Sisterhood and Strength: Harsha’s Incredible KBC Journey and Her Promise to Her Sister

Art teacher Harsha Upadhyay from Gujarat shares her journey with a leg condition and her sister's sacrifices as caregiver. Between Amitabh Bachchan's vada pav stories and personal anecdotes, she wins Rs. 13,30,000 to fulfill her sister's dream vacation.

Chandrima Chakraborty
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Harsha Upadhaya, Amitabh Bachchan
Harsha Upadhaya, Amitabh Bachchan

Kaun Banega Crorepati a show that inspires people to dream. Amitabh Bachchan, a host that is full package of wisdom, masti and life stories.

The latest episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati season 16 opened with Harsha Upadhyay, a resilient art, craft, and music teacher from Gujarat, taking the hot seat. Harsha’s excitement was visible as she shared her desire to come in the show since second season. It was a long-awaited moment for her, and she relished every second of it.

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As the episode progressed, host Amitabh Bachchan introduced a heart-touching video that provided a glimpse into Harsha’s life and struggles. The video revealed a medical condition that Harsha has been living with for years—an abnormal vein distribution in her right leg that causes disproportionate growth and discomfort. This condition has made walking difficult, and despite her challenges, Harsha has managed to live her life gracefully. She bravely spoke about how she often feels different when people stare at her, but it is her sister who has been her unwavering source of strength. Her sister, Harsha revealed, made the incredible sacrifice of not getting married so she could be her caregiver. And Harsha is fully determined to repay her.

She expressed her desire to take her sister on a world tour, to give her the life experiences she had missed out on. For Harsha, this journey is not just about a vacation but about giving her sister the happiness she truly deserves.

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During the show, a lighthearted moment came when Mr. Bachchan discussed his love for the humble yet iconic Indian snack, Vada Pav. He praised its simplicity, saying, “Pura pet bhar jaata hai. Usse badh kar koi cheez nahi hai, chotta sai hai par lekin itna badiya hai… har jagah milta hai – sirf desh mein hi nahi par videsh mein bhi.” His description of the dish brought smiles to the audience.

Harsha also opened up about how art, crafts, and music became her lifeline during her darkest times. She explained how her passion for creativity helped her cope with the depression during the 4-5 years she spent confined to her home due to her condition. Art became her escape, her way of navigating a challenging reality.

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While explaining one of the answers, Amitabh Bachchan shared a personal memory, revealing that his first film Saat Hindustani was given to him by filmmaker Khwaja Ahmad Abbas.

Harsha, finaly took home Rs 12,50,000 and an additional Rs 80,000 as a bonus. With this amount, she planned to secure her sister’s future and fulfil her promise of taking her on that long-awaited vacation.

Her journey on KBC was a moving reminder of strength, sisterhood, and the unyielding determination to turn dreams into reality despite life’s many hurdles.

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