Host Amitabh Bachchan welcomed Annu Kumari and Sumit Yadav on Kaun Banega Crorepati 16. Annu performed an impressive rap, but left with Rs 3.2 lakhs after an incorrect answer. Sumit shared personal stories, answered questions, and became the rollover contestant.
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