Amitabh Bachchan: News

Amitabh Harivansh Rai Shrivastava Bachchan was born to a prominent poet, Harivansh Rai Bachchan in the year 1942. He is one of the most recognized and respected actor in the Indian as well as International Film industry. He made his Film debut in the year 1969 and since then hasn’t stopped and went on to win the Padma Vibhushan in 2015.

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22 Dec 2024

Bollywood

'When you receive so much...'—Moushumi Chatterjee on Amitabh's behavior post-stardom

Veteran actor Moushumi Chatterjee recently spoke about how she has seen Amitabh Bachchan change after he became a star.

11 Dec 2024

Raj Kapoor

'Raj Kapoor 100': Mukherjee's 'Anand' was born from Kapoor's illness

India is set to celebrate Raj Kapoor's enduring legacy with an upcoming film festival.

10 Dec 2024

Bollywood

MS Dhoni beats Bachchan, SRK, Kohli in brand endorsements

Cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni has beaten Bollywood superstars Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan in the race for brand endorsements.

08 Dec 2024

Amjad Khan

Rekha credits Amitabh Bachchan for her brilliant 'Suhaag' dandiya performance   

Veteran actor Rekha recently graced The Great Indian Kapil Show where she spoke about working with Amitabh Bachchan in the 1979 film Suhaag.

03 Dec 2024

Kamal Haasan

Tamil film producers seek 3-day ban on movie reviews post-release

The Tamil Film Active Producers Association (TFAPA) has moved the Madras High Court with a writ petition, calling for a three-day ban on movie reviews after their theatrical release.

Ramesh Sippy recalls 'Sholay' scene that took 23-days to shoot

Acclaimed Bollywood director Ramesh Sippy recently graced the ongoing 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa.

28 Nov 2024

Aamir Khan

Amitabh was almost a part of 'Ishq,' then this happened 

The 1997 Bollywood comedy-drama Ishq, celebrated its 27th anniversary on Thursday.

21 Nov 2024

Abhishek Bachchan

'Speculated untruths': Big B's cryptic post amid Abhishek-Aishwarya's divorce rumors

Amid swirling rumors about his family, Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan has taken to his blog to express concern over "speculated untruths without verification."

11 Nov 2024

Kalki 2898 AD

After India domination, 'Kalki' heads to Japan in January

The mythological sci-fi epic Kalki 2898 AD, starring Prabhas, Amitabh Bachchan, Deepika Padukone, and Kamal Haasan, is set for a grand release in Japan on January 3.

Why Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra's India-Pak film 'Samjhauta Express' got shelved

Acclaimed Indian filmmaker Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra had once planned a film titled Samjhauta Express, aimed at promoting peace between India and Pakistan.

07 Nov 2024

Bhool Bhulaiyaa

Amitabh Bachchan could return for 'Bhoothnath 3' as development begins

The beloved Bhoothnath franchise is said to be making a return with its third installment, Bhoothnath 3.

05 Nov 2024

Netflix

'Citadel: Honey Bunny' to 'Vettaiyan': Unmissable OTT releases this week

Streaming platforms like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video are all set to drop a bunch of new movies and web series this week. The upcoming slate promises a healthy mix of comedy, action, and drama for everyone to enjoy.

04 Nov 2024

Bollywood

Helena Luke, who divorced Mithun Chakraborty 4-months after marriage, dies

Helena Luke, the first wife of Dadasaheb Phalke Award-winner Mithun Chakraborty and a famous Bollywood actor, died in the US on Sunday, reportedly

04 Nov 2024

Preity Zinta

'Veer-Zaara': 1,000 tickets sold in Germany ahead of international re-release

The iconic Bollywood film Veer-Zaara, starring Shah Rukh Khan and Preity Zinta, will have a grand international re-release on Thursday (November 7).

31 Oct 2024

Anirudh Ravichander

'Vettaiyan' to premiere on Amazon Prime Video on this date

The Tamil action-drama Vettaiyan, starring superstars Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan, will premiere globally on Amazon Prime Video on November 8.

31 Oct 2024

Varun Dhawan

Meet Lara: Varan Dhawan reveals daughter's name for first time

Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan, who recently embraced fatherhood, has revealed his daughter's name publicly for the first time.

31 Oct 2024

Anirudh Ravichander

Box office: 'Vettaiyan' nears ₹150cr mark after 21 days

Rajinikanth's latest action drama, Vettaiyan, has reportedly grossed ₹251.1cr worldwide in its first 21 days of release.

31 Oct 2024

Aamir Khan

Blockbusters, hits, flops: A look at Bollywood's Diwali report card

Diwali, the festival of lights, is one of the most important times for Bollywood with big-ticket releases and fierce box-office clashes.

29 Oct 2024

Box Office

Rajinikanth's 'Vettaiyan' maintains pace; collects ₹145cr after Day 19

The Tamil action-drama Vettaiyan, starring Rajinikanth, has crossed the ₹145cr mark at the Indian box office on its 19th day of release.

28 Oct 2024

Fahadh Faasil

Rajinikanth's 'Vettaiyan' maintains pace; collects ₹144.75 crore in 18 days

The Tamil film Vettaiyan, directed by TJ Gnanavel and starring Rajinikanth, Amitabh Bachchan, Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, Manju Warrier, Dushara Vijayan, and Ritika Singh in key roles has been doing well at the box office since its release.

27 Oct 2024

Box Office Collection

Rajinikanth's 'Vettaiyan' shows growth; nears ₹145cr mark

Rajinikanth's latest action drama, Vettaiyan, has witnessed a spike in its box office collection on its third Saturday.

26 Oct 2024

Box Office

Rajinikanth-Amitabh's 'Vettaiyan' likely to cross ₹145cr mark soon

The investigative thriller Vettaiyan, which marks the cinematic reunion of legendary actors Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan after nearly three decades, has been struggling at the box office.

26 Oct 2024

Disney+ Hotstar

'Do Patti,' 'Thangalaan': Celebrate Diwali with these top OTT releases

As the festive season of Diwali unfolds, movie buffs are being treated to a double bonanza of blockbuster movies in theaters and an exciting lineup of OTT releases.

25 Oct 2024

Amazon Prime Video

Missed 'Vettaiyan'? Catch Rajinikanth-Amitabh Bachchan's film on this OTT platform

Superstar Rajinikanth's latest blockbuster, Vettaiyan, is reportedly headed for an OTT release on Amazon Prime Video.

25 Oct 2024

Box Office

'Vettaiyan' keeps falling; rakes in ₹141.5cr in 15 days

The star-studded film Vettaiyan, directed by TJ Gnanavel and produced by Lyca Productions, has been doing well at the box office since its release.

24 Oct 2024

Mumbai

Amitabh-Abhishek's property investments cross ₹100cr in 2024: Report

The Bachchan family, including Amitabh Bachchan and his son Abhishek Bachchan, has recently purchased luxury real estate worth ₹24.95 crore in Mulund West, Mumbai.

23 Oct 2024

Abhishek Bachchan

Jaya Bachchan's mother Indira Bhaduri (94) succumbs to age-related illnesses

Indira Bhaduri, Jaya Bachchan's mother and Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan's mother-in-law, has reportedly died in Bhopal at the age of 94.

22 Oct 2024

Amazon Prime Video

When, where to watch Rajinikanth's 'Vettaiyan' on OTT

The Tamil action crime drama Vettaiyan, featuring Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan, will make its digital debut on Amazon Prime Video. While the destination was known, now we have a hint of the date.

22 Oct 2024

Alia Bhatt

'Vettaiyan' struggles to maintain momentum; collects ₹136.45cr after Day 12

The Tamil film Vettaiyan, starring Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan, is having a tough time at the box office. Despite a strong opening of ₹31.7 crore, the film's earnings started to dip after its first four days in theaters.

21 Oct 2024

Box Office

Rajinikanth's 'Vettaiyan' maintains pace; collects ₹134.25cr after Day 11

The action crime drama Vettaiyan, starring Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan, has been struggling with its box office numbers since its release on October 10.

20 Oct 2024

Box Office Collection

'Vettaiyan' maintains pace; collects nearly ₹130cr after 10 days

Rajinikanth's latest film Vettaiyan witnessed a significant jump in its box office collection on the second Saturday.

19 Oct 2024

Rajinikanth

Box office: Rajinikanth's 'Vettaiyan' nears ₹130cr mark

Rajinikanth's latest film, Vettaiyan, has concluded its first week at the box office with a total collection of approximately ₹122.15cr nett.

18 Oct 2024

Box Office

'Vettaiyan' struggles on weekdays; collects ₹122cr by Day 8

The action drama Vettaiyan, directed by TJ Gnanavel and starring Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan, has witnessed a massive drop in ticket sales after its release.

17 Oct 2024

Amrita Singh

Sara Ali Khan, Amrita Singh buy commercial properties worth ₹22cr

Bollywood actor Sara Ali Khan and her mother, veteran actor Amrita Singh, have reportedly bought two commercial office spaces in Andheri West, Mumbai.

17 Oct 2024

Box Office

Rajinikanth's 'Vettaiyan' might get a prequel: Director drops hint

TJ Gnanavel, the director of the recent blockbuster Vettaiyan, has expressed his interest in making a prequel to the film.

17 Oct 2024

Box Office

'Vettaiyan' is slow yet steady; collects ₹119cr in 7 days

Rajinikanth's latest film, Vettaiyan, has taken the box office by storm since its release on October 10. However, its pace slackened over the week.

16 Oct 2024

Box Office

'Vettaiyan' struggles at box office; collects ₹114.6cr after Day 6

The action crime drama Vettaiyan, starring Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan, has witnessed a major dip in box office earnings on its sixth day of release.

15 Oct 2024

Box Office

Rajinikanth's 'Vettaiyan' witnesses significant drop; still collects ₹5.25cr on Monday

The Tamil film Vettaiyan, featuring Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan, has witnessed a major drop in box office numbers on its first Monday.

15 Oct 2024

Jaya Bachchan

Jaya Bachchan to lead Vikas Bahl's comedy film 'Darwaza'

Veteran actor Jaya Bachchan is all set to return to the silver screen in a new avatar.

13 Oct 2024

Box Office

Rajinikanth's 'Vettaiyan' inches closer to ₹100cr mark!

Rajinikanth's latest film, Vettaiyan, directed by TJ Gnanavel and co-starring Amitabh Bachchan, has shown a remarkable performance at the box office.

12 Oct 2024

Box Office

Rajinikanth's 'Vettaiyan' crosses ₹50 crore mark in 2 days!

Despite witnessing a drop in earnings, the Tamil film Vettaiyan, featuring Rajinikanth, Amitabh Bachchan, and Fahadh Faasil, has crossed the ₹50 crore mark within two days of its release.

11 Oct 2024

Alia Bhatt

'Jigra' Day 1 box office: Alia Bhatt's film struggles 

The much-awaited Bollywood action thriller, Jigra, starring Alia Bhatt and Vedang Raina in lead roles, hit the global screens on Friday.

11 Oct 2024

Poland

A Polish rendition of 'Madhushala' makes Big B's birthday unforgettable!

Indian cinema icon, Amitabh Bachchan, celebrated his 82nd birthday on Friday (October 11) with a special tribute from Wroclaw, Poland.

11 Oct 2024

Box Office

Rajinikanth's 'Vettaiyan' begins with a bang, collects ₹30cr on Day-1

The much-anticipated film Vettaiyan, starring superstar Rajinikanth in the lead, has taken a strong start at the box office.

10 Oct 2024

Fahadh Faasil

Where to stream Rajinikanth's 'Vettaiyan' after its theatrical run

The much-anticipated film Vettaiyan, starring superstar Rajinikanth, was released theatrically on Thursday (October 10).

10 Oct 2024

Bollywood

'Aetbaar': The forgotten Big B film produced by Ratan Tata

The world is mourning the death of iconic industrialist Ratan Tata, who passed away on Wednesday at 86 due to age-related issues.

10 Oct 2024

Bollywood Films

46 years later, Amitabh Bachchan's 'Trishul' sequel might be coming!

Producer Anand Pandit has revealed plans to make a sequel to the 1978 film Trishul, starring Amitabh Bachchan.

10 Oct 2024

Fahadh Faasil

'Vettaiyan' salary: How much did Rajinikanth, Amitabh, and others make

The much-awaited film Vettaiyan, directed by TJ Gnanavel and starring superstar Rajinikanth, is all set to hit theaters on Thursday (October 10).

09 Oct 2024

Rajinikanth

'Jigra,' 'Vettaiyan': Don't miss these major releases of Dussehra 2024 

Dussehra, or Vijayadashami, will be celebrated on Saturday, October 12 this year. The festival, which celebrates Lord Rama's victory over Ravana, will also see the release of several much-awaited films.

08 Oct 2024

Kalki 2898 AD

'Kalki 2898 AD' goes international: Releasing soon in Japan, Russia!

Director Nag Ashwin's sci-fi blockbuster Kalki 2898 AD is all set to expand its international reach with upcoming releases in Japan and Russia.

08 Oct 2024

Fahadh Faasil

Harman Baweja acquires Hindi distribution rights of Rajinikanth-Amitabh's 'Vettaiyan'

Actor-producer Harman Baweja is over the moon to be distributing the Hindi version of the much-anticipated film Vettaiyan.

07 Oct 2024

Anirudh Ravichander

Rajinikanth's 'Vettaiyan' eyes massive opening; current collection stands at ₹8cr 

The much-awaited film Vettaiyan, which stars superstar Rajinikanth and Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan, will hit the screens on Thursday, October 10.

07 Oct 2024

Akshay Kumar

The king of TV ads is Akshay Kumar, not SRK!

Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar has become the most visible star in television advertisements, the TAM AdEx Celebrity Endorsement Report for January-June 2024 has revealed.

05 Oct 2024

Amrita Singh

'Badla': Taapsee 'nearly fainted' when Amitabh Bachchan rehearsed 17 times!

Sujoy Ghosh, the acclaimed director of the 2019 mystery thriller Badla, recently opened up about the filming process.

04 Oct 2024

Chennai

Rajinikanth discharged from hospital after heart procedure

Veteran actor Rajinikanth, who was hospitalized on September 30 for a cardiac procedure, has been discharged and is now recuperating at his Poes Garden residence in Chennai.

03 Oct 2024

Anirudh Ravichander

'Vettaiyan': Runtime, certification, and full cast details revealed

The much-anticipated action-drama flick Vettaiyan, featuring superstar Rajinikanth, is all set to hit the screens on October 10.

02 Oct 2024

Rajinikanth

'Vettaiyan' trailer: Rajinikanth's magnetic presence, action scenes steal the show 

The highly anticipated trailer of superstar Rajinikanth's forthcoming film, Vettaiyan, was unveiled on