The latest episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati 16 was an emotional one, featuring contestant Mansi Laheru, who made her way to the hot seat after winning the ‘Fastest Finger First’ round. Filled with excitement, she shared with host Amitabh Bachchan her recent Navratri celebrations before diving into the game. The first question worth Rs 1,000 asked: Which appliance often has different compartments for fruits, dairy, eggs, and liquids? Mansi confidently selected option c) Fridge, starting her journey on a high note and securing Rs 10,000 in the first round. During the episode, Mansi revealed a heartfelt story about her financial struggles.
She and her husband had invested in the stock market, hoping to earn easy money, only to face a devastating loss of Rs 40 lakh. With tears in her eyes, she shared how the setback affected her family, but she credited Kaun Banega Crorepati as a “ray of hope” in her life. Amitabh Bachchan praised her for her courage in owning up to the mistake and her resilience in moving forward. Mansi’s journey took a challenging turn when she stumbled on a Super Sandook question. However, she bounced back with the next question worth Rs 20,000: In humans, which of these glands is located inside the mouth? Mansi correctly chose option a) Salivary, continuing her winning streak. As she shared more about her life, Mansi revealed she works two jobs—one as a postwoman and another as a teacher.
She spoke about the difficulties she faces but emphasized that the job is equally tough for men and women. Big B admired her determination and applauded her strength. Later in the game, Mansi tackled a question about Hindu mythology, identifying that Goddess Yamuna’s vahana is a turtle, winning the money.
Her impressive performance ultimately led her to win Rs 12,50,000 by the end of the episode, leaving both the audience and Amitabh Bachchan inspired by her courage and journey. She struggled to answer the question worth Rs 25, lakh and made an exit. Mansi ended her time on the show by handing Amitabh Bachchan a heartfelt letter, teary-eyed as she expressed her gratitude. “This show came as a ray of hope in my life. I thought I lost all hope after the loss that I and my husband incurred. However, this show is going to help me a lot.”
Later, Big B answered another set of contestants, ' question of ‘Fastest Finger First.’ Contestant Prashant Pramod Jamdade made it to the hot seat after answering the question correctly. The 30-year-old reveals how he has a physical disability because of which he struggles to walk. Big B wishes him the best and reveals how he wants him to win a good amount of money so that he can get himself treated.
Big B asked him the first question which was:- Which of these is not usually used to take out money from a bank account? a.) ATM card b.) Cheque c.) withdrawal form d.) Ration card. He chose option d.) and won the prize fund.
Similarly, he answered the first few questions correctly, as Big B goes to ask him the question worth Rs 10,000, the hooter, makes the sound marking an end to the episode.