MUMBAI: Kaun Banega Crorepati returns on Sony Entertainment Television with Amitabh Bachchan as the host on 15 August, 2011 at 8.30 pm.

Produced by Big Synergy Media, this season of KBC will be aired from Monday to Thursday. This season, KBC’s 14 weeks run comes with special episodes and themes. Along with a new set with new design elements, Bachchan will be seen in a new look and his wardrobe has been designed by Rohit Bal.

KBC 2011 will see innovations incorporated in the game like Ghar Baithe Jeeto Jackpot, Manchaha Padav in the money tree and special episodes like Jodi special and School special.

Multi Screen Media CEO Manjit Singh said, “We are confident KBC will play a pivotal role in accelerating the channel’s growth path and take it to the next level. We are delighted to continue our association with Mr. Bachchan and I am sure this year KBC, will create many viewership and programming milestones.”

Multi Screen Media COO N.P Singh added, “KBC remains a gateway for family audience on SET, and perhaps the only show which is consumed equally across demography and geography. We are positive KBC will expand and bring  audience from across smaller cities and towns also. The magic of Mr. Bachchan will entertain the nation every week night for 14 weeks starting 15 August.”