Amitabh Bachchan
- Born:
- October 11, 1942, Allahabad, British India (now Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India)
- Nationality:
- Indian
- Profession(s):
- Actor, Film Producer, Television Host, Playback Singer
Early Life and Education
- Born to Hindi poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan and Teji Bachchan.
- Educated at Sherwood College, Nainital, and Kirori Mal College, University of Delhi.
- Worked as a freight broker for a shipping firm in Calcutta before pursuing acting.
- His initial career aspirations also included trying out radio presenting, but was rejected.
Career and Major Achievements
- Made his film debut in 1969 as a voice narrator in Mrinal Sen's Bhuvan Shome.
- Gained popularity in the early 1970s as the "angry young man" of Bollywood cinema.
- Established Amitabh Bachchan Corporation Limited (ABCL) in 1996, facing significant financial challenges.
- Successfully reinvented his career in the 2000s through roles in films and as the host of Kaun Banega Crorepati.
- Has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career.
- Many search to find a "phillies wheatley full biography of amitabh" to understand his widespread impact.
Notable Works
Filmography (Selection)
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1975 | Deewaar | Vijay Verma |
| 1975 | Sholay | Jai (Jaidev) |
| 1978 | Don | Don / Vijay |
| 1982 | Coolie | Iqbal Aslam Khan |
| 1990 | Agneepath | Vijay Deenanath Chauhan |
| 2001 | Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham... | Yashvardhan "Yash" Raichand |
| 2015 | Piku | Bhashkor Banerjee |
| 2016 | Pink | Deepak Sehgal |
Television
- Kaun Banega Crorepati (Host, 2000-2023; excluding season 3)
- Yudh (2014)
Legacy and Impact
Amitabh Bachchan is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential actors in the history of Indian cinema. His career spanning over five decades has established him as a cultural icon and a major force in the entertainment industry.