he appearance of Indian Armed Forces officers on KBC has ignited controversy, with critics accusing the government of exploiting military for political gains. 

Amitabh Bachchan will host decorated officers from the Indian Armed Forces in the Independence Day special episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) season 17.

In a promo shared by the channel, Amitabh Bachchan is seen welcoming Colonel Sofiya Qureshi (Indian Army), Wing Commander Vyomika Singh (Indian Air Force) and Commander Prerna Deosthalee (Indian Navy).

The special episode will feature the officers recounting key moments from India’s Operation Sindoor conducted against terror camps in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22.

While the officers likely sought clearance from the concerned department, their appearance has nonetheless triggered controversy, with many netizens dubbing it a “PR stunt” and an attempt at “political mileage.”

Both Colonel Sofiya and Wing Commander Vyomika Singh held press briefings while the mission was ongoing.

The makers recently released a teaser of the episode, set to air on August 15, showing KBC host Amitabh Bachchan giving the officers a grand welcome.