who gave Pooja a standing ovation.

The episode also featured other contestants, including Rohit Kumar, who won Rs 7.5 lakh, and Vijay Sindhi, who took home Rs 25,000. However, Pooja's story of personal ambition and family welfare stood out, highlighting the challenges faced by many families caring for children with special needs.