Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan received heartfelt birthday wishes from his film industry colleagues, co-stars, and fans on his 83rd birthday on Saturday. His granddaughter Navya Naveli Nanda posted a picture on Instagram with warm birthday greetings.
Navya wrote in the post, “Happy birthday, Nana.” Prabhas, who co-starred with Amitabh Bachchan in the successful Telugu film ‘Kalki 2898 AD’, also congratulated him via an Instagram post.
The actor said, “It has been a privilege to witness your legacy and work with you. May your coming year be fantastic, sir. Happy birthday.”
Ajay Devgn recalled memories of directing Amitabh Bachchan in ‘Runway 34’. Devgn shared a scene from the film and wrote, “The hardest task was saying ‘cut’ after sir delivered his shot.”
Actress Kriti Sanon shared a picture with Amitabh Bachchan and wrote, “Happy birthday, sir! Your legacy, talent, and warmth will continue to inspire us all.”
Shilpa Shetty wished the veteran actor Amitabh “happiness, success, and excellent health,” while Sonam Kapoor shared a picture of Amitabh and simply wrote, ‘Happy Birthday Amit Uncle’.
Veteran actor Jackie Shroff created a collage of pictures from their iconic films and posted a tribute to Amitabh Bachchan, stating he holds ‘immense respect’ for the legendary actor in his heart.
Filmmaker-choreographer Farah Khan also shared a picture and wrote, “Happy Birthday Legend.” Filmmakers Shoojit Sircar and Mohit Suri also extended their wishes to the senior actor.
Sircar, who worked with Amitabh Bachchan in films like ‘Piku’ and ‘Gulabo Sitabo’, expressed gratitude for the veteran actor’s influence on his career.
Sircar said, “I feel his involvement in my life has been extraordinary. Without him, I wouldn’t be where I am today. I am truly fortunate that he agreed to work with me. My wishes to him. I am grateful he came into my life.”
Amitabh Bachchan began his acting career in 1969 with ‘Saat Hindustani’, but the 1973 film ‘Zanjeer’ propelled him to stardom. Amitabh was also called the ‘Angry Young Man’ of the 1970s and delivered stellar performances in films like ‘Don’ and ‘Sholay’.
After facing a period of career setbacks in the 1990s, Amitabh Bachchan made a powerful comeback in 2000 as the host of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’ and delivered strong performances in films like ‘Black’, ‘Khaki’, ‘Cheeni Kum’, ‘Sarkar’, ‘Pa’, ‘Pink’, and ‘Jhund’.
Saat Hindustani
“Saat Hindustani” (The Seven Indians) is a 1969 Indian Hindi-language war film directed by Khwaja Ahmad Abbas, not a physical place or cultural site. The film is notable for its patriotic theme, following the story of seven Indians from diverse backgrounds who unite to fight for the liberation of Goa from Portuguese colonial rule. It is also historically significant for launching the career of legendary Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan.
Zanjeer
“Zanjeer” refers to a set of chains and blades used in the Shia Muslim religious ritual of Zanjeer Zani or Qama Zani, which is a form of self-flagellation practiced during the mourning period of Muharram. This ritual commemorates the martyrdom of Imam Hussain, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, at the Battle of Karbala in 680 AD. It is a symbolic act of mourning and solidarity with Hussain’s suffering, though its practice is controversial and banned in some countries due to safety concerns.
Don
The River Don in England is a major river in South Yorkshire, historically vital for the region’s industrial development. It became famous as the river that was so polluted it caught fire, inspiring the name of the environmental band “The River Don” in the 1990s. Today, thanks to extensive cleanup efforts, it is a much healthier waterway supporting wildlife and recreation.
Sholay
“Sholay” is not a physical place or cultural site, but a landmark 1975 Indian Hindi-language action-adventure film. The movie is set in a fictional village and tells the story of two criminals hired to capture a ruthless bandit. It is considered a classic of Indian cinema and had a profound impact on popular culture in India.
Kaun Banega Crorepati
“Kaun Banega Crorepati” (KBC) is a highly popular Indian Hindi-language television game show, adapted from the British program “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?”. It first premiered in 2000 and is most famously hosted by the iconic Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan. The show’s format, which allows contestants to win large sums of money by correctly answering multiple-choice questions, has made it a cultural phenomenon in India and has been credited with changing the country’s television landscape.
Black
“Black” is not a specific place or cultural site. It is a color or a term that can refer to many different things, such as the Black Sea, the Black Hills, or the cultural concept of the Black Arts Movement.
If you are referring to a specific location like the **Black Sea**, it is a body of water between Southeastern Europe and Asia Minor, historically a vital trade route for various empires. Alternatively, the **Black Hills** are a mountain range in the US sacred to the Lakota Sioux and the site of the Mount Rushmore monument.
Please provide the full name of the place you have in mind for a more accurate summary.
Pink
“Pink” is most famously the name of a historic neighbourhood in Jaipur, India, known as the “Pink City” for its distinctive, uniformly terracotta-pink coloured buildings. The city was painted this colour in 1876 to welcome the Prince of Wales (later King Edward VII), as pink was traditionally associated with hospitality. Today, it remains a vibrant cultural and commercial hub, home to iconic sites like the Hawa Mahal and City Palace.
Jhund
I am unable to provide a summary for “Jhund” as it does not appear to refer to a widely recognized place or cultural site. The term “jhund” is a Hindi word meaning a herd, flock, or large group, and it is also the title of a 2021 Indian film about a slum soccer team. If you have a different or more specific location in mind, please provide additional details.