Amitabh Bachchan
Indian actor (born 1942)
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- Amitabh Bachchan recalls early career rejections and announces upcoming role in Kalki 2898 AD sequelReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet78/100
- Amitabh Bachchan’s Juhu bungalow Jalsa named in bomb threat emailReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet76/100
- Salman Khan, Tiger Shroff targeted, Amitabh Bachchan behind bulletproof glass: Film workers' body seeks PM Modi's intervention after attacks, threatsReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet76/100
- What the news is about
- Interview42
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- Controversy7
- Appearance6
- Award2
- Casting2
- Business2
- Announcement1
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- Bollywood Hungama5 updates
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Amitabh Bachchan wins personality rights case in Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court ruled in Amitabh Bachchan’s favour in his personality rights suit, ordering that defendants may not use his name, image, voice or likeness…
Why it matters — It safeguards Bachchan’s control over his name and likeness, affecting how his image can be used commercially.
1 outlet
Reported by Times of India.Amitabh Bachchan’s Juhu bungalow Jalsa named in bomb threat email
Bollywood Hungama reported that Amitabh Bachchan’s Juhu residence, Jalsa, was among several prominent Mumbai locations mentioned in a bomb threat email…
Why it matters — Fans would want to know about any threats to his residence and the outcome of the security response.
1 outlet
Reported by Bollywood Hungama.Farah Khan says she never dared to scold Amitabh Bachchan on the Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham set
Farah Khan revealed that she never dared to scold Amitabh Bachchan while filming Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham.
Why it matters — Fans learn about a behind‑the‑scenes interaction involving Amitabh Bachchan and a colleague’s restraint on set.
1 outlet
Reported by NDTV Movies.KC Bokadia says Shah Rukh Khan forgave Rs 95 lakh fee during Hum Tumhare Hain Sanam filming
KC Bokadia recalled that Shah Rukh Khan told him, “What money, sir?
Why it matters — Fans see a personal example of SRK valuing relationships over money.
2 outlets · 3 reports
Reported by Times of India, Hindustan Times.Salman Khan, Tiger Shroff targeted, Amitabh Bachchan behind bulletproof glass: Film workers' body seeks PM Modi's intervention after attacks, threats
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1 outlet
Reported by Hindustan Times.Amitabh Bachchan held a fan darshan behind a bulletproof enclosure, after a Tiger Shroff shooting; Shah Rukh Khan waved to fans at Mannat
Amitabh Bachchan’s latest Sunday fan darshan took place behind a bulletproof enclosure, following a shooting incident involving Tiger Shroff.
Why it matters — Fans of Amitabh Bachchan would note the heightened security measures for his public appearances.
1 outlet
Reported by Hindustan Times.Amitabh Bachchan says Jaya Bachchan called him 'Lambu ji' for a few years
Amitabh Bachchan said his wife Jaya Bachchan affectionately called him 'Lambu ji' for several years, recalling the nickname humorously.
Why it matters — Fans get a light‑hearted glimpse of Amitabh and Jaya’s personal banter.
3 outlets
Reported by Times of India, Hindustan Times, NDTV Movies.Amitabh Bachchan slams media outlet for twisting his Lord Krishna invocation
Amitabh Bachchan criticized a media outlet, saying it twisted his invocation of Lord Krishna.
Why it matters — Fans may want to know his stance on how his religious references are portrayed in the press.
1 outlet
Reported by Hindustan Times.Amitabh Bachchan mourns the death of Kaante director Sanjay Gupta
Amitabh Bachchan mourned Sanjay Gupta’s death, calling it unfair, after the Kaante director died at 59.
Why it matters — Fans see his tribute as a personal response to the loss of a longtime collaborator.
1 outlet
Reported by NDTV Movies.Amitabh Bachchan slams reports twisting his words and issues a strict warning
Amitabh Bachchan criticised reports that twisted his words about elephants, horses and a palanquin, saying they portrayed his post as a challenge to his…
Why it matters — Fans would note his direct response to media misinterpretation of his comments.
