🌟 Introduction
Amitabh Bachchan, often referred to as Big B, is one of the most legendary and influential actors in Indian cinema. With a career spanning over five decades, he has ruled Bollywood with his powerful performances, deep voice, and larger-than-life screen presence.
From being the “Angry Young Man” of the 1970s to hosting Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) and starring in blockbuster films even today, Amitabh Bachchan's journey is nothing short of inspirational.
Let’s explore Amitabh Bachchan’s biography, career, achievements, records, awards, and personal life.
👶 Early Life & Background
Full Name: Amitabh Harivansh Rai Bachchan
Date of Birth: 11 October 1942
Birthplace: Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India
Nicknames: Big B, Shahenshah, Angry Young Man
Nationality: Indian
Education: Kirori Mal College, University of Delhi
Father: Harivansh Rai Bachchan (Renowned Poet)
Mother: Teji Bachchan
Born into a literary family, Amitabh Bachchan was deeply influenced by his father, Harivansh Rai Bachchan, a legendary Hindi poet. Before entering films, he worked briefly as a freight broker in Kolkata.
🎬 Bollywood Career
Debut & Initial Struggles
Amitabh Bachchan made his Bollywood debut in Saat Hindustani (1969), but it was Zanjeer (1973) that made him a superstar, earning him the title "Angry Young Man" of Bollywood.
Golden Era – The Rise of a Superstar
During the 1970s and 1980s, Amitabh Bachchan became Bollywood’s biggest star, delivering back-to-back hits:
✔ Sholay (1975) – One of India’s greatest films
✔ Deewaar (1975) – Iconic dialogues & performance
✔ Amar Akbar Anthony (1977) – Classic entertainer
✔ Don (1978) – Double role perfection
✔ Silsila (1981) – Romantic masterpiece
✔ Coolie (1983) – Near-fatal accident, but a huge hit
Setback & Comeback
In the 1990s, Bachchan faced financial troubles when his company Amitabh Bachchan Corporation Ltd. (ABCL) failed. However, he made a historic comeback with Mohabbatein (2000) and Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC).
Recent Blockbusters
Even in his 80s, Amitabh Bachchan continues to deliver power-packed performances in films like:
✔ Piku (2015) – National Award-winning role
✔ Pink (2016) – Social drama success
✔ Badla (2019) – Thriller with Taapsee Pannu
✔ Brahmāstra (2022) – Bollywood’s VFX spectacle
🏆 Achievements & Awards
Major Film Awards
🏆 4 National Film Awards (Best Actor)
🏆 15 Filmfare Awards (Lifetime Achievement, Best Actor, etc.)
🏆 Dadasaheb Phalke Award (2019) – India’s highest cinema honor
🏆 Padma Shri (1984), Padma Bhushan (2001), Padma Vibhushan (2015)
Other Achievements
⭐ First Indian actor to receive the Knight of the Legion of Honour (France’s highest award)
⭐ Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) – Hosted India’s most popular quiz show since 2000
⭐ UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador – Works for polio eradication & education
📊 Amitabh Bachchan Filmography (Selected Hits)
| Year | Movie | Role | Box Office Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1973 | Zanjeer | Inspector Vijay | Superhit |
| 1975 | Sholay | Jai | All-Time Blockbuster |
| 1978 | Don | Don / Vijay | Superhit |
| 1981 | Silsila | Amit Malhotra | Hit |
| 1983 | Coolie | Iqbal | Blockbuster |
| 2000 | Mohabbatein | Narayan Shankar | Hit |
| 2015 | Piku | Bhaskor Banerjee | Superhit |
| 2016 | Pink | Deepak Sehgal | Superhit |
| 2019 | Badla | Advocate Badal Gupta | Hit |
| 2022 | Brahmāstra | Guru | Hit |
👨👩👦 Personal Life
Wife: Jaya Bachchan (Actress, Politician)
Children: Abhishek Bachchan (Actor), Shweta Bachchan Nanda (Author)
Grandchildren: Aaradhya Bachchan, Navya Naveli Nanda, Agastya Nanda
Despite being one of India’s biggest celebrities, Amitabh Bachchan maintains a disciplined lifestyle and is active on social media, sharing insights, poetry, and life lessons.
