Ishit Bhatt, 10, apologizes for KBC behavior, calls it a learning moment, and vows to be more respectful in the future. Photo: X.
Ishit Bhatt, 10-year-old student from Gujarat who became a hot topic for his conduct during a recent appearance on Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 for has now issued a sincere public apology.. The fifth-grade student faced widespread online criticism for being perceived as “rude” toward host Amitabh Bachchan.
In his apology note, Ishit clarified that his behavior during the episode was not intended to be disrespectful.
“I got nervous, and my attitude came out completely wrong,” he wrote. “It wasn’t my intention to be rude. I respect Amitabh Bachchan sir and the entire KBC team deeply.”
He described the experience as a significant learning moment. “It taught me how words and actions can reflect one’s character, especially on a national platform like KBC,” Ishit added.
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Following Ishit’s appearance, social media was flooded with reactions. Many viewers felt the young contestant spoke out of turn, interrupted Amitabh Bachchan multiple times, and expressed frustration over the show’s rules. Online discussions quickly turned critical, with several users labeling him as the “arrogant” or “rude” kid from KBC.
In his note, Ishit took full responsibility for his actions. “I promise to be more humble, respectful, and thoughtful in the future,” he wrote, referring to himself as “the ‘arrogant’ kid on KBC.”
He also expressed regret for disappointing viewers. “I deeply regret if my words or tone hurt anyone. I was nervous and didn’t realize how it came across,” he said.
During the episode, Ishit was seen interrupting Amitabh Bachchan and questioning the clarity of the quiz rules. While some viewers criticized his behavior as disrespectful, others noted that he was a child facing immense pressure in front of millions of viewers.
Following his apology, several people praised Ishit for his honesty and courage. Singer Chinmayi and cricketer Varun Chakravarthy defended the young contestant, urging netizens to show empathy. They reminded audiences that children are still learning to manage emotions and handle public scrutiny.
Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 airs on Sony Entertainment Television every Monday to Friday at 9 PM and is also available for streaming on SonyLIV.
Zubair Amin is a Senior Journalist at NewsX with over seven years of experience in reporting and editorial work. He has written for leading national and international publications, including Foreign Policy Magazine, Al Jazeera, The Economic Times, The Indian Express, The Wire, Article 14, Mongabay, News9, among others. His primary focus is on international affairs, with a strong interest in US politics and policy. He also writes on West Asia, Indian polity, and constitutional issues. Zubair tweets at zubaiyr.amin
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