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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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South African care facility supported by Amitabh Bachchan in COVID-19 controversy

South African care facility supported by Amitabh Bachchan in COVID-19 controversy

Celebrities | Apr 25, 2020, 11:45 AM IST

A century-old South African residential care facility for the aged which is strongly supported by screen legend Amitabh Bachchan is at the centre of a controversy over alleged contravention of regulations during the current nationwide lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Abhishek recalls his first stage performance with 'pretty cool dude' and father Amitabh Bachchan

Abhishek recalls his first stage performance with 'pretty cool dude' and father Amitabh Bachchan

Celebrities | Apr 24, 2020, 08:11 PM IST

Abhishek Bachchan got all nostalgic as he shared a throwback photo with father and megastar Amitabh Bachchan from their first stage performance which happened 16 years ago.

Amitabh Bachchan sends heartfelt greetings on Ramadan 2020 with throwback film's photo

Amitabh Bachchan sends heartfelt greetings on Ramadan 2020 with throwback film's photo

Celebrities | Apr 24, 2020, 07:16 AM IST

Amitabh Bachchan was recently seen in a short film called Family on coronavirus lockdown. The film earned huge applause from the fans and film fraternity. It also starred Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Diljit Dosanjh and Priyanka Chopra from Bollywood.

Amitabh Bachchan throws challenge to fans: Can you guess the name of his movie? (In Pic)

Amitabh Bachchan throws challenge to fans: Can you guess the name of his movie? (In Pic)

Celebrities | Apr 23, 2020, 12:56 PM IST

Given the trying times given the outbreak of the coronavirus, megastar Amitabh Bachchan is helping lighten people’s mood with his latest social media post. Today, he threw a challege for his fans asking them to guess the name of his movie sharing a picture related to the same.

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Amitabh Bachchan's Marathi film AB Aani CD set for digital premiere on May 1

Apr 22, 2020, 05:30 PM IST

Amitabh Bachchan's Marathi movie AB Aani CD was one of the first few theatrical releases to be impacted by the nation-wide lockdown due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

Amitabh Bachchan lauds coronavirus warriors with a

Amitabh Bachchan lauds coronavirus warriors with a heartfelt Instagram post

Celebrities | Apr 22, 2020, 07:48 AM IST

The health care workers across the country are working day and night to treat the infected people in hospitals. While the Government of India is exercising every right in their authority to protect the health care workers from the pandemic, Amitabh Bachchan appreciated healthcare workers with a heartfelt post on social media.

Not really keen to remake Sholay, says Ramesh Sippy

Not really keen to remake Sholay, says Ramesh Sippy

Bollywood | Apr 21, 2020, 10:15 AM IST

An attempt to recreate "Sholay" was done by Ram Gopal Varma in 2007, with "Ram Gopal Varma Ki Aag". However, Varma's attempt was universally rejected and the film failed at box office. Sippy's "Sholay" starred Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, Sanjeev Kumar, Hema Malini and Jaya Bachchan among others. Today, the film is primarily remembered for Amjad Khan's iconic performance as the film's arch villain, dacoit Gabbar Singh.

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When Amitabh Bachchan and boxing legend Muhammad Ali almost co-starred in a Bollywood film

Apr 20, 2020, 04:26 PM IST

Amitabh Bachchan revealed how one of the "Golden directors" of Bollywood, Prakash Mehra had wanted to make a film featuring him and the late American boxer Muhammad Ali.

Amitabh Bachchan misses crowds outside his house Jalsa amid lockdown

Amitabh Bachchan misses crowds outside his house Jalsa amid lockdown

Celebrities | Apr 20, 2020, 03:59 PM IST

Amitabh Bachchan remembers the 'ecstatic wild faces and mobiles recording the moment' outside his house Jalsa every Sunday.

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Amitabh Bachchan joins hands with Sony TV to provide aid to film industry workers

Apr 18, 2020, 04:02 PM IST

Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) in its media release mentioned the contribution made by Amitabh Bachchan in partnership with Sony TV and Kalyan Jewellers.

