Legendary Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan rang in his 81st birthday on October 11 with his family and legions of fans. The megastar stepped outside his Mumbai residence Jalsa after midnight to greet excited crowds who had gathered to wish him.
Special Midnight Appearance
Continuing his decades-long tradition, Bachchan made a special midnight appearance to thank fans who had congregated outside his home to celebrate his birthday. Dressed in a colorful hoodie and matching headband, the actor stood on a stool near the gates of Jalsa and greeted fans with folded hands and smiles. Videos of the interaction show the crowds cheering loudly as their favorite actor waved at them.
You can see #AishwaryaRaiBachchan, Navya and Aaradhya in the background proudly taking videos and video calling as @SrBachchan greets his numerous fans outside on his birthday eve. Happy birthday again sir, may there be many, many more to come! 🎉 pic.twitter.com/cNB8H1ea3G
— Bewitching Bachchans (@TasnimaKTastic) October 10, 2023
In the background, Bachchan’s family including wife Jaya, daughter Shweta, daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, and grandchildren Navya Naveli, Agastya and Aaradhya could be seen capturing the moment on their phones. Son Abhishek Bachchan, who was absent from the celebration, commented that Aishwarya was showing him the scenes via video call.
Intimate Midnight Celebrations
Following his meeting with fans, Bachchan cut a cake at midnight surrounded by close family. Navya Naveli shared a photo of the intimate celebration on Instagram, with Bachchan flanked by wife Jaya, Navya, Agastya and Aaradhya. “Happy Birthday Nana,” she captioned the photo.
Daughter Shweta also posted photos hugging her father, writing, “Happy 81st Papa. Big shoes (and hugs) no one can ever manage to fill.”
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Upcoming Projects
On the work front, Bachchan was recently seen in the family drama Uunchai, directed by Sooraj Barjatya. The film about friendship in old age also starred Anupam Kher, Parineeti Chopra and Boman Irani.
The veteran actor has a busy slate of upcoming projects. These include Vikas Bahl’s Ganapath co-starring Tiger Shroff and Kriti Sanon, the Prabhas and Deepika Padukone starrer Project K, and Ribhu Dasgupta’s courtroom drama Section 84.
After over three decades, Bachchan will also reunite with Rajinikanth for the Tamil film Thalaivar 170 directed by TJ Gnanavel. The multistarrer casts Rajinikanth as a retired cop.
Inspirational Figure
At 81, Bachchan continues to be one of the busiest stars in Bollywood. His disciplined work ethic and humility despite his stardom make him an inspirational figure for many. As Abhishek Bachchan once remarked, his father goes to work on time every day and greets everyone, from light boys to spot boys, with respect.
The actor shows no signs of slowing down, with several films in the pipeline. His legion of fans hope that Big B continues to entertain for many more years to come.
Iconic Career
Amitabh Bachchan has had an illustrious career spanning over 5 decades. He first gained popularity in the early 1970s and has since established himself as one of the most prominent figures in the history of Indian cinema.
Bachchan has appeared in over 200 films and has won numerous accolades including 4 National Film Awards for Best Actor. In 2003, he was conferred the Honorary Citizenship of France for his contribution to the world of cinema.
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Connects with Youth
Despite being in his 80s, Bachchan manages to stay relevant and strike a chord with younger audiences. He engages extensively with fans on social media platforms like Twitter and Instagram. His witty comebacks and funny posts keep him connected with both older and newer generations of movie-goers.
Philanthropic Work
In addition to acting, Bachchan dedicates time to humanitarian causes. He supports PETA India and starred in campaigns to free captive elephants and promote vegetarianism. The actor also donated generously to charitable trusts that provide education and assist victims of natural disasters.
Legacy
As he turns 81, Amitabh Bachchan’s legacy as an actor and public figure keeps growing. Very few stars have managed to stay on top of their game for as long as Bachchan has. Through reinvention and hard work, he continues to earn the love and respect of critics and fans alike.
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