The recent episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 sparked a wide debate after 10-year-old contestant Ishit Bhatt from Gujarat drew backlash for his on-screen behavior towards host Amitabh Bachchan. He has now apologized for his behavior on the show.
‘KBC baby’ Ishit Bhatt apologizes
A week later, the young contestant addressed the backlash through a heartfelt video shared on an Instagram account called @ishit_bhatt_official.
In the clip, Ishit was seen demanding a photo with Amitabh Bachchan, who graciously agreed, before posting a written apology alongside the video.
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“Hi everyone, I want to sincerely apologize for my behavior on Kaun Banega Crorepati. I know many people felt hurt or disappointed by the way I spoke and I am truly sorry. I got nervous at that moment and my attitude came out completely wrong. It was not my intention to be rude – I respect Amitabh Bachchan sir and the entire KBC team,” deeply (sic).
Read his full apology letter here:
The remark further reflected a surprising maturity for someone his age. “I learned a big lesson about how words and actions reflect who we are, especially on such a big platform. I promise to be more humble, considerate and considerate (sic) in the future,” he added, signing himself as “The KBC Boy.”
What actually happened?
The self-confident fifth grader’s snappy tone and interruption during their exchange quickly spread across social media, sparking both amusement and outrage.
During the broadcast, Ishit appeared eager and open, even urging the legendary actor not to “waste time” in explaining the rules – a remark that some viewers found funny but many others found disrespectful. Within hours, clips from the episode went viral and criticism poured in from all corners of the internet.
The Internet reacts to his apology
Reaction to his apology was mixed. Many praised the young contestant for admitting his mistake, calling it a sign of growth and courage. One user commented: “He’s a kid, he made a mistake, he realized it and apologized. Please don’t be the reason for someone’s childhood trauma.” Another wrote: “He’s just a kid, he’s excited, let’s sink it and stop shaming him (sic).”
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Still, others couldn’t resist poking fun, referencing his now infamous comment with comments like “lock krooooo 4 lock laga do (sic). Others commented: “That’s not his other side, that’s just him humiliating (sic) after losing.”
Amid divided public opinion, several celebrities have come to Ishita’s defense. Singer Chinmayi Sripaada, model Rajiv Adatia and cricketer Varun Chakravarthy all urged sympathy, reminding viewers that Ishit is just a kid who made an impulsive mistake before millions.
What started as a wave of criticism has since evolved into a wider conversation about kindness, responsibility and how young people are treated in public.
