Paanchvi Pass Class gets its first Crorepatni - Pragjyoti Samal

Shahrukh Khan’s Kya Aap Paanchvi Pass Se Tez Kaun Hai gets its first crorepatni. The lucky contestant who walked off with Rupees One Crore was Pragjyoti Samal who is from Bhuvaneshwar and a software engineer by profession.

Speaking about her experience of being on the show and winning the hefty amount, an elated Pragjyoti says, “Oh, the experience was a great one for me. I have always heard SRK’s co-actors say that he always makes them feel comfortable on the sets. I experienced the same being with him. He was the perfect host. I feel I am really lucky to have shared screen space with the King Khan.” Pragjyoti who played the game with full energy and enthusiasm believes that winning happens only where there are competitors and the others do not lose, they only compel you to win!!

So what compelled a software engineer to participate in the game show? A nostalgic Pragjyoti recalls, “I remember the first time I started sending smses to participate in the show. I was more inclined to participate in the show, not because of winning the money, but for the thrill of meeting Shahrukh. Moreover, what attracted me to the show is that it was a different format compared to KBC. It dealt more with school subjects and academics. I was quite good at my academics and knew I would be able to perform well in the show. I think that is precisely what helped win the amount.”

Pragjyoti's mom who accompanied her daughter felt elated that Pragjyoti won big booty and said that when her daughter puts her mind into something, she surely succeeds...So what was SRK's reaction when he got the first Crorepatni of the show? Well, the King Khan said, "I am so happy that the most deserving contestant is going back with rupees one crore..."

Well it definitely is party time in Paanchvi class as it gets its first crorepatni!!!

Reporter: Binita Ramchandani
Author: Melanie