Shah Rukh Khan is back on TV to host television’s biggest entertainer ever, ‘Kya Aap Paanchvi Pass Se Tez Hain?’ It is a show, which has adult contestants testing their wits with a group of sprightly 10-year-olds.

Excited about hosting ‘Kya Aap Paanchvi Pass Se Tez Hain?’, Shah Rukh Khan says, “I was very keen to do this show because of the educational aspect attached to it, which has been an integral part our culture. Once the decision was made, Star Plus was the only television platform I could think, that could take me to every single television home in this country.”

Kya Aap Paanchvi Pass Se Tez Hain? is a television game show based on the international Mark Burnett format ‘Are you smarter than a 5th grader?’ where grade school level questions are put to adults from all walks of life, who are well heeled and confident and who attempt to relive school with success. The format originated in the United States, has launched successfully in 50 countries, and will now hit Indian television, courtesy Bulldog Media & Entertainment.

The essence of the show is the test that adults will be put to answer primary school questions, the pressure of going back to school and keeping their reputations intact. Even the likes of 2008 presidential candidates Hillary Clinton, Barack Obama and Rudy Guiliani have turned down the offer to be the on show as contestants. Such is the pressure!
First time on Indian television, viewers will witness contestants win this whopping sum – Five Crores to answer up to Fifth Standard questions, just imagine…

The five kids who feature with Shah Rukh Khan in Kya Aap Paanchvi Pass Se Tez Hain? were selected after months of stringent screening and aptitude tests held all over the country.
The spunky kids are classmates in the Paanchvi ki Kaksha. The childrenwill help the contestants (the adults) earn high marks and win big money.

Shriya Sharma (10) is called princess by SRK. She aspires to be an astronaut. Born and brought up in Palampur, Shriya is a topper in her class and has acted in the telly soap Kasautii Zindagii Kay. Bright in academics, English, maths, Geography and social studies are her strong subjects.

Dheriya Sorecha (9) is the naughtiest among the Paanchvi ki Paltan. SRK calls him Harry Puttar. As Dheriya says, “Harry Potter-like specs and smile are my style statement.” His fave subjects are maths, science, Hindi and social studies. He’s a smart, energetic student who also excels in extra-curricular activities. Dheriya aspires to become an actor.

Anubhav Motilal (9) is a die-hard SRK and Hritik Roshan fan. He wants to become a chef. This tech-savvy kid is a ready-reckoner for all current affairs and is equipped with excellent communication skills. His strong subjects are English, Hindi and general knowledge. Also known as the mini-dada of the Paanchvi Ki Paltan; Anubhav loves to take pangas with the learned adults who appear as participants.

Shreeparna Ghosal (10) aspires to be a doctor. She always comes first in class and enjoys her studies. Like many kids her age, Shreeparna loves singing, painting and dancing. But unlike the other kids, this sprightly wonderkid dares the intelligent, learned adults with her knowledge of maths, social studies, English and science.

Milanjeet Singh Bhatti (9) is called Milli puttar. He aspires to be an electronic engineer and that speaks a lot about this Paanchvi Pass kid. The best student, best orator of his school and a voracious reader, Milanjeet’s favourite subjects are geography, science, social studies and English.

The first contestant on Paanchvi Paas is Vedula Ramalakshmi from  Orissa. She’s a MA gold medalist and considers herself up-to date with her GK, especially class five stuff. Her husband, a palmist has predicted that she will win Rs 1 crore. The grand prize money for the show is Rs 5 crore for answering 11 questions right. Will Vedula make it?

How do I participate?

Starting tonight the 4^th of March, watch your favorite channel STAR PLUS to catch the participation question. The question premiers at 7pm and is flashed repeatedly till 5pm the next day. The viewer has to respond to this question before 5pm next day. To respond, the viewer can use any landline and mobile phone. and submit his answer via sms or voice call.

Modes of participation

a. Using a MTNL/BSNL landline or mobile phone

Dial 1862 888 7827 followed by one of the answer options (01 or 02 or 03 or 04). For example, to choose answer option 01, viewers should dial 1862 888 7827 01

b. Using the Voice Service, for mobile connections of Airtel, Aircel, Spice, and Vodafone mobile

Dial 505 7827 followed by one of the answer options (01 or 02 or 03 or 04). For example, to choose answer option 01, viewers should dial 505 7827 01.

c. Using the SMS Service for mobile connections of Airtel, Aircel, Idea, Tata Indicom, Spice and Vodafone mobile

sms PASS to 57827 followed by one of the answer options (01 or 02 or 03 or 04). For example, to choose answer option 01, viewers should sms PASS 01 to 57827.

Sample question

When is Republic Day celebrated in India?

Answer Options:

01: 26^th January

02: 25^th December

03: 15^th August

04: 2^nd October

For e.g. If the viewer chooses 26^th January as the answer, then they can send in their answers in the following ways:

a. Dial 1862 888 7827 01 from their BSNL/MTNL landline or mobile

b. Dial 505 7827 01 from their Airtel, Aircel, Spice, and Vodafone mobiles

c. SMS PASS to 57827 01 from their Aircel, Idea, Tata Indicom, and Spice mobiles

So what are you waiting for? Pick up the phone…answer the question flashed on STAR PLUS…and you could be the lucky one who will be in class with Shah Rukh Khan!

The game is just about to begin…and YOU could be taking home a cheque of Rs. 5,00,00,000