Amitabh Bachchan

Amitabh Bachchan (1942- current)

Introduction:

Often called the Shehenshaah  of Bollywood, the mega-start Amitabh Bachchan is an iconic figure in Indian cinema. He was born on October 11, 1942, in Allahabad, India and has had a long and illustrious career spanning over five decades. With his towering height, deep baritone voice, and intense acting, he has captured the hearts of millions of fans worldwide. Bachchan has starred in over 200 films and won numerous awards till date. Apart from acting, he is also known for his philanthropy work and hosting the popular television show, Kaun Banega Crorepati.

Biography:

Height: 6 feet 2 inches (188 cm)

Weight: around 76 kilograms (167 lbs)

Boy/girl friend: none

Spouse: got married to actress Jaya Bachchan in 1973.

Children: Their daughter is named Shweta Bachchan Nanda, who is married to businessman Nikhil Nanda. Their son is actor Abhishek Bachchan, who is married to actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. Amitabh Bachchan is also a proud grandfather to Shweta’s children, Navya Naveli Nanda and Agastya Nanda, and Abhishek and Aishwarya’s daughter, Aaradhya Bachchan.

Accolades:

The superstar has won several accolades for his contributions to Indian cinema. These include four National Film Awards and several Filmfare Awards. He was also awarded the Padma Shri in 1984 and the Padma Bhushan in 2001. He also was honored with the Padma Vibhushan, India’s second-highest civilian award, in 2015 for his contributions to the arts. Additionally, he has been awarded honorary doctorates from several universities for his outstanding acting inputs to the Indian cinema.

Any plastic surgery:

According to several past rumors, Amitabh Bachchan has undergone plastic surgery, which were never confirmed or denied by the actor. Regardless of the rumors, he remains a highly respected and admired figure in Indian cinema. 

Recent releases:

He was seen in Goodbye, The Great Leader and Brahmastra Part One: Shiva recently. 

Net worth this year:

Amitabh Bachchan’s net worth has been estimated to be around USD 400 million this year.