Madhuri Dixit is all set to return to television hosting after 24 years, taking charge of Sony Marathi’s Kon Honar Crorepati. The actor, who last hosted Kahin Na Kahin Koi Hai in 2002, will now step into the hot seat as the face of the popular quiz format. While Madhuri has remained a familiar television presence through dance reality shows such as Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa and Dance Deewane, her latest role marks a significant return to hosting. With the show’s new theme, Aata Khel Badalnar, Madhuri will bring her personality to a format deeply associated with Kaun Banega Crorepati.
Madhuri Dixit hosts Marathi KBC
Madhuri Dixit is stepping into a new television role with Kon Honar Crorepati, becoming the latest celebrity to take charge of the Marathi adaptation of the globally popular Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? format. The show will premiere on Sony Marathi and Sony LIV, with the theme ‘Aata Khel Badalnar’ (Now the game will change) signalling a fresh chapter for the franchise.
Sony Marathi shared a promo of the show featuring as a host. She can be seen dazzling in a traditional green-and-gold Maharashtrian saree in the grand promo. Speaking about joining the show, Madhuri said she was “truly honoured” to be part of a platform that inspires audiences through knowledge and determination. She added that Kon Honar Crorepati is “much more than a quiz show” as it celebrates curiosity, aspiration, hope and the courage to dream.
She also expressed excitement about meeting contestants and hearing their stories. As a proud Maharashtrian, she said she looks forward to witnessing their dreams unfold on the iconic hot seat and sharing the journey with viewers.
Madhuri Dixit’s long television association
While this marks her return to hosting after more than two decades, Madhuri is no stranger to television. In 2002, she hosted Kahin Na Kahin Koi Hai on Sony Entertainment Television, a reality show centred around arranged marriages. The actor took on the role of a matchmaker as prospective brides and grooms met on the show.
Over the years, Madhuri became a familiar face on reality television through her judging stints on popular dance shows. She was associated with Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa and later Dance Deewane, where her warmth and candid interactions with contestants became a key part of the shows.
Madhuri Dixit as Marathi KBC host
Meanwhile, the format behind Kon Honar Crorepati became a television phenomenon in India through Kaun Banega Crorepati. Amitabh Bachchan has been closely associated with the Hindi version since its launch in 2000, having hosted almost every season. With Madhuri now taking over the Marathi version, the actress will bring her own personality and experience to the familiar format. She also becomes the second woman in India to host the show after Radhikaa Sarathkumar, who presented the Tamil version.