Mumbai: Star Plus’s new game show, ‘India’s Top 1% – The Anil Kapoor Show,’ kicked off with a historic victory. In the grand premiere episode, Mumbai’s Bijal Shah earned the distinction of becoming the show’s first winner, claiming a massive prize of ₹94 lakh through her sharp intellect and brilliant gameplay.
Bijal’s achievement goes beyond the prize money. Her victory reinforces the idea that the right mindset and a unique way of thinking can lead one to any milestone. Bijal’s name has now been added to the list of women who have made history by breaking barriers across various fields. Throughout the game, she maintained her composure and trusted her instincts. Bijal began this journey alongside her husband, Nilay Mehta; even after his own game ended, he continued to encourage and support her.
Commenting on Bijal’s historic win, the show’s host, Anil Kapoor, said, “In the very first episode, Bijal demonstrated that reaching ‘India’s Top 1%’ requires nothing more than presence of mind and street-smart thinking. She remained calm, alert, and ready for every challenge throughout the game. Our grand opening couldn't have been more spectacular. Bijal is our first winner, and I am especially proud that this historic victory belongs to a woman. She has truly proven that she belongs among ‘India’s Top 1%’!”
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Sep 19, 2026Sharing her joy over the victory, Bijal Shah said, “Winning ₹94 lakh and becoming the show’s first winner still feels like a dream. I focused on one question at a time and kept faith in myself. This victory is incredibly special to me. I truly feel that my father’s blessings and my son Pranit’s good fortune were with me throughout the game. Of course, none of this would have been possible without the support of my family.” In its very first episode, ‘India’s Top 1%’ transformed an original idea into a memorable moment that viewers could celebrate too. The show proved that often, one's greatest strength isn't just how much one knows, but how one thinks. And this time, Bijal Shah achieved this historic milestone through her sharp insight and confidence.
Watch ‘India’s Top 1% – The Anil Kapoor Show’ every Saturday and Sunday at 8 PM, only on Star Plus and JioHotstar.