Amitabh Bachchan donates Rs 1.8 crore to Telugu cinema workers, Chiranjeevi lauds Big B for 'wonderf

Amitabh Bachchan donates Rs 1.8 crore to Telugu cinema workers, Chiranjeevi lauds Big B

Celebrities | Apr 18, 2020, 07:07 AM IST

While extending his gratitude towards Amitabh Bachchan, Chiranjeevi also shared a picture which is from the latest short film Family that was created to spread a message on coronavirus.

Amitabh Bachchan's blog clocks 12 years

Amitabh Bachchan's blog clocks 12 years: Four thousand four hundred and twenty four days of writing

Celebrities | Apr 17, 2020, 12:31 PM IST

On Friday, April 17, Amitabh Bachchan's blog clocked 12 years and he is thrilled. Taking to social media, he shared a post thanking his fans for supporting him throughout this journey.

Amitabh Bachchan shares customized emoticons, Seen them yet?

Amitabh Bachchan shares customized emoticons, Seen them yet?

Celebrities | Apr 16, 2020, 06:11 PM IST

“In the world full of Artificial Intelligence, this is what we shall eventually be and he is just trying to keep ahead", says Amitabh Bachchan while sharing the emojis.

Amitabh Bachchan recalls shooting 'Naseeb' with Rishi Kapoor; shares throwback photo calling it 'ama

Amitabh Bachchan recalls shooting 'Naseeb' with Rishi Kapoor; shares throwback photo

Celebrities | Apr 15, 2020, 02:02 PM IST

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan shared a throwback photo with Chintu aka Rishi Kapoor during the time when they were shooting for the song 'Rang Jaamaake' from 1981 film 'Naseeb.'

Amitabh Bachchan pens thoughtful note amid coronavirus outbreak with this throwback pic

Amitabh Bachchan pens thoughtful note amid coronavirus outbreak with this throwback pic

Celebrities | Apr 14, 2020, 05:22 PM IST

Amitabh Bachchan is all praise for late composer Aadesh Shrivastava's son Avitesh's new song Yaadein. The younger singer and composer has released the song with co-singer Raveena Mehta.

Lockdown 2.0 till May 3: Prasoon Joshi, Rangoli Chandel, and other B'town celebrities laud PM Modi's

Lockdown 2.0 till May 3: Prasoon Joshi, Rangoli Chandel, and other B'town celebrities laud PM Modi

Celebrities | Apr 14, 2020, 02:14 PM IST

After PM Narendra Modi's speech to extend the coronavirus lockdown till May 3, various Bollywood celebrities like Rangoli, Prasoon Joshi and others praised him for his decision for the betterment of the country and the people.

Happy Baisakhi: Amitabh Bachchan, Ajay Devgn and other B'town stars wish fans bounty of happiness

Happy Baisakhi: Amitabh Bachchan, Ajay Devgn and other B'town stars wish fans bounty of happiness

Celebrities | Apr 13, 2020, 12:43 PM IST

Bollywood celebs like Amitabh Bachchan, Ajay Devgn, and others took to social media to extend wishes to their fans on the occasion of Baisakhi 2020 which will be celebrated amid coronavirus lockdown.

Happy Easter Sunday 2020: Amitabh Bachchan wishes safety for all, Shraddha Kapoor enjoys cheat day

Happy Easter Sunday 2020: Amitabh Bachchan wishes safety for all, Shraddha Kapoor enjoys cheat day

Apr 12, 2020, 07:34 PM IST

A string of Bollywood celebrities took to social media and wished their friends and fans a Happy Easter amid the coronavirus crisis urging everyone to stay safe and abide by the rules of lockdown.

Amitabh Bachchan challenges fans to identify people in this throwback picture

Amitabh Bachchan challenges fans to identify people in this throwback picture. Are you game for it?

Celebrities | Apr 11, 2020, 12:34 PM IST

Amitabh Bachchan wrote that since everyone is talking about the difficult times during this pandemic, he decided to relive some old memories while sitting at his home in quarantine. Check out the throwback photo and try to identify the actors here.

Amitabh Bachchan reveals what made his believe that 'blindness is on its way'

Amitabh Bachchan reveals what made his believe that 'blindness is on its way'

Celebrities | Apr 10, 2020, 02:21 PM IST

Amitabh Bachchan later revealed that his doctor has assured him that he is not turning blind. It is just enhanced screen-time which is taking a toll on the eye.

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