The ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 17’ episode aired on August 15th was a memorable one. The show featured three courageous women representing the Indian Armed Forces: Colonel Sofia Qureshi from the Indian Army, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh from the Indian Air Force, and Commander Prerna Deosthali from the Indian Navy.
These exceptional women not only shared their inspiring tales of courage during the KBC episode but also displayed their knowledge and skill in the quiz, ultimately winning ₹25 lakhs. Their impressive performance led them to the ₹50 lakh question, but unfortunately, the time ran out, forcing Amitabh Bachchan to conclude the game.
The final question posed to Colonel Sofia Qureshi, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh, and Commander Prerna Deosthali was a captivating one. They needed assistance from the audience to arrive at the correct answer. The question was: ‘The ‘Arch of Remembrance’ in Leicester, England, was designed by the same individual who designed which Indian monument?’ The options presented were: A) Victoria Memorial, B) Gateway of India, C) Fort St. George, D) India Gate. The contestants were uncertain about the answer and decided to utilize the audience poll lifeline, which helped them select the right answer. The correct answer to the question was ‘India Gate’ (Option D).
Sir Edwin Lutyens, a renowned British architect, designed the ‘Arch of Remembrance’ in Leicester, England. He also designed the ‘India Gate,’ a prominent national monument in Delhi.
Although the women warriors did not surpass the ₹50 lakh milestone, they achieved a significant feat by securing ₹25 lakhs. This was a historic moment in KBC, as it marked the first time three female officers from the Indian Army were seated on the hot seat, engaging in conversation with Amitabh Bachchan. They shared their bravery, and discussed women’s empowerment and their roles in the army. They plan to donate the ₹25 lakhs earned on the show to the welfare funds connected to their respective institutions.