Updated On: 02 January, 2026 05:38 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Mona Singh revealed on Kaun Banega Crorepati 17 that she gave around 50 auditions to land Jassi Jaisi Koi Nahin, travelling daily from Pune to Mumbai. Her candid account highlighted perseverance behind her iconic television breakthrough

Mona Singh
During a recent episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati 17, actress Mona Singh revisited the struggle-filled journey that led to her iconic breakthrough in Jassi Jaisi Koi Nahin. The actor revealed that landing the role was far from easy, as she went through nearly 50 auditions before finally being selected.
As Mona walked onto the KBC stage, the audience greeted her with loud cheers of “Jassi,” a reminder of the lasting impact of her character. Speaking to host Amitabh Bachchan, she shared how determined she was during her early days, recalling, “Main roz Pune se bus pakad ke Mumbai aati thi audition dene.”