Amitabh Bachchan

Amitabh Bachchan

D.O.B.: 11th Oct, 1942

Gender: Male

Industry: Bollywood

Profession Actor

 

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Prabhas arrived with home cooked food for Amitabh Bachchan, Big B tied the bridge of praise like this

Prabhas arrived with home cooked food for Amitabh Bachchan, Big B tied the bridge of praise like this - Feb 21,2022

    Shahenshah of Bollywood Amitabh Bachchan is currently shooting for his upcoming film 'Project K' with Bahubali star Prabhas. Where he is seen enjoying the company of Prabhas a lot. Amitabh keeps sharing this information with his fans on social media. Recently, Prabhas reached the s

Cinema has brought India, Egypt closer: Amitabh Bachchan

Cinema has brought India, Egypt closer: Amitabh Bachchan - Mar 31,2015

Cairo, March 31 (IANS) Terming cinema a "great integrator", Bollywood mega star Amitabh Bachchan has said Hindi movies have, over the years, brought the historic cultures of India and Egypt closer.Interacting with the media at the inauguration of the "India by the Nile" festival here on Monda

Balki challenges me with never-done-before roles: Amitabh

Balki challenges me with never-done-before roles: Amitabh - Mar 27,2015

Mumbai, March 27 (IANS) R. Balakrishnan and Amitabh Bachchan's much anticipated third outing "Shamitabh" turned out to be a box office disaster, but they are all set to collaborate a fourth time for yet another clutter-breaking film. The megastar says working with the filmmaker is enjoyable b

Big B, Deepika, Irrfan unveil 'Piku' trailer

Big B, Deepika, Irrfan unveil 'Piku' trailer - Mar 25,2015

Mumbai, March 25 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who will be seen in Shoojit Sircar's "Piku", unveiled the film's trailer on Wednesday in the presence of the entire star cast, including Deepika Padukone and Irrfan."Shoojit and I have been together for a long time we have done many campaigns

Multiple festivals: Celebratory spirit engulfs B-Town

Multiple festivals: Celebratory spirit engulfs B-Town - Mar 21,2015

  Mumbai, March 21 (IANS) It was a sheer display of 'unity in diversity' when Bollywood celebrities like Amitabh Bachchan, Lata Mangeshkar, Hema Malini and Farhan Akhtar greeted people as various festivals were celebrated across India on Saturday.The day marked the beginning of the nine

Big B wishes support for small budget film 'Dozakh....'

Big B wishes support for small budget film 'Dozakh....' - Mar 20,2015

Mumbai, March 20 (IANS) In the recent past, several popular film celebrities have lent support to small budget cinematic gems. This time, megastar Amitabh Bachchan has wished good luck to "Dozakh - In Search Of Heaven", which he calls a "sensitive movie".The Big B took to Twitter to support th

Big B 'honoured' to unveil Gandhi statue

Big B 'honoured' to unveil Gandhi statue - Mar 15,2015

London, March 15 (IANS) Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan says he was "honoured", "humbled" and felt "touched" to unveil a bronze statue of Mahatma Gandhi at Parliament Square here.Big B, who also read out an excerpt from Gandhi's "The World of Tomorrow", shared his excitement on social media."A

Amitabh to inaugurate festival in Egypt

Amitabh to inaugurate festival in Egypt - Mar 13,2015

Mumbai, March 13 (IANS) Bollywood film icon Amitabh Bachchan will visit Egypt later this month to inaugurate the India By The Nile Festival 2015 featuring contemporary and classical music, dance, theatre, visual art, film, food and literature.The 72-year-old will be the guest of honour at the

Hindi cinema universal, but regional cinema incredible: Amitabh

Hindi cinema universal, but regional cinema incredible: Amitabh - Mar 12,2015

Mumbai, March 12 (IANS) Indian film icon Amitabh Bachchan says Hindi cinema may be universal because of its language factor in the country, but he finds the immense presence of regional cinema to be "incredible".The actor was recently down south to shoot for a TV commercial with southern super

Release dates of 'Piku', 'Fitoor' locked

Release dates of 'Piku', 'Fitoor' locked - Mar 12,2015

Mumbai, March 12 (IANS) Amitabh Bachchan-starrer "Piku" is set for a May release and "Rock On!!" fame director Abhishek Kapoor’s next, “Fitoor”, will be out during next year's Valentine's week.The film, directed by Shoojit Sircar, was set to hit the screens April 30 but the r

Big B to attend unveiling of Gandhi statue in London

Big B to attend unveiling of Gandhi statue in London - Mar 12,2015

Mumbai, March 12 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan will attend an event in London, where a statue of late Indian icon Mahatma Gandhi, known for his non-violence movement against British rule, will be unveiled at Parliament Square.“We are delighted that @SrBachchan will read at the unveili

Manju Warrier, Vikram Prabhu honoured to shoot with Big B

Manju Warrier, Vikram Prabhu honoured to shoot with Big B - Mar 12,2015

Chennai, March 12 (IANS) It was a dream come true for actors Manju Warrier and Vikram Prabhu when they shot with megastar Amitabh Bachchan for a commercial. Both of them felt honoured by the opportunity.Manju and Vikram shot with Big B for Kalyan Jewellers commercial.An excited Manju posted o

Vidhu Vinod Chopra aims to make film with Big B, Aamir

Vidhu Vinod Chopra aims to make film with Big B, Aamir - Mar 11,2015

Mumbai, March 11 (IANS) Filmmaker Vidhu Vinod Chopra says it would be wonderful to manage a casting coup of Amitabh Bachchan and Aamir Khan in one frame, especially in an English film for the global audience.The filmmaker, along with the two actors, was present at the trailer launch of his de

Stench problem sorted near Big B's home

Stench problem sorted near Big B's home - Mar 11,2015

Mumbai, March 11 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan is glad that the stench -- caused by a collapsed sewage line close to his bungalow Jalsa in Juhu here -- which was complained about to the civic corporation, has been taken care of. Meanwhile, he's signed a brand endorsement for a perfume."The

Audiences can read through film publicity: Amitabh

Audiences can read through film publicity: Amitabh - Mar 11,2015

Mumbai, March 11 (IANS) Robust film promotions and elaborate publicity strategies are accepted ways of driving a movie to the audience, but the viewers are smart enough to "gauge" and "read through" it all, says megastar Amitabh Bachchan.The actor, on Tuesday, unveiled the trailer of Vidhu Vi

Welcome to the club: Big B tells 50-to-be Aamir

Welcome to the club: Big B tells 50-to-be Aamir - Mar 10,2015

Mumbai, March 10 (IANS) Aamir Khan will turn 50 on March 14 -- and megastar Amitabh Bachchan has welcomed the "Taare Zameer Par" actor to the other side of the half century.The actors on Monday unveiled the trailer of "Broken Horses" at an event here."Welcome to the club," the 72-year-old veter

Always Bollywood over Hollywood for Big B

Always Bollywood over Hollywood for Big B - Mar 10,2015

Mumbai, March 10 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who unveiled the trailer for "Broken Horses" along with Aamir Khan here on Tuesday, says that if given an opportunity to choose between an Indian and a Hollywood film, he would pick the former."If I get an opportunity to choose a film between

Aamir, Amitabh to launch 'Broken Horses' trailer

Aamir, Amitabh to launch 'Broken Horses' trailer - Mar 09,2015

New Delhi, March 9 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan and superstar Aamir Khan will share the stage to launch the much anticipated trailer of Vidhu Vinod Chopra's maiden Hollywood venture “Broken Horses”.It is the first Hollywood film that has been written, directed and produced by

Farhan Akhtar goes to Srinagar for 'Wazir'

Farhan Akhtar goes to Srinagar for 'Wazir' - Mar 01,2015

Mumbai, March 1 (IANS) Actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar moved to Srinagar for the shooting of his upcoming drama "Wazir"."Off to Srinagar now for the final schedule on Wazir...Flight delayed by an hour... good things come to those who wait, I guess," Farhan tweeted on Sunday.Directed by Bejoy Nam

'Piku' to be promoted in unusual manner, says Big B

'Piku' to be promoted in unusual manner, says Big B - Feb 24,2015

Mumbai, Feb 24 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who surprises his fans with each film, says "unusual works" will back his next movie "Piku".“The shoot for the PR of ‘Piku’ has begun and there are some most unusual works being done. Today we were a part of it along with Deepik

Big B on mission to save cinematic marvels

Big B on mission to save cinematic marvels - Feb 23,2015

Mumbai, Feb 23 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan says he feels privileged to be the face of an initiative by The Film Heritage Foundation and working towards saving cinematic marvels from getting lost with time."A FUNCTION TO ATTEND THE Film Heritage Foundation...a most sincere effort to archi

Big B's virtual commentator avatar for World Cup match

Big B's virtual commentator avatar for World Cup match - Feb 22,2015

Mumbai, Feb 22 (IANS) After doing commentary for India-Pakistan match of ICC Cricket World Cup 2015, megastar Amitabh Bachchan took to virtual platform Twitter for online commentary Sunday when the Indian team came to the field to battle it out with South Africa in Melbourne."The game begins,

Media need respect, dignity: Big B

Media need respect, dignity: Big B - Feb 21,2015

Mumbai, Feb 21 (IANS) Actors and the media are known to share a “love-hate” kind of relationship, but megastar Amitabh Bachchan took to his official blog to laud the dedication of mediapersons, saying they deserve “respect” and “dignity”.“I do feel, t

Big B laughs-off 'Disappointed' fan's remarks

Big B laughs-off 'Disappointed' fan's remarks - Feb 20,2015

Mumbai, Feb 20 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has laughed off snide comments from one of his blog readers and says he isn't sure if the individual has lost his "sense of humour".Big B posted a long letter from a "disappointed" fan, who complained about the style of the superstar's writing c

Enlightening moment: Big B on meeting Michael Bloomberg

Enlightening moment: Big B on meeting Michael Bloomberg - Feb 18,2015

Mumbai, Feb 18 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan says a meeting with New York City's former mayor Michael Bloomberg has “enlightened” him and made him a “wiser” man.“The great business magnate, financial wizard, ex Mayor of NYC, philanthropist, was at an evening d

Happy Maha Shivratri, wish Bollywood stars

Happy Maha Shivratri, wish Bollywood stars - Feb 17,2015

Mumbai, Feb 17 (IANS) Bollywood celebrities like Lata Mangeshkar, Amitabh Bachchan, Madhuri Dixit and Madhur Bhandarkar have wished their fans and family on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri Tuesday.The festival is believed to celebrate the wedding of Lord Shiva and goddess Parvati. D

Great joy to drape National Flag: Big B on Indo-Pak match

Great joy to drape National Flag: Big B on Indo-Pak match - Feb 16,2015

Mumbai, Feb 16 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who gave live commentary during the India and Pakistan match Sunday at the ongoing ICC Cricket World Cup 2015, feels that no emotion and feeling can beat the joy of wrapping the National Flag over the shoulders.“Such a great joy when you

B-Town thanks Indian cricket team for perfect Sunday

B-Town thanks Indian cricket team for perfect Sunday - Feb 15,2015

Mumbai, Feb 15 (IANS) Bollywood stars, including Lata Mangeshkar, Amitabh Bachchan and Ajay Devgn, were Sunday rejoicing the Indian win over Pakistan in a World Cup pool match in Adelaide.Here’s what they shared on Twitter:Lata Mangeshkar: Hamari Bhartiya Cricket team ko is jeet ke liye

Cricket Commentary with Sports Stars an honour for Big B

Cricket Commentary with Sports Stars an honour for Big B - Feb 15,2015

Mumbai, Feb 15 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan felt honoured Sunday to do commentary for the India-Pakistan match of ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 with cricket legends like Kapil Dev and Rahul Dravid.Big B did commentary as part of an integration between broadcaster Star Sports and the makers o

Weddings not union of two souls, but families: Big B

Weddings not union of two souls, but families: Big B - Feb 12,2015

Mumbai, Feb 12 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, whose neice Naina Bachchan married actor Kunal Kapoor in a hush-hush ceremony in Seychelles, says marriage not only brings two individuals together, but families as well."Weddings are a union of two souls to make them one...but weddings to me a

Big B happy with 'Shamitabh' Reviews

Big B happy with 'Shamitabh' Reviews - Feb 09,2015

Mumbai, Feb 9 (IANS) Amitabh Bachchan starrer “Shamitabh” is being appreciated for its original plot and charm of the actors in the three principal characters. The megastar, happy with the reviews, says such feedback is giving credence to the movie.“Reading the reviews on &l

Aishwarya hugs Big B post 'Shamitabh' screening

Aishwarya hugs Big B post 'Shamitabh' screening - Feb 06,2015

Mumbai, Feb 6 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan got a hug of appreciation from his daughter-in-law and actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan after watching the special screening of his film “Shamitabh”.The screening of the R. Balakrishnan directorial, which took place here Thursday, was a

Bollywood's iconic 'Sholay' to release in Pakistan

Bollywood's iconic 'Sholay' to release in Pakistan - Feb 06,2015

Islamabad, Feb 6 (IANS) The cult classic "Sholay", an action adventure Bollywood movie circling around two petty thieves hired by a police officer to exact revenge on a ruthless bandit, is set to release in Pakistan, 40 years after hitting Indian theatres.The release of the Amitabh Bachchan a

'Shamitabh' - ode to Big B's baritone, human mortality (IANS Movie Review, Rating: *****)

'Shamitabh' - ode to Big B's baritone, human mortality (IANS Movie Review, Rating: *****) - Feb 06,2015

Film: "Shamitabh"; Cast: Amitabh Bachchan, Dhanush and Akshara Haasan; Writer-Director: R. Balakrishnan; Rating: *****Balki must really stop doing this. This is the third time he has stunned us with his originality and audacity and engagingness. He's spoiling us silly.His third feature film is

Amitabh turns radio jockey for a day

Amitabh turns radio jockey for a day - Feb 03,2015

New Delhi, Feb 3 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has entertained the masses on the big and small screens. Now, he will connect with his fans via radio to promote his forthcoming film "Shamitabh".The 72-year-old is set to take the RED FM listeners by surprise as he chats with them over phone.

Youth Dictates Progress of Cinema: Amitabh Bachchan

Youth Dictates Progress of Cinema: Amitabh Bachchan - Feb 03,2015

New Delhi, Feb 3 (IANS) In his over four decade tryst with the Hindi film industry, Amitabh Bachchan has witnessed a continuous shift in the movie-making business, and he credits most changes to the "different and unusual" demands of the youth."It has changed a lot and is changing," the 72-ye

Film promotion brings Big B on 'Fast, Furious' Delhi visit

Film promotion brings Big B on 'Fast, Furious' Delhi visit - Feb 03,2015

New Delhi, Feb 3 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who was here for the promotion of his forthcoming film "Shamitabh", says his visit was "fast and furious".The 72-year-old veteran actor took to his official blog to post his perspective following the film's promotions here Monday."Consumed by

R. Balki Happy about Amitabh's Cricket World Cup stint

R. Balki Happy about Amitabh's Cricket World Cup stint - Feb 02,2015

Mumbai, Feb 2 (IANS) On Feb 15 when India plays a cricket match against Pakistan in Adelaide, Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan will be doing the commentary alongside stalwarts of the cricket-commentary world Harsh Bhogle and Kapil Dev. "Shamitabh" director R. Balakrishnan is happy.This is

Gurinder Chadha thanks Big B for 'Desi Rascals' cameo

Gurinder Chadha thanks Big B for 'Desi Rascals' cameo - Jan 31,2015

Mumbai, Jan 31 (IANS) Gurinder Chadha, the co-producer of "Desi Rascals", has thanked Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan for "playing along" a cameo in the TV show."@SrBachchan legend makes a special appearance on @DesiRascals that was quite a surprise eh...thank you sir for playing along," t

Ego doesn't exist for me: Big B

Ego doesn't exist for me: Big B - Jan 30,2015

Dubai, Jan 30 (IANS) Celebrities and their starry tantrums are common talk in filmdom, but for megastar Amitabh Bachchan, the acting profession comes without any ego hassles.The 72-year-old took to his official blog to post his views following the “Shamitabh” promotions here. The

I don't know what Romance is like now: Big B

I don't know what Romance is like now: Big B - Jan 28,2015

New Delhi, Jan 28 (IANS) Romance might have started early in Amitabh Bachchan’s life, but the megastar says he isn’t aware about its evolution now.During an interview with Koel Purie on the show “Couching with Koel”, the megastar talked about

Amitabh Bachchan Deserves Bharat Ratna: Mamata

Amitabh Bachchan Deserves Bharat Ratna: Mamata - Jan 26,2015

Kolkata, Jan 26 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee Monday said actor Amitabh Bachchan - who was been conferred the Padma Vibhushan - was a legend and he deserved a Bharat Ratna."The Padma Vibhushan to Amitabh Bachchan is not enough. He is a legend in his lifetime. He deserves a

Big B feels blessed, overwhelmed with Padma Vibhushan

Big B feels blessed, overwhelmed with Padma Vibhushan - Jan 26,2015

Mumbai, Jan 26 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who was named for one of the highest civilian awards of the country, Padma Vibhushan, says he is humbled and honoured by the recognition.The screen icon, who has gathered love and appreciation from all quarters in his over four decade-long care

Advani, Dilip Kumar, Amitabh Conferred Padma Vibhushan

Advani, Dilip Kumar, Amitabh Conferred Padma Vibhushan - Jan 25,2015

New Delhi, Jan 25 (IANS) BJP leader L.K. Advani, spiritual leader and philanthropist Aga Khan, actors Dilip Kumar and Amitabh Bachchan and Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal are among the nine awarded India's second highest civilian honour, the Padma Vibhushan, Sunday.Microsoft founde

Dhanush an Accomplished Actor: Amitabh

Dhanush an Accomplished Actor: Amitabh - Jan 25,2015

Mumbai, Jan 25 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan says he has always admired his "Shamitabh" co-star Dhanush as an actor."I have always admired him as an actor. I have seen his south films. I have seen 'Raanjhanaa' also. He is a very accomplished actor and he is a huge star," Amitabh told report

Big B, Jaya in Kolkata

Big B, Jaya in Kolkata - Jan 24,2015

Kolkata, Jan 24 (IANS) After cycling around the city in November for a movie last year, megastar Amitabh Bachchan is back in Kolkata Saturday to shoot for a music video.The actor was spotted at the historic Jorasanko Thakurbari - the birthplace of Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore - in north

Big B: I never dared to sing in front of Ilaiyaraaja

Big B: I never dared to sing in front of Ilaiyaraaja - Jan 21,2015

Mumbai, Jan 21 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who shared his experiences working with music composer Ilaiyaraaja, felicitated at a function here Monday for completing the music of his 1,000th film, said he never dared to sing in front of the maestro."I have never dared to sing in front of

Rajinikanth, Big B, Kamal and Sridevi pay tribute to Ilaiyaraaja

Rajinikanth, Big B, Kamal and Sridevi pay tribute to Ilaiyaraaja - Jan 21,2015

Mumbai, Jan 21 (IANS) Actors Rajinikanth, Amitabh Bachchan, Kamal Haasan and Sridevi Tuesday came together to celebrate the 1,000th film of music composer Ilaiyaraaja at the music launch of "Shamitabh", where the maestro was felicitated in the presence of the entire star cast of the film.The

Ilayaraja to be Honoured by 'Shamitabh' Team

Ilayaraja to be Honoured by 'Shamitabh' Team - Jan 19,2015

Mumbai, Jan 19 (IANS) Filmmaker R. Balakrishnan along with the cast of "Shamitabh" will honour music maestro Ilayaraja during the film's music launch Tuesday.The director, who is also popularly known as R. Balki, told IANS: "We are celebrating 1,000 films of Ilayaraja, but I want to clarify t

Big B's Fans left Aaradhya Apprehensive (Movie Snippets)

Big B's Fans left Aaradhya Apprehensive (Movie Snippets) - Jan 19,2015

Mumbai, Jan 19 (IANS) Fans who had gathered outside the residence of megastar Amitabh Bachchan here were in for a double treat as the screen icon emerged from his home with his granddaughter Aaradhya. But the little one got scared!Talking about Aaradhya's tryst with stardom, the 72-year-old s

Big B Observes Father's 12th Death Anniversary

Big B Observes Father's 12th Death Anniversary - Jan 18,2015

Mumbai, Jan 18 (IANS) Remembering Harivansh Rai Bachchan on his 12th death anniversary Sunday, his son and megastar Amitabh Bachchan paid a tribute to the noted poet.Harivansh Rai, who is credited with works like "Madhushala" and "Agneepath", died Jan 18, 2003.“It is the death anniversar

Big B to meet College Students in Chennai

Big B to meet College Students in Chennai - Jan 17,2015

Chennai, Jan 17 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan along with the lead cast of R. Balakrishnan-directed "Shamitabh" will be here Jan 23 to promote the movie and to interact with the students of Sathyabama University."A big event is being planned in Sathyabama University. Big B, Dhanush and Aksh

Will Again Try Hand at TV: Big B

Will Again Try Hand at TV: Big B - Jan 17,2015

Mumbai, Jan 17 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan struck gold with his reality game show "Kaun Banega Crorepati", but his attempt at fiction didn't work well with "Yudh". Undeterred by this, Big B says he will try the genre again, hopefully with something "breakaway"."Yudh", a psychological thr

Start Bidding to Sit Next to Big B

Start Bidding to Sit Next to Big B - Jan 15,2015

New Delhi, Jan 15 (IANS) Picture this-- a candid chat with a celebrity on a flight. Sounds unrealistic. Not anymore as a start-up venture Fly with VIP is offering a seat next to a star on a flight through online auction, starting with megastar Amitabh Bachchan.After Big B, the unique initiati

Why is 'Piddly' Giving Nightmares to Big B?

Why is 'Piddly' Giving Nightmares to Big B? - Jan 15,2015

Mumbai, Jan 15 (IANS) The music launch of Amitabh Bachchan's forthcoming film "Shamitabh" will be held Jan 20. But the megastar says he is having nightmares over performing the "Piddly" song at the event.The launch event will be concurrent with the felicitation ceremony here of music maestro

Big B Gets Social Media Person of the Year Award

Big B Gets Social Media Person of the Year Award - Jan 14,2015

Mumbai, Jan 14 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, an active blogger and user of different social networks, has been named the Social Media Person of the Year, by the Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI).The event is still due to happen in the capital, but since Big B won't be able

'Shamitabh' to bring Big B to Ahmedabad Wednesday

'Shamitabh' to bring Big B to Ahmedabad Wednesday - Jan 13,2015

Mumbai, Jan 13 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan will visit Ahmedabad Wednesday for the promotion of his upcoming movie "Shamitabh".After enthralling his fans of Ahmedabad, the "Paa" star will leave on a multi-city tour. However, Amitabh has cautioned his fans of any unexpected changes. "Ahmeda

Happy Lohri: B-Town Stars Spread Warmth on Festival

Happy Lohri: B-Town Stars Spread Warmth on Festival - Jan 13,2015

Mumbai, Jan 13 (IANS) Peace, prosperity and happiness are what Bollywood stars like Amitabh Bachchan, Hema Malini and Sidharth Malhotra have wished for their friends, family and fans this time on Lohri, the harvest festival celebrated Jan 13 every year with much fanfare in north India.A strin

Do such Moments need Applause: Big B on Posthumous Tribute

Do such Moments need Applause: Big B on Posthumous Tribute - Jan 12,2015

Mumbai, Jan 12 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan gave a special tribute on behalf of the Renault Star Guild Awards 2015 to late filmmaker Ravi Chopra. The accolade left him wondering what was more apt for a posthumous tribute -- silence or applause.“Sunday and the well wishers ... a trib

Promotions a necessity now: Big B

Promotions a necessity now: Big B - Jan 11,2015

Mumbai, Jan 11 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who is currently busy promoting his forthcoming film “Shamitabh”, believes promotions are a must now.“Promotions deprive you of your self consciousness. It does not give you a chance to be so ... much as we may like to be obse

Big B offers sneak-peek of 'Shamitabh' story

Big B offers sneak-peek of 'Shamitabh' story - Jan 09,2015

Mumbai, Jan 9 (IANS) Teasing his fans with a peek-a-boo into the storyline of his upcoming movie "Shamitabh", megastar Amitabh Bachchan says it revolves around two individuals, who come together for a purpose, but drift apart due to their ego.The film has southern superstar Dhanush in a key ro

Aishwarya bowled over by Big B's 'Shamitabh' trailer

Aishwarya bowled over by Big B's 'Shamitabh' trailer - Jan 08,2015

Mumbai, Jan 8 (IANS) Actress Aishwarya Rai is bowled over by the trailer of R. Balki's upcoming film “Shamitabh”, starring her father-in-law Amitabh Bachchan. She says she's looking forward to see the megastar in a different look on the big screen.The makers of "Shamitabh" launche

I, Rekha don't come together in 'Shamitabha': Big B

I, Rekha don't come together in 'Shamitabha': Big B - Jan 06,2015

Mumbai, Jan 6 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who stars with veteran actress Rekha in R. Balki's "Shamitabh", says they however don't share screen space in the film."We don't actually come together... its part of the sequence and when you see the film, you will understand how it's portrayed

Big B unveils trailer of 'Shamitabh', says new look in film

Big B unveils trailer of 'Shamitabh', says new look in film - Jan 06,2015

Mumbai, Jan 6 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan Tuesday unveiled the trailer of R. Balki's "Shamitabh" in the presence of the entire star cast of the film.Big B, who will be seen in a different look in this film, said: "For this film we have tried different looks and some international makeup

Listening to Kailash Satyarthi pleasure for Big B

Listening to Kailash Satyarthi pleasure for Big B - Jan 06,2015

Mumbai, Jan 6 (IANS) Amitabh Bachchan has many followers around the globe but it was a moment of pride for the megastar when he got the chance to hear Nobel Prize winner Kailash Satyarthi during the annual day celebration of ICICI bank, the organisation that is endorsed by the Bollywood megas

Big B increases security for weekly fan session (Movie Snippets)

Big B increases security for weekly fan session (Movie Snippets) - Jan 05,2015

Mumbai, Jan 5 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan's tradition of greeting his fans at his doorstep almost every Sunday morning has survived yet another year. The actor says now he has increased security to stop "mischief makers" from entering inside."The police contingent has been increased. Mis

Big B committed to awareness about head injury, Hepatitis

Big B committed to awareness about head injury, Hepatitis - Jan 04,2015

Mumbai, Jan 4 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan says he wants to spread awareness about head injury and Hepatitis.“If my face and my voice is needed to the cause of awareness for Head Injury and Hepatitis... I have committed to it,” Amitabh tweeted Sunday.He also took to Facebook to

Not part of Modi government's ad campaign: Amitabh

Not part of Modi government's ad campaign: Amitabh - Jan 02,2015

  Mumbai, Jan 2 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan says that he has not been asked by the Narendra Modi government to be part of its ad campaign that stresses the need to rise above caste and religion.He took to micro-blogging site Twitter to clear the air."The news by media that PM and P

Dhoni gave us moments of great pride: Big B (Movie Snippets)

Dhoni gave us moments of great pride: Big B (Movie Snippets) - Dec 31,2014

  Mumbai, Dec 31 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has thanked Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who retired from Test cricket and gave up his captaincy of the Indian team in the long form of cricket, for giving the country "moments of great pride"."It requires courage and immense self assessment to

Party scheduled of the Bollywood Stars

Party scheduled of the Bollywood Stars - Dec 30,2014

As every Bollywood celebrity has its own place and they don’t want to go somewhere in public because of having long line of fan following disturbs them. They just go into one another places of the celebrities’ palace and enjoy the party every year and that why the news of stars party a

Teaser of Bejoy Nambir movie ‘Wazir’ is out

Teaser of Bejoy Nambir movie ‘Wazir’ is out - Dec 20,2014

Wazir trailer out, featuring Amitabh Bachchan and Farhan Akhtar and its look tenacious in every edge of film.   While the movie ‘Wazir’, earlier titled ‘DO’, also stars Aditi Rao hayadri in a private role.   ‘Wazir’ is directed by Bejoy Nambir, writt

B-Town feels shock and anger for the Peshawar disgraceful act

B-Town feels shock and anger for the Peshawar disgraceful act - Dec 17,2014

A day after 141 persons were brutally killed by the 7 Taliban gunman in Army School of Pakistan’s Peshawar city. Bollywood celebrities like Amitabh Bachchan and Sonu Nigam are shocked for the Peshawar disgraceful act.   Amitabh Bachchan: When innocence is silenced…there can be ju

Amitabh said, “It was my bigger mistake to enter in politics”

Amitabh said, “It was my bigger mistake to enter in politics” - Dec 15,2014

It all happens on Saturday in the session of Agenda Aaj Tak. The supers star confesses that to get myself into politics it was my mistake. I entered the film in flow of emotions but after that I realized emotions have no place in the field of political arena. So, I gave up.   The actor took t

Big B in Dubai on Jaya's 66th b'day

Big B in Dubai on Jaya's 66th b'day - Apr 09,2014

Mumbai, April 9 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan managed to squeeze in some family time to bring in his wife Jaya Bachchan's 66th birthday, but he will spend Wednesday in Dubai to promote his forthcoming release "Bhoothnath Returns".The 71-year-old has been travelling in and out of places to fu

Big B unveils Hindi trailer of Rajinikanth's 'Kochadaiiyaan'

Big B unveils Hindi trailer of Rajinikanth's 'Kochadaiiyaan' - Mar 30,2014

Mumbai, March 30 (IANS) The Hindi trailer of southern superstar Rajinikanth's much awaited film "Kochadaiiyaan" was Sunday launched by megastar Amitabh Bachchan here."It's very difficult to find words and put it together, but I would like to say that a woman has directed it. Soundarya has taken

Big B conferred Global Icon of the Year award

Big B conferred Global Icon of the Year award - Mar 25,2014

Mumbai, March 25 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan was conferred India's Global Icon of the Year award at the NRI of the Year awards here.The 71-year-old, who has been ruling the film industry for over four decades now, dedicated the award to the younger generation of actors in the film industry.

Why did Big B agree to rap for 'Party with Bhoothnath'?

Why did Big B agree to rap for 'Party with Bhoothnath'? - Mar 24,2014

  Mumbai, March 24 (IANS) At 71, Amitabh Bachchan wasn't sure if he would be able to lend his voice to a high voltage rap number. But the fact that special party song "Party With Bhootnath" with popular rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh was "beautifully conceived" drove him to sing for it.The co

Shall not join politics: Big B

Shall not join politics: Big B - Mar 23,2014

Mumbai, March 23 (IANS) "Bhootnath Returns" will see Amitabh Bachchan`s character of a ghost contesting an election -- but in real life the megastar has no such plans.When asked that with the film having a political background, what is your take on politics and would you like to join politics,

No breather for Amitabh after 'Bhoothnath Returns'

No breather for Amitabh after 'Bhoothnath Returns' - Mar 23,2014

Mumbai, March 23 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan is on a promotion spree for his forthcoming film "Bhoothnath Returns" and after the film's release on April 11, he will get busy with other projects."The 'Bhoothnath Returns’ promotions now take up all my spare time and travel. There is mu

'Comedy Nights...' gets bigger, Big B to appear

'Comedy Nights...' gets bigger, Big B to appear - Mar 23,2014

  Mumbai, March 23 (IANS) "Comedy Nights with Kapil", a popular TV show hosted and produced by comedian Kapil Sharma, is getting bigger every weekend. After a string of superstars appeared on the one-hour show, it is megastar Amitabh Bachchan’s turn.The 71-year-old will soon be see

I'm not a patch on new actors: Amitabh Bachchan

I'm not a patch on new actors: Amitabh Bachchan - Mar 21,2014

Mumbai, March 21 (IANS) His talent and successes have won him the title of megastar, but Amitabh Bachchan, who features in the wish-list of every director, seems to be in awe of fresh talent and says he's not in the same race as them.Even at 71, Big B still commands lead roles, a rare incidence

Would love to do something with Amitabh, Irrfan: James Bobin (Interview)

Would love to do something with Amitabh, Irrfan: James Bobin (Interview) - Mar 19,2014

New Delhi, March 19 (IANS) He lived in London's Brick Lane for 10 years, watched his share of Bollywood entertainers and now James Bobin, director of "The Muppets" and its forthcoming sequel "Muppets Most Wanted", says he would love to collaborate with Indian stars like Amitabh Bachchan and Irr

Big B celebrates daughter's 40th b'day on Holi

Big B celebrates daughter's 40th b'day on Holi - Mar 17,2014

Mumbai, March 17 (IANS) Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan says that this year Holi has coincided with his daughter Shweta Nanda's 40th birthday and he is spending the day with her."We do not celebrate it (Holi), again. There have been discomforting news for the year, the passing away of rela

'Bhoothnath Returns' shooting over (Movie Snippets)

'Bhoothnath Returns' shooting over (Movie Snippets) - Mar 06,2014

Mumbai, March 6 (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has finished shooting for his new film "Bhoothnath Returns" and he is satisfied with the final outcome."Finished and wrapped for 'Bhoothnath Returns' including the credit song with Yo Yo (Honey Singh). Me thinks we did alright," Amitabh tweeted T

Shooting with Big B made me feel old: Honey Singh

Shooting with Big B made me feel old: Honey Singh - Mar 12,2014

  Mumbai, (IANS) Rapper Yo Yo Honey Singh, whose numbers are a hit among the Indian youth, is awed by the energy of 71-year-old thespian Amitabh Bachchan, with whom he has recently collaborated for a song.The duo shot a song together, and Honey Singh can't stop raving about the Big B."It's

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