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Amitabh Bachchan

Amitabh Bachchan praises Shah Rukh Khan’s resilience

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Amitabh Bachchan

MUMBAI: Bollywood veteran Amitabh Bachchan has praised Shah Rukh Khan for his ability to face difficult situations and keep moving forward.

The comments came during a recent episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 18, while Bachchan was speaking with actor Rajkummar Rao.

Rao recalled his early years in Mumbai and spoke about how Shah Rukh Khan’s journey from Delhi’s middle class to Bollywood inspired him. He said he had admired Shah Rukh Khan’s career, having seen him make his way into the film industry through theater and television.

Rao also recalled that he used to stand outside Shah Rukh Khan’s Mumbai residence, Mannat, as a fan.

Responding to Rao’s remarks, Bachchan spoke about his experience of working with Shah Rukh Khan and highlighted his resilience.

According to Bachchan, Shah Rukh is among those who do not easily accept defeat when faced with difficult circumstances.

Bachchan also praised Shah Rukh’s ability to encourage people around him and help restore their confidence during challenging times.

He said Shah Rukh tends to speak to people facing problems and encourages them, turning the conversation on the show from Rao’s early memories into a discussion about Shah Rukh’s perseverance and influence on fellow actors.

Actor Amitabh Bachchan shares humorous wedding advice for husbands

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MUMBAI: Bollywood veteran Amitabh Bachchan has offered married couples a humorous piece of advice, telling husbands to admit their mistakes in front of their wives to avoid trouble.

During his show, Bachchan shared his tongue-in-cheek formula for maintaining peace in married life and joked about the precautions husbands should take during disagreements with their wives.

The veteran actor said the wisest thing for a husband to do when his wife is angry or a dispute arises is to immediately accept his mistake rather than argue.

Bachchan jokingly warned that if a husband refuses to admit his mistake or responds with an argument, “shoes, slippers and rolling pins” may soon come into play, suggesting that silence is sometimes the safest option.

His remarks prompted laughter from the audience, particularly the married men present on the set.

Bachchan’s lighthearted advice has also received a positive response on social media, with many users enjoying his humorous take on married life.

Amitabh Bachchan complaint leaves Preity Zinta surprised on KBC set

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MUMBAI: Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan has playfully complained to actress Preity Zinta for never responding to his birthday wishes over the years.

Preity Zinta is set to appear as a guest on the popular quiz show Kaun Banega Crorepati after several years, where she will meet host Amitabh Bachchan. A newly released promo of the episode has caught fans’ attention.

In the promo, Bachchan tells Preity that he has a major complaint against her.

The veteran actor says he sends her birthday wishes every year on January 31 but has never received a reply from her.

Preity appears surprised by the unexpected complaint, turning the exchange into a light-hearted and humorous moment between the two actors.

Interestingly, Bachchan had made a similar playful complaint to Preity Zinta in the past as well.

Following the release of the promo, fans have been eager to know how Preity will respond this time. While some social media users speculated about a possible disagreement between the two, their conversation appeared to be part of their long-standing friendship and friendly banter.

Amitabh Bachchan’s social media post on race draws criticism

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MUMBAI: Veteran Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan has come under criticism after a social media post about France’s national football team during the 2026 FIFA World Cup sparked accusations of insensitivity.

The controversy began after France’s victory over Paraguay, when Bachchan posted on X that the French starting lineup consisted of “one white player and 10 Black players,” concluding the post with the phrase “Black Power.”

The remarks drew swift backlash from football fans and social media users, many of whom argued that players representing a national team should be recognized for their nationality, talent and performances rather than their skin color or ethnic background.

Critics described the post as inappropriate and said public figures should exercise greater care when commenting on sensitive issues involving race.

Amid the criticism, Bachchan published a blog post in which he did not directly address the controversy but reflected on the importance of acknowledging mistakes.

He wrote that life teaches new lessons every day and that admitting an error is a sign of strength rather than weakness. He also suggested that sometimes the best way to end a disagreement is to accept that the other person may be right.

The blog has been widely interpreted by some social media users as an indirect acknowledgment of the criticism, while others have continued to call for greater sensitivity from public figures when discussing issues of race and identity.

Amitabh Bachchan opens up about sleepless nights due to work pressure

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MUMBAI: Veteran Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan has revealed that intense work pressure continues to affect his sleep, even at the age of 83, often keeping him awake through the night.

According to Indian media reports, the actor, despite a career spanning over five decades, said he still feels work-related stress and frequently wakes up at night thinking about his performances and whether he could have done better.

In a recent blog post, Bachchan wrote that he sometimes feels he should have performed scenes more effectively and often revisits his work when given the chance. However, he said it remains uncertain whether the revisions actually improve the final outcome.

He added that at times he remains awake the entire night, despite doctors advising at least seven hours of sleep.

Bachchan also reflected on his demanding schedule, noting humorously that if possible, a 24-hour day should be extended to 36 or even 48 hours to accommodate his workload and continued learning.

The actor is currently working on multiple projects, including Kalki 2898 AD, where he is set to reprise his role as Ashwatthama in the upcoming sequel directed by Nag Ashwin. The film also stars Prabhas and Kamal Haasan in lead roles.

Fan collapses in extreme heat outside Amitabh Bachchan’s residence

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MUMBAI: A fan fainted after waiting for several hours in intense heat outside veteran Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan’s residence “Jalsa,” according to Indian media reports.

The incident occurred  when hundreds of fans gathered outside the actor’s home in hopes of catching a glimpse of him.

A video shared on Instagram shows a fan suddenly collapsing on the road. People nearby quickly rushed to help and moved him to a safer place.

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Amitabh Bachchan is known for meeting fans outside his residence on Sundays and often shares pictures and videos of these interactions on his blog.

The actor recently stated that he has instructed his security team to treat fans with respect and care.

In a post, he said he feels honoured by the love and prayers of his fans, calling them his “extended family” and expressing gratitude for their support.

He also noted that standing for hours in extreme heat is not easy, and stressed that fans should always be treated properly and with dignity.

Amitabh remembers Dharmendra’s charm in newly viral video

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Following the passing of Bollywood legend Dharmendra at the age of 89, numerous posts, news stories, and old interviews about the actor have been going viral on social media.

Amid this, a clip from “Kaun Banega Crorepati” (KBC) featuring Amitabh Bachchan and actor Aamir Khan has resurfaced. In the clip, Aamir Khan asks Amitabh a question about his wife Jaya Bachchan, inquiring which co-actor made her uncomfortable during shoots.

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Amitabh responded, “I was never uncomfortable because Jaya had told me from day one that Dharmendra is her favorite. There is no actor more handsome than him in our industry.”

The clip has captured the attention of fans once again, highlighting Amitabh’s admiration for his contemporary and Dharmendra’s enduring charm in Bollywood.