Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar is all set to return to Indian television with a brand-new avatar as the host of Wheel of Fortune India which premieres on January 27 2026 on Sony Entertainment Television. The iconic game show will air Monday to Friday at 9 PM promising high-energy entertainment every night.
The newly released promo captures Akshay at his absolute best sharp lively and effortlessly entertaining. Packed with humour and fast-paced moments the promo highlights the show’s core concept where a single letter can make all the difference. Punchlines like “Shabdon ki galatfehmi kar sakti hai behremi” and “Ab matter karega har ek akshar jab ghoomega jaadu ka chakkar” cleverly set the mood, emphasising how wit, language and timing can instantly turn luck around.
Sharing the promo on Instagram Akshay Kumar added his signature humour to the announcement writing “Kismat aapki, paisa channel ka aur dher saari masti meri taraf se 😉 Wheel of Fortune aa raha hai 27 January se Mon–Fri raat 9 baje sirf @sonytvofficial aur @sonylivindia par.
The post has already created buzz with fans eagerly awaiting his return to the game-show format.
Internationally Wheel of Fortune enjoys legendary status in television history. The format has been named America’s Most-Watched Entertainment Show by Variety recognised by Guinness World Records as the World’s Most Popular TV Game Show and has earned the prestigious Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Game Show. Now the globally celebrated franchise is ready to make its grand Indian debut on Sony Entertainment Television.
With Akshay Kumar leading the charge Wheel of Fortune India promises a thrilling blend of luck intelligence and laughter where every spin holds the power to change lives.
Don’t miss Wheel of Fortune India starting January 27 airing Monday to Friday at 9 PM exclusively on Sony Entertainment Television and SonyLIV.
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