A special episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati 18 witnessed a rare and intense side of Amitabh Bachchan when renowned public prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam appeared on the sets as a guest. He was accompanied by actors Rajkummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi, who arrived to promote their upcoming film Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam. During the conversation, Ujjwal Nikam shared a startling and lesser-known incident stemming from the high-stakes trial of the 26/11 Mumbai terrorist attacks.
Kasab Claimed He Came Just to See Amitabh
Recounting details from the courtroom proceedings, Ujjwal Nikam revealed that terrorist Ajmal Kasab resorted to various false claims and tactics to evade justice. Among his many statements, Kasab once claimed that he had not come to Mumbai for the terror attacks, but rather just to catch a glimpse of actor Amitabh Bachchan. The moment Nikam shared this bizarre disclosure on the show, Amitabh Bachchan reacted with visible fury. The veteran actor snapped that had the terrorist dared to step near his house, he would not have walked away alive and would have been shot right on the spot.
Questioning the Delay in Justice
The megastar did not stop at reacting to the claim; he went on to question Ujjwal Nikam sharply about the judicial system. Amitabh asked why it took approximately four years to finally execute Kasab for his heinous crimes. Expressing deep frustration, he remarked that such criminals should have been dealt with instantly, questioning why the legal procedure took so much time. In response, Ujjwal Nikam explained the intricacies of court rules, constitutional procedures, and also shared how his very first meeting with the captured terrorist transpired.
Legal Hurdles and False Age Claims
Ujjwal Nikam further elaborated that Kasab tried every trick in the book to derail the trial. He initially claimed falsely that he was apprehended at Juhu Chowpatty on November 6 rather than being involved in the actual terror strikes. Furthermore, Kasab attempted to exploit the legal system by claiming he was a minor and that he had been detained by RAW. This created a significant legal hurdle regarding his age, making it imperative for the prosecution to legally establish his actual age before the main trial could proceed further.
Promoting the Biopic on Stage
This riveting exchange took place during a special promotional segment on Kaun Banega Crorepati 18 dedicated to the film Prahaar: The Untold Story of Ujjwal Nikam. In the film, actor Rajkummar Rao essays the role of the celebrated lawyer, while Wamiqa Gabbi plays a prominent part. To recap historical facts, Ajmal Kasab was the only terrorist caught alive during the devastating 2008 Mumbai attacks, and following an exhaustive judicial battle, he was finally hanged in the year 2012.
