Akshay Kumar is all set to return to Indian television with ‘Wheel of Fortune India’, and a newly released promo gives a lively preview of what viewers can expect when the show premieres on January 27, 2026, on Sony Entertainment Television. The game show will air Monday to Friday at 9 pm, marking Akshay’s comeback to the genre with his familiar blend of humour, energy and crowd connect.

According to a press release issued on January 16, the latest promo captures Akshay in top form as he introduces the essence of the show, where words, letters and quick thinking can change fortunes in a single spin. The promo leans into playful wordplay with lines such as “Shabdon ki galatfehmi kar sakti hai behremi” and “Ab matter karega har ek akshar jab ghoomega jaadu ka chakkar”, underlining the show’s core twist — every letter truly counts.

Sharing the promo on Instagram, Akshay Kumar added his signature humour to the announcement. “Kismat aapki, paisa channel ka… aur dher saari masti meri taraf se ;)” he wrote, inviting audiences to tune in from January 27, Monday to Friday at 9 PM, on Sony Entertainment Television and SonyLIV. The post has already generated strong buzz, with fans expressing excitement at seeing him host a high-energy game show once again.

‘Wheel of Fortune’ is among the most iconic game show formats globally, with a legacy that spans decades. The show has been recognised by Variety as the most-watched entertainment show on American television, honoured by Guinness World Records as the world’s most popular TV game show, and has won the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Game Show. Its Indian adaptation marks a significant addition to Sony Entertainment Television’s non-fiction slate.

With Akshay Kumar at the centre, ‘Wheel of Fortune India’ promises a lively mix of luck, intelligence and entertainment, where a single spin can change everything. The combination of a globally loved format and a host known for his spontaneity is expected to make the show a strong draw for family audiences.

‘Wheel of Fortune India’ premieres on January 27, airing Monday to Friday at 9 pm, exclusively on Sony Entertainment Television and SonyLIV.