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Amitabh Bachchan

Amitabh Bachchan

Height: 1.85 m DOB: 11 October 1942

Referred to as the Shahenshah of Bollywood, Star of the Millennium, or Big B, he has since appeared in over 190 Indian films in a career spanning almost five decades.

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Flooding in Amitabh Bachchan’s 'vulnerable' Janak office as Cyclone Tauktae hits Mumbai

Celebrities | May 19, 2021, 04:27 PM IST

Amitabh Bachchan described how his Mumbai office Janak has been affected by the cyclone. Sharing a note, he informed Tauktae has blown away staff shelters at his place and the office has been flooded.

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Bollywood actors urge fans to stay home as 'Cyclone Tauktae' approaches Mumbai coast

Celebrities | May 17, 2021, 06:08 PM IST

With cyclone Tauktae advancing over Mumbai, several Bollywood celebrities urged their fans to stay indoors and remain safe. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that the cyclone is expected, and it has already reached Mumbai.

Big B on raising COVID-19 relief funds: It's embarrassing' to ask for donations

Big B on raising COVID-19 relief funds: It's embarrassing to ask for donations

Celebrities | May 17, 2021, 06:54 AM IST

Veteran star Amitabh Bachchan is one of such big names from the Bollywood industry who was targeted by some of the social media users regarding the same. The senior Bachchan had already addressed the reasons for not speaking about the charity on his personal blog saying that he 'believes in doing charity rather than speaking about it'.  

Big B after getting second dose of COVID-19 vaccine: Dusra Bhi Ho Gaya

Big B after getting second dose of COVID-19 vaccine: Dusra Bhi Ho Gaya

Celebrities | May 16, 2021, 09:43 AM IST

Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who got his first shot of the COVID-19 vaccine in early April has finally got his second dose. The 'Don' actor who is quite active on social media took to his Instagram handle and shared the news with his fans. Alongside the same, he shared a picture of himself from the vaccination center where he is seen getting his jab.

Amitabh Bachchan buys oxygen concentrators from Poland, donates ventilators to BMC

Amitabh Bachchan buys oxygen concentrators from Poland, donates ventilators to BMC

Celebrities | May 15, 2021, 06:15 AM IST

Amitabh Bachchan has blogged about how he purchased 50 oxygen concentrators from Poland and donated ventilators to BrihanMumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC).

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Every individual effort counts: Amitabh Bachchan as he gives details about charity work

Celebrities | May 14, 2021, 01:07 PM IST

Amitabh Bachchan announced that he had contributed for another COVID care facility in Mumbai''s Juhu, which is now ready and will be operational in a day.

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Prasoon Joshi reacts after Amitabh Bachchan credits him for poem

Celebrities | May 13, 2021, 04:45 PM IST

Prasoon Joshi has reacted after veteran Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan rectified his error and credited Joshi for the poem which he had recited on social media.

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Big B rectifies error, credits Prasoon Joshi for poem he recited to encourage Covid warriors

Celebrities | May 12, 2021, 07:49 PM IST

After Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan dropped a hopeful video, reciting a Hindi poem penned to encourage frontline workers and Covid warriors, he, on Wednesday took to social media to rectify a mistake he made by crediting his father, the late poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan for the poem. He has now acknowledged that the poem is actually written by poet-lyricist Prasoon Joshi. 

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Amitabh Bachchan says he donated Rs 15 crore towards COVID-19 relief work

Celebrities | May 11, 2021, 05:55 PM IST

Amitabh Bachchan has said he has pledged at least Rs 15 crore till date in India's fight against the coronavirus pandemic and will not hesitate to contribute more from his "personal funds" if the need arises.

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COVID: Amitabh Bachchan recites father Harivansh Rai's poem to encourage frontline workers, warriors

Celebrities | May 11, 2021, 04:34 PM IST

Amitabh Bachchan on Tuesday took to social media to encourage frontline workers and Covid warriors at a time when India is fighting the deadliest pandemic. 

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Amitabh Bachchan responds to online abuse regarding charity, says 'It is to be done, than spoken of'

Celebrities | May 10, 2021, 11:54 PM IST

Amitabh Bachchan addressed the online hate and abusive comments he has been receiving by social media users. The actor took to his blog to address the slew of negative comments that he has been subjected to, alleging him for not contributing towards COVID-19 relief.

Amitabh Bachchan donates Rs 2 crore to COVID-19 care facility in Delhi

Amitabh Bachchan donates Rs 2 crore to COVID-19 care facility in Delhi

Celebrities | May 10, 2021, 02:24 PM IST

Manjinder Singh Sirsa said when Delhi was facing a crunch in oxygen supply, megastar Amitabh Bachchan would every day enquire about the progress at the facility, which started operations on Monday afternoon with 300 beds.

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Twitter user says Abhishek Bachchan is better actor than father Amitabh Bachchan, actor responds

Celebrities | May 09, 2021, 05:01 PM IST

Every role Abhishek Bachchan does and every character he plays is closely scrutinised and compared to his legendary father Amitabh Bachchan.

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COVID 19: Amitabh Bachchan to join Pope Francis, Joe Biden in global event to inspire vaccine drive

Celebrities | May 09, 2021, 04:20 PM IST

Global Citizen's VAX LIVE: The Concert To Reunite The World, which aims to inspire vaccine confidence worldwide and help get the Covid-19 vaccine to everyone everywhere. 

Kaun Banega Crorepati 13: Digital selection to screening process, how to register for Amitabh Bachch

KBC 13: Digital selection to screening process, how to register for Amitabh Bachchan's show

TV | May 09, 2021, 10:04 AM IST

Hosted by megastar Amitabh Bachchan, the iconic show Kaun Banega Crorepati which airs on Sony Entertainment Television announces its 13th season. Like last year, this season the entire selection process will be done digitally and KBC is expecting to witness a multifold increase in participation from the audience. Have a look at all the steps you need to follow for registration!

I Breathe For India: Amitabh Bachchan, Anil Kapoor & others join Covid crisis relief virtual fundrai

I Breathe For India: Big B, Anil Kapoor & others join Covid crisis relief virtual fundraiser

May 07, 2021, 11:08 AM IST

Stars like Amitabh Bachchan, Anil Kapoor, AR Rahman and others have come together with the non-profit organisation Give India to raise funds for Covid relief in India. A virtual fundraiser campaign is being conducted by Give India, called 'I Breathe for India: Covid Crisis Relief' which will be hosted by Lara Dutta and Shyamal Vallabhjee.

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Amitabh Bachchan's Kaun Banega Crorepati returns with season 13, registrations begin from this date

TV | May 05, 2021, 05:41 PM IST

Kaun Banega Crorepati to return with season 13. Calling people for registration, Amitabh Bachchan in the 20-second clip about how one can traverse the distance between dream and reality by trying hard.

Amitabh Bachchan urges fans amid COVID-19 pandemic: Follow rules, stay disciplined

Amitabh Bachchan urges fans amid COVID-19 pandemic: Follow rules, stay disciplined

Celebrities | May 05, 2021, 11:25 AM IST

After several celebrities came together to create awareness and help tackle the ongoing COVID-19 crisis in the nation, megastar Amitabh Bachchan on Wednesday shared a thought-provoking tweet while urging people to follow all health protocols, including staying disciplined amid the pandemic.

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Hanuman Jayanti: Amitabh Bachchan drops music video of 'Jai Hanuman' from upcoming series 'Ramyug'

Celebrities | Apr 27, 2021, 10:11 PM IST

Amitabh Bachchan dropped the mesmerising music video of 'Jai Hanuman' from the upcoming web series 'Ramyug'. Take a look

Rashmika Mandanna all set for her third Bollywood project after Mission Majnu and Goodbye?

Rashmika Mandanna all set for her third Bollywood project after Mission Majnu and Goodbye?

Celebrities | Apr 27, 2021, 12:23 PM IST

South actress Rashmika Mandanna is all set for her Bollywood debut opposite Sidharth Malhotra in 'Mission Majnu.' Not only this but she is even a part of another project 'Goodbye' co-starring megastar Amitabh Bachchan. While fans were celebrating the fact, the actress recently hinted about another project in the Hindi film industry. Yes, that's true!

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