Amitabh Bachchan
Amitabh Bachchan
Amitabh Bachchan (born 11 October 1942) is an Indian actor, film producer, television host, playback singer, and former politician. He is one of the most successful and influential actors in the history of Indian cinema. Bachchan has acted in over 200 films in a career spanning more than five decades. He is often referred to as the "Shahenshah of Bollywood" or "Big B".
Bachchan was born in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India, to Harivansh Rai Bachchan, a poet, and Teji Bachchan, a social activist. He has a younger brother, Ajitabh Bachchan, and a younger sister, Reema Bachchan. Bachchan attended Sherwood College in Nainital and Kirori Mal College in Delhi.
Bachchan began his acting career in the 1969 film Saat Hindustani. He went on to star in several successful films, including Zanjeer (1973), Deewaar (1975), Sholay (1975), Kabhi Kabhie (1976), Amar Akbar Anthony (1977), Don (1978), Muqaddar Ka Sikandar (1978), Lawaaris (1981), Namak Halaal (1982), Coolie (1983), Mr. Natwarlal (1985), Shehenshah (1988), Agneepath (1990), Hum (1991), Khuda Gawah (1992), Aankhen (1993), Major Saab (1998), Mohabbatein (2000), Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001), Aarakshan (2011), Paa (2009), Black (2005), Sarkar (2005), Cheeni Kum (2007), Bhootnath (2008), Piku (2015), Pink (2016), 102 Not Out (2018), Badla (2019), Gulabo Sitabo (2020), and Jhund (2022).
Bachchan is also a successful producer. He has produced several films, including Black (2005), Paa (2009), Sarkar (2005), Cheeni Kum (2007), Bhootnath (2008), Piku (2015), and Pink (2016).
Bachchan is known for his baritone voice, his expressive eyes, and his versatile acting skills. He is also known for his philanthropy and his work with various charities.
Awards and honors:
- 4 National Film Awards
- 15 Filmfare Awards
- 11 Star Screen Awards
- 6 Zee Cine Awards
- 4 IIFA Awards
- 3 Stardust Awards
- 1 Padma Shri (1984)
- 1 Padma Bhushan (2001)
- 1 Padma Vibhushan (2015)
- 1 Chevalier de la Légion d'honneur (2007)
Legacy:
Amitabh Bachchan is one of the most successful and influential actors in the history of Indian cinema. He has acted in over 200 films in a career spanning more than five decades. Bachchan is often referred to as the "Shahenshah of Bollywood" or "Big B".
Bachchan is known for his baritone voice, his expressive eyes, and his versatile acting skills. He is also known for his philanthropy and his work with various charities.
Bachchan is a role model for many people around the world. He is an example of someone who has used their platform to make a positive difference in the world. Bachchan is a reminder that anything is possible if you work hard and never give up on your dreams.
