No one wants to let him go. But this time, it seems he has to leave! Rumors suggest that after 25 years of hosting the iconic quiz show, Amitabh Bachchan is contemplating retirement. For quite some time now, whispers about ‘Big B’ being off-key have been circulating on social media. Reports claim he wishes to step back from work. Such hints are evident in his social media posts.

The fans are heartbroken. Social media platforms are flooded with comments. Bollywood’s ‘Shahenshah’ has taken a step back and acknowledged that age is catching up with him. He reportedly struggles to remember dialogues as before, and his body no longer cooperates.

Has the eloquent man finally grown old at 82? Will the title of the “angry young man” be replaced by “elderly” before his name?

Although Amitabh hasn’t directly confirmed anything yet, such murmurs are rife in Bollywood. It was during the 15th season of the show that ‘Big B’ emotionally announced his farewell. He requested the channel authorities to find a replacement for him. Failing to find a suitable alternative, the channel continued with Amitabh into the 16th season. However, this is rumored to be his final episode. Moreover, whispers suggest Shah Rukh Khan or Aishwarya Rai Bachchan might replace him in the hot seat for Kaun Banega Crorepati. Incidentally, the former is treated like the eldest son in Amitabh’s family.

Exactly 25 years ago, through this reality show, Amitabh made his small-screen debut. Back then, he was 57. It’s said that he was grappling with severe financial difficulties. One film after another had flopped, leaving him in debt so dire that he even had to sell his house. Helpless, Amitabh clung to this opportunity like a lifeline. Just as the reality show gained international recognition under his stewardship, similarly, the actor’s career revived thanks to the show. On multiple occasions, he referred to Kaun Banega Crorepati as his second home.

Is leaving this home and stepping into the phase of life akin to Vanprastha (retirement) really that easy? Surely, Amitabh’s eyes must be getting misty too.