Wheel of Fortune India promo: Akshay Kumar promises 'Paisa Hi Paisa' as Riteish Deshmukh-Genelia Deshmukh, and Shreyas Talpade join the high-octane show

Wheel of Fortune India, the localised version of the famous international game show, is all set to stream on Sony LIV (OTTPlay Premium) from Monday through Friday at 9:00 p.m., beginning January 27, 2026. Akshay Kumar will be hosting the show, bringing his dynamic "Khiladi" character to the game show format.

What is the new promo of Wheel of Fortune India all about?

In the new promo released, Kumar makes a spectacular entry in front of pyrotechnics, backup dancers, and a studio audience, showcasing the enormous production size. The set's design pays homage to the original American series' iconic circular pattern while updating it with lighting and bright colours to suit the Indian television scene.

As shown in the promo, the game's mechanics are based on the "Spin, Buy, and Solve" trifecta. Players can find out how much they could win by accurately guessing letters in a secret sentence by spinning a massive mechanical wheel. Following the original model, players must "buy" vowels with their winnings to solve difficult problems. The "Ghoomna-Phirna" and "Sass-Bahu Ka Drama" puzzle categories are highlighted in the promo, which aims to appeal to home audiences.

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What are the potential prizes in Wheel of Fortune India?

With Kumar announcing a prize ladder that starts at ₹1 and goes all the way up to a grand jackpot of ₹1 Crore, the financial stakes are astonishingly high. Prizes on the show will include high-end consumer electronics and cash, with 55-inch TVs and electric scooters shown in the teaser. But there are also high-stakes parts of the "Wheel"; for example, if you land on the "Nag" (Snake) image, you'll lose all your earnings from that round instantly, which ups the stakes.

Beyond its host, the show appears to leverage the influence of celebrities. In the promotional video, Riteish Deshmukh, Genelia Deshmukh, Shreyas Talpade, Gulshan Grover, and Shakti Kapoor appear, which could mean that there will be celebrity special episodes in addition to the usual contestants.

When and where can you watch Wheel of Fortune India?

With an emphasis on the combination of linguistic talent and sheer luck, Kumar stresses that the show is meant to be a life-altering "paisa hi paisa" (money and more money) event. The January 27 premiere date of Wheel of Fortune India is quickly approaching, and Sony is positioning it to be a staple of their weekday programming in 2026.

Wheel of Fortune India FAQs:

Q: Who is the host of Wheel of Fortune India?

A: Wheel of Fortune India is hosted by Akshay Kumar. Known for his high-energy "Khiladi" persona, Kumar marks his return to game show hosting with this localized adaptation of the iconic global format.

Q: When does Wheel of Fortune India start and what is the time slot?

A: Wheel of Fortune India is scheduled to premiere on January 27, 2026. The show will air in a prime-time slot at 9:00 PM, running every Monday through Friday.

Q: Where can I watch Wheel of Fortune India?

A: You can watch Wheel of Fortune India on Sony Entertainment Television (SET). It is also available for digital streaming on Sony's official platform, Sony LIV (OTTplay Premium).