What kind of preparations did you make before you went on the show?

I wanted to take home at least Rs 25 to 50 lakh. By God's grace, I won Rs 5 crores.  

I didn't prepare much because I had an idea of what would be asked. I did some preparation with whatever books I had. 

Do you watch KBC regularly?

I used to watch KBC at my neighbour's place for many years when we did not own a television. I have been watching KBC for the past 11 years and I would get the answers right most of the time, till the level of Rs 50 lakh. So I was confident that I would at least win Rs 50 lakh. But I never expected even in my wildest dream that I would win Rs 5 crores.

Is this your first attempt to come on KBC?

No. This is my second attempt. I had tried my luck in the previous season but couldn't make it. This attempt was worth it because it not only made me sit on the hot seat but also changed my life completely.

What was the experience like?

On October 17, I got a call to participate in the show. It was shot on October 24. 

It was a very big thing for me to meet Amitabh Bachchan. I used to see him on the television. When I came here, I touched his feet because I was not sure if I would be able to reach this stage, since Fastest Finger First is very tough and there is no guarantee if one can play the game even if he is knowledgeable.

So, I hugged him. I think that was one of the biggest achievements for me. I was quite nervous when I made it to the hot seat. But it vanished completely because Amitabh  Bachchanji made me comfortable and calmed me down. I wore shoes for the second time in my life when I shot for the episode. 

The happiness is difficult to describe in words. I am still to come to terms with the fact that I have made history. 

What was the jackpot question?

I have been told not to speak before the telecast on November 2. I had saved two life lines: Double Dip and Phone A Friend. The jackpot question was linked to my civil service question so I was confident but still used the life lines to reconfirm the answer. 

What was your reaction when Amitabh Bachchan announced that you have won Rs 5 crores?

First, I screamed loudly! The next five minutes I went blank. I don't remember what I did in my happiness. I will come to know only after I watch the episode.