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Amitabh Bachchan
Category: Actor
Primary Genre/Field: Bollywood Actor
Status: Active
Years Active: 11 October 1942
Personal Information
Amitabh Bachchan – Information
Personal Details
Full Name: Amitabh Harivansh Rai Bachchan
Date of Birth: 11 October 1942
Place of Birth: Allahabad (now Prayagraj), Uttar Pradesh, India
Parents: Harivansh Rai Bachchan (renowned poet), Teji Bachchan
Spouse: Jaya Bhaduri Bachchan (actress & politician)
Children: Shweta Bachchan Nanda, Abhishek Bachchan (actor)
Nicknames: Big B, Shahenshah of Bollywood, Angry Young Man
Biography
Amitabh Bachchan – Biography
Brother: Ajitabh Bachchan.
Education: Sherwood College, Nainital & Kirori Mal College, Delhi University.
Worked briefly at Shaw Wallace and Bird & Co. before entering films.
Entry into Films
- Debut in Saat Hindustani (1969).
- Gained recognition with Anand (1971), winning Filmfare Best Supporting Actor.
- Breakthrough came with Zanjeer (1973), establishing him as the “Angry Young Man.”
- Followed by iconic films: Deewaar, Sholay, Don, Amar Akbar Anthony, Muqaddar Ka Sikandar.
Career Highlights
- Known for versatility – action, comedy, romance, and tragedy.
- Survived a life-threatening accident during Coolie (1982); the nation prayed for his recovery.
- Won National Awards for Agneepath (1990), Black (2005), Paa (2009), Piku (2015), Gulabo Sitabo (2020).
- Reinvented his career with Kaun Banega Crorepati (2000) and films like Mohabbatein, K3G, Baghban, and Pink.
Personal Life
- Married Jaya Bhaduri (1973).
- Daughter-in-law: Actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan; grandchildren include Navya Naveli, Agastya, and Aaradhya.
Politics & Business
- Entered politics in 1984 as a Congress MP, and later resigned after controversies.
- Founded ABCL (Amitabh Bachchan Corporation Ltd.), which faced heavy financial losses.
- Overcame debts and bounced back stronger.
Legacy
- Nicknamed “Shahenshah of Bollywood” and “Big B.”
- Voted Star of the Millennium by a BBC poll.
- One of the most respected, influential, and enduring actors in Indian cinema.
Career Highlights
1969: Debuted with Saat Hindustani; narrated Bhuvan Shome.
1971: Won Filmfare Best Supporting Actor for Anand.
1973: Breakthrough with Zanjeer as Inspector Vijay Khanna.
1975: Iconic films Deewaar, Sholay, Chupke Chupke, Mili — became the “Angry Young Man.”
1977–78: Major hits Amar Akbar Anthony, Don, Muqaddar Ka Sikandar, Trishul.
1980s: Successful run with Lawaaris, Silsila, Satte Pe Satta, Coolie, Sharaabi, Mard.
1990s: Won National Award for Agneepath (1990) and starred in Hum (1991), Khuda Gawah, Mohabbatein.
2000s: Memorable roles in K3G, Baghban, Khakee, Black (National Award), Sarkar.
2009: National Award for Paa.
2010s: Acclaimed performances in Aarakshan, Satyagraha, Piku (National Award), Pink.
2020s: Films include Gulabo Sitabo, Jhund, Brahmāstra, Uunchai.
2024: Played Ashwatthama in Kalki 2898 AD.
Upcoming: Vettaiyan (Tamil), Ramayana: Part 1, Zamaanat.
Recent Activity
Amitabh Bachchan Recent Activity
Amitabh Bachchan was recently seen in the epic sci-fi film Kalki 2898 AD, starring alongside Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Kamal Haasan. The movie combines mythology with a futuristic setting, offering audiences a unique cinematic experience.
Key Highlights of the Film
Epic Visuals: A visually grand spectacle, set in a futuristic universe.
Amitabh’s Role: Bachchan plays Ashwatthama, an immortal warrior from the Mahabharata, reimagined in a modern sci-fi world.
Star Cast: Features Prabhas in the lead, with Deepika Padukone and Kamal Haasan in pivotal roles.
Storyline: Blends mythology and science fiction, exploring the eternal battle between gods, good, and evil.
Audience Experience: Engages viewers with high-quality VFX, world-building, and intense action sequences.
Critical Response: Praised for its visuals and scale, though some reviews noted it requires patience due to its length and complexity.
Why It Stands Out
Brings Indian mythology to global-style sci-fi cinema.
Marks one of Amitabh Bachchan’s most powerful roles in recent years.
Sets the stage for an ambitious cinematic universe.
Recognition & Stats
Amitabh Bachchan – Information
Personal Details
Full Name: Amitabh Harivansh Rai Bachchan
Date of Birth: 11 October 1942
Place of Birth: Allahabad (now Prayagraj), Uttar Pradesh, India
Parents: Harivansh Rai Bachchan (renowned poet), Teji Bachchan
Spouse: Jaya Bhaduri Bachchan (actress & politician)
Children: Shweta Bachchan Nanda, Abhishek Bachchan (actor)
Nicknames: Big B, Shahenshah of Bollywood, Angry Young Man