Legendary Amitabh Bachchan turns 81; fans gather outside Jalsa to catch glimpse of 'Shehenshah'
PTC Web Desk: Mumbai city late Tuesday evening lit up with fervour and excitement, as it does every year, for a celebration that rivals any festival. It was none other than the birthday of iconic Amitabh Bachchan, a day when his devoted admirers congregated outside his resplendent abode 'Jalsa', eager to catch a fleeting glimpse of the illustrious "Shehenshah" himself.
Amitabh Bachchan ushered in his birthday revelry by stepping outside his opulent residence, known as Jalsa, precisely at the stroke of midnight. This legendary luminary graciously extended his presence to his eager fans for a few precious moments.
In the captivating footage captured by the relentless paparazzi, he was donned in a vibrant pink track suit adorned with intricate patterns. The megastar, donning a heartwarming smile, expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the thronging crowd with hands folded in humility.
Amitabh Bachchan, the superstar of the silver screen, also acknowledged the enthusiasm of his fans by waving in their direction and was met with enthusiastic cheers in return. In the background, his daughter Navya Nanda and daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai Bachchan observed this heartwarming interaction with pride.
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The ardent fans, adorned with posters and T-shirts emblasoned with their beloved actor's image, gathered outside the Bachchan residence, creating an atmosphere of jubilation. One of the enthusiastic fans even ceremoniously cut a cake to commemorate the grand occasion.
In a spontaneous outpouring of admiration, some fans broke into joyful dance, swaying to the timeless tunes of Amitabh Bachchan's iconic songs.
Amitabh Bachchan's illustrious journey in the world of cinema commenced with "Saat Hindustani" in 1969. Subsequently, his portrayal of Dr. Bhaskar Banerjee in Hrishikesh Mukherjee's "Anand" (1971) earned him the coveted Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor.
Prakash Mehra's action-packed masterpiece "Zanjeer" (1973) catapulted Bachchan to stardom, and from then on, he has consistently enthralled audiences with his versatile roles.
Most recently, the legendary figure graced the silver screen in the heartwarming family entertainer "Uunchai," featuring alongside Anupam Kher, Parineeti Chopra, and Boman Irani. Directed by the visionary Sooraj Barjatya, the film garnered a resoundingly positive response from the audience.
The journey continues as Amitabh Bachchan embarks on new cinematic endeavors, including "Project K" alongside luminaries Deepika Padukone and Prabhas. Furthermore, he is set to make his mark in Ribhu Dasgupta's courtroom drama film "Section 84."
A momentous reunion is on the horizon as the screen legend collaborates once again with the South Indian stalwart, Rajinikanth, after a remarkable 32 years, in the much-anticipated "Thalaivar 170." Directed by the eminent TJ Gnanavel, the film boasts a stellar cast including Ritika Singh, Manju Warrier, Tushara Vijayan, Rana Daggubati, and Fahadh Faasil. In this cinematic masterpiece, Rajinikanth is poised to play the role of a retired police officer.
- ANI
