13 June,2026 10:33 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Anil Kapoor (Picture via Instagram)
Veteran Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor is all set to return to television as the host of Star Plus' upcoming reality game show, India Ke Top 1percent. The makers recently unveiled a new promo featuring the actor, who spoke about the unique concept of the show and why it instantly resonated with him. The promo has already generated excitement among viewers eager to see Kapoor lead yet another high-profile television project.
Unlike traditional quiz shows that focus heavily on general knowledge and memorisation, India Ke Top 1percent aims to test participants' cognitive abilities through challenges involving logic, observation, reasoning, and decision-making under pressure. Contestants will be judged on how effectively they can process information and solve problems in real-time rather than how many facts they can recall.
Opening up about why India Ke Top 1percent resonates with him, Anil Kapoor said, "I have always believed that India is a nation driven by raw instinct, unmatched observation, and incredible street-smartness. Walk down any street in our country, and you will find people who can outsmart anyone under the sun, not because they memorized an encyclopedia, but because their brainpower is sharpened by life experiences. In India, we take immense pride in being 'jugadu' it's our ultimate superpower that makes Indians everywhere the top 1percent of their fields. That's why when I saw the format of "India ke top 1percent", it instantly clicked with me. This isn't a show that asks you which year so-and-so treaty was signed; it gauges how efficiently your mind can function under pressure using pure logic and common sense. It completely levels the playing field!"
He further added, "I am thrilled to host the show on Star Plus. We are giving our people a stage to flaunt the logical prowess that is so unique to India and Indians, and I'm proud to play my part in it."
Expressing his excitement about hosting the show, the actor said he is thrilled to provide a platform where people can showcase their analytical skills and mental agility. He added that the series highlights a side of intelligence that is deeply rooted in everyday Indian life and is often overlooked in conventional competition formats.
With Anil Kapoor at the helm and a fresh format focused on real-world intelligence, India Ke Top 1percent is expected to bring a new flavour to Indian television when it premieres on Star Plus.