1 outlet
Reported by Hindustan Times.Amitabh Bachchan mourns friend Sanjay Gupta’s death in an emotional blog post
Amitabh Bachchan posted an emotional blog remembering his friend and Kaante director Sanjay Gupta after Gupta died at 59, saying he was unable to understand…
Why it matters — Fans see his personal tribute and emotional response to the loss of a close collaborator.
2 outlets
Reported by Hindustan Times, Times of India.Amitabh Bachchan greeted fans behind bulletproof glass outside his Mumbai home
NDTV Movies reported that Amitabh Bachchan greeted fans behind bulletproof glass outside his Mumbai residence, continuing a decades‑long tradition of stepping…
Why it matters — Fans value his public greetings, so seeing him meet them even behind glass shows his continued engagement.
1 outlet
Reported by NDTV Movies.Amitabh Bachchan waved to fans from a protective shield outside his Jalsa bungalow, while son Abhishek stood guard
Amitabh Bachchan greeted fans from behind a protective shield at his Juhu home, Jalsa, on a Sunday, and his son Abhishek was present as a guard.
Why it matters — Followers see his ongoing tradition of meeting fans and the added security measures, highlighting his public engagement…
2 outlets
Reported by Hindustan Times, Bollywood Hungama.Himesh Reshammiya says he’ll turn director and become a superstar actor, citing Amitabh Bachchan’s 13th film
Himesh Reshammiya told Komal Nahta that he plans to become a director and has scripts ready for his directorial debut.
Why it matters — Fans of Himesh Reshammiya would care because he announced new directing projects and a push to become a superstar actor.
1 outlet
Reported by Bollywood Hungama.Amitabh Bachchan to play a key role in Aishwarya Rajinikanth’s upcoming film ‘Texla’ starring Jai
According to the Times of India, Amitabh Bachchan will play a key role in Aishwarya Rajinikanth’s upcoming film ‘Texla’, which she is directing in its early…
Why it matters — Fans of Amitabh Bachchan would note his involvement in a new high‑profile project with director Aishwarya Rajinikanth…
1 outlet
Reported by Times of India.Amitabh Bachchan offered water to Sai Pallavi on KBC 18, prompting an emotional reaction
Amitabh Bachchan offered water to Sai Pallavi during KBC 18, after which she became emotional and said she has expectations for a life partner.
Why it matters — Fans see a personal moment between the veteran host and the actress on a widely watched TV show.
1 outlet
Reported by NDTV Movies.Amitabh Bachchan practiced "aura farming" for a young Ranbir Kapoor before it became a trend
NDTV Movies said Amitabh Bachchan was "aura farming" for a young Ranbir Kapoor before it became a trend, and that Ranbir Kapoor appeared as a KBC guest ahead…
Why it matters — It shows Bachchan’s early involvement in a practice that later gained popularity, highlighting his influence for his…
1 outlet
Reported by NDTV Movies.Manoj Bajpayee says Amitabh Bachchan and Pankaj Tripathi prefer reading scripts in Devanagari
Manoj Bajpayee said that Amitabh Bachchan and Pankaj Tripathi prefer reading their scripts in Devanagari.
Why it matters — Fans learn that these actors favor Devanagari scripts, revealing a detail of their preparation and work style.
1 outlet
Reported by Times of India.Amitabh Bachchan greets fans outside Jalsa amid bomb threat, with son Abhishek overseeing security
The Hindustan Times reported a bomb‑threat email targeting Amitabh Bachchan’s Mumbai bungalow was filed with police, prompting heavy security.
Why it matters — Fans care about his safety, his health recovery, and his continued presence as the host of a popular TV show.
2 outlets · 4 reports
Reported by Hindustan Times, Times of India.Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Ravi Dubey will join Amitabh Bachchan on KBC 18 Diwali Special
NDTV Movies reported that Ranbir Kapoor, Sai Pallavi and Ravi Dubey will join Amitabh Bachchan on the KBC 18 Diwali Special, which will air on October 29 and…
Why it matters — Fans of Amitabh Bachchan may be interested in his upcoming KBC Diwali special appearance alongside Ranbir Kapoor and…
2 outlets
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