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Amitabh Bachchan

Amitabh Bachchan - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornOctober 11, 1942
Age83
BirthplaceAllahabad, United Provinces, British India (now Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India)
Zodiac SignLibra - (see also Amitabh Bachchan's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacHorse
GenerationSilent Generation
Known ForBeing a legendary Bollywood actor, often referred to as the 'Shahenshah' (Emperor) of Bollywood, acclaimed for roles in films like 'Sholay', 'Deewaar', 'Zanjeer', and 'Paa'.

Intro

Amitabh Bachchan is a renowned Indian film actor, film producer, television host, occasional playback singer, and former politician. Widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential actors in the history of Indian cinema, he has appeared in over 200 Indian films in a career spanning more than five decades.

Early Life & Background

Amitabh Bachchan was born to the noted Hindi poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan and social activist Teji Bachchan. He attended Sherwood College in Nainital and later graduated from Kirori Mal College, University of Delhi.

Career Highlights

  • Rose to fame in the early 1970s with films like 'Zanjeer' (1973)
  • Dubbed India's 'Angry Young Man' due to his on-screen persona
  • Starred in landmark films such as 'Sholay' (1975), 'Deewaar' (1975), and 'Amar Akbar Anthony' (1977)
  • Won the National Film Award for Best Actor multiple times
  • Hosted the Indian version of 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?' (Kaun Banega Crorepati)
  • Received India’s highest civilian honors, including the Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Vibhushan

Trivia

  • Suffered a near-fatal accident while filming 'Coolie' in 1982
  • Has been called Bollywood's 'Big B'
  • Was a member of the Indian Parliament from 1984 to 1987
  • His baritone voice is iconic and has narrated many films and documentaries

FAQs

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How old is Amitabh Bachchan?

Amitabh Bachchan is 83 years old.

When was Amitabh Bachchan born?

Amitabh Bachchan was born the 11 October 1942.

Where is Amitabh Bachchan from?

Allahabad, United Provinces, British India (now Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India).

On His Birth-Day

About October 11th, 1942, in brief:

  • Historical events: The Battle of Cape Esperance occurred on October 11, 1942, as part of the Guadalcanal campaign. This naval engagement involved U.S. and Japanese forces, with significant strategic implications for the Pacific theater.
  • Day of the week: October 11th, 1942 was a Sunday
  • Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • Popular movie: This Gun for Hire directed by Frank Tuttle

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amitabh_Bachchan
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Amitabh-Bachchan
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000821/