Meet Man Who Won Rs 5 Crore On KBC, Went Bankrupt, Got Addicted To Alcohol, Sold Milk For Survival And Now Works As.....

While everyone remembers the man who created history by winning a staggering Rs 5 crore on Amitabh Bachchan’s Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC), not many know about the struggles and downfall he faced after that life-changing moment.

Zee Media Bureau | Aug 26, 2025, 22:23 PM IST

While everyone remembers the man who created history by winning a staggering Rs 5 crore on Amitabh Bachchan’s Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC), not many know about the struggles and downfall he faced after that life-changing moment.

 

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Who Won Rs 5 Crore on KBC?

Who Won Rs 5 Crore on KBC?

In 2011, Sushil Kumar from Bihar became a household name when he bagged the rs 5 crore jackpot on KBC. His victory was celebrated across the nation, turning him into an overnight star.

 

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What Happened After?

What Happened After?

Post his win, Sushil actively engaged in philanthropy, attending charity events and donating generously. However, his lack of financial knowledge and trusting nature soon became his biggest setbacks.  In a viral Facebook post, he admitted that many people took advantage of his generosity, leaving him financially vulnerable.

 

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Strained Marriage

Strained Marriage

Sushil revealed that his goodwill was exploited, and he ended up making poor financial decisions in the name of noble causes. 

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Strained Relationship With Wife

Strained Relationship With Wife

His wife often criticized him for failing to secure their own future while focusing on helping others, which strained their relationship further.

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Addiction & Downfall

Addiction & Downfall

Amidst the turmoil, Sushil fell into bad company and developed addictions to smoking and alcohol. During a stay in Delhi, he revealed he spent weeks drinking and smoking with different groups, which soon spiraled into a destructive lifestyle.

 

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Sold Milk For Living

Sold Milk For Living

His finances depleted rapidly, and the once-celebrated millionaire went bankrupt. To survive, he resorted to selling milk.

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A New Chapter as an Educator

A New Chapter as an Educator

Though Sushil had initially dreamt of entering the film industry and even tried his luck in Mumbai, those aspirations never materialized. Eventually, he found stability in a new role, working as an educator, rebuilding his life with resilience and purpose.

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