Kaun Banega Crorepati 16: Can You Answer the Rs 50,00,000 Question That Stumped contestant Sourav Chowdhury?

The latest episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati 16 saw rollover contestant Sourav Chowdhury from Kolkata take the hot seat once again. Sourav, a Senior Account Assistant at a CA firm, had already secured Rs 80,000 in the previous episode. Host Amitabh Bachchan praised him for his determination despite facing financial hardships. Sourav shared his dream of winning enough money to secure his family’s future and provide a better home for his parents.

The game resumed with the Rs 1,60,000 question: Chromium and which other element are the main components of the alloy nichrome, used in heaters and toasters? Using the 'Dugnastraa' lifeline, Sourav confidently answered Option A) Nickel, doubling his winnings. He emotionally revealed that he would spend the bonus amount on better healthcare for his ailing mother, currently being treated at a government hospital.

The next question, worth Rs 3,20,000, was: Which transnational river rises from the Chemayungdung Glacier near Manasarovar Lake? Sourav correctly selected Option C) Brahmaputra, securing the amount.

In the following segment, he played the 'Super Sandook' round, answering five questions correctly and earning Rs 50,000, along with reviving his 'Audience Poll' lifeline. For the Rs 6,40,000 question: What is the name of the Railway Protection Force initiative that secures and restores passengers' lost luggage? he used the Audience Poll and selected Option D) Amanat, winning the amount.