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Amitabh Bachchan
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- Born 11 October 1942
- Place of Birth Prayagraj
- Occupation Film Actor, Film Producer, Singer, Television Actor, Actor, Writer
- Father Harivansh Rai Bachchan
- Mother Teji Bachchan
- Spouse Jaya Bhaduri (1973)
- Siblings Ajitabh Bachchan
- Education Sherwood College, Kirori Mal College, Boys' High School & College, Post Graduate Government College - 11, Chandigarh
- Years active 1969-present
- Other names Angry Young Man, Mahanayak, Shahenshah, Big B
- Children Abhishek Bachchan, Shweta Bachchan Nanda
- Net Worth 470,000,000 United States Dollar ( Source: Wikipedia )
Related Other Pages:
- The Real Superstar,
- Ajitabh Bachchan,
- Sholay
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ABOUT Amitabh Bachchan
Amitabh Bachchan is an Indian superstar who has appeared in numerous Hindi movies. He is often regarded as one of the greatest actors of Indian cinema. Amitabh Bachchan was born in Allahabad, to poet father Harivansh Rai Srivastava (Bachchan), a well-known Hindi poet and mother Teji Bachchan. Amitabh Bachchan achieved stardom with films like Zanjeer (1973), Deewar (1975), Don and Trishul. He also earned the tag of Angry Young Man for his powerful performances. Bachchan saw a sluggish career progress through the 80's. However, he came back as a host to of Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC), the Indian adaptation of the British television game show, Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? Amitabh was "voted the greatest star of stage or screen" in a BBC Your Millennium online poll. BBC noted, "Many people in the western world will not have heard of him....but is a reflection of the huge popularity of Indian films." In his second coming, he is enjoying a resurgence in popularity with films such as Pink, Paa, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Sarkaar etc.
Amitabh Bachchan FILMS AND CREDITS
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Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia
Amitabh Bachchan AWARDS
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Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia
AMITABH BACHCHAN NEWS
'I'll destroy your career': What Amitabh Bachchan told Shankar Mahadevan 'mazze mei' when he asked him to dub 'Kajra Re' portions
August 28, 2025 3:33 pm
Shankar Mahadevan recalled how Amitabh Bachchan refused to sing his portions in Kajra Re and insisted that Shankar's vocals remain in the final version.
Bollywood actor got a YRF debut, worked with Shah Rukh Khan, Manoj Bajpayee; but roles dried up and she had to learn interior design
August 28, 2025 12:10 pm
The sister of a popular star said that she had to create new opportunities for herself after good roles started drying up in the film industry; she broke out with a star-studded YRF project, but a string of unreleased and unsuccessful films derailed her career.
'Amitabh Bachchan faced bankruptcy, never complained': Ashish Vidyarthi recalls how Big B reacted after losing everything
August 27, 2025 4:10 pm
Actor Amitabh Bachchan went through a tumultuous financial period during the 90s, but the actor manages to bounce back right into the heart of Bollywood.
Amitabh Bachchan would be on set at 5 am even when his shoot would start hours later, recalls Mohabbatein co-actor: 'He wasn't the main character but...'
August 26, 2025 5:18 pm
Amitabh Bachchan was going through a rater difficult time in his professional life when he requested Yash Chopra for work.
Nalini Jaywant, the Golden Age Bollywood heroine whose body wasn't discovered until three days after her death
September 04, 2025 4:20 pm
She was once described by Dilip Kumar as his favourite co-star ever; she worked with the likes of Ashok Kumar and Dev Anand, and won a Filmfare award in 1958. But she died alone, forgotten by the film industry and her own family.
Amitabh Bachchan-Katrina Kaif film was shot at Dubai hotel that turned down James Bond, on Gaddafi's private jet; flopped instantly, bankrupted Jackie Shroff
August 20, 2025 12:26 pm
Jackie Shroff's wife, Ayesha Shroff decided to bet it all on Boom (2003) which had a stellar cast including her husband, Amitabh Bachchan, Gulshan Grover, and debutante Katrina Kaif.
Amitabh Bachchan, 82, pens candid blog about life, says simple acts like wearing trousers now require thought: 'Doctors advise...do not try to stand while you put them on'
August 20, 2025 1:35 pm
He also acknowledged that he has an "early meal and goes to bed early" routine on most days which is something he swears by
Amitabh Bachchan’s bungalow Prateeksha flooded during Mumbai rains, ankle-deep floodwater seen inside the house. Watch
August 20, 2025 10:24 am
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan’s iconic Juhu bungalow Prateeksha too is affected by the heavy rains in Mumbai.
Amitabh Bachchan reveals ageing challenges: Geriatric doctor shares exercise routines that can build muscle and shield you from falls
August 20, 2025 7:55 am
Dr Mohsin Wali, 72, on what he learnt from Bachchan, whom he met during an exercise session in a London hotel decades ago, and past Presidents he served as physician
Bollywood’s infamous villain’s henchman, body double to Amitabh Bachchan, met an untimely end at just 37
August 19, 2025 9:12 pm
Manik Irani earned significant recognition as a character actor and stunt double, rising to immense popularity after his memorable role in Subhash Ghai’s Hero. However, his life was tragically cut short due to complications from alcoholism.
