Mumbai, August 5 — Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, known for keeping pace with contemporary language, discovered a new Gen Z term — “Biwi Paglu” — during the shoot of the upcoming season of the quiz-based reality show Kaun Banega Crorepati.

In a promo released by the host channel ahead of the show’s August 10 premiere, Bachchan was left amused after noticing that a contestant had listed his occupation as “biwi paglu.”

Reacting to the unusual entry, he said: “Biwi paglu, occupation biwi paglu, hum sochein, ki aap labour ministry mai kaam kar rahein hain, idhar to occupation aaraha hain biwi paglu.” (Biwi Paglu? Occupation: Biwi Paglu? I thought you worked in the Labour Ministry, but here your occupation is listed as ‘Biwi Paglu’.)

The contestant responded with a smile: “Sir, aadmi sirf apni biwi ki naukri karta hai.” (Sir, every husband ultimately works for his wife.)

Joining the light-hearted exchange, Bachchan quipped: “Yeh sahi baat hain, woh malkin hai, aur har pati ko maan lena chahiye, aisehi rahoge to jeevit rahoge warna, nikaal diye jaaoge.” (That’s absolutely right. She is the boss, and every husband should accept it. Live like this and you will survive, otherwise, you will be fired.)

The 18th season of the iconic quiz show is set to premiere on August 10, with Bachchan returning as host. Even at 83, the actor continues to remain active on the professional front and regularly shares his thoughts through his blogs, staying connected with the social media era.

The playful exchange offered an early glimpse of the humour and contemporary flavour expected in the new season of Kaun Banega Crorepati.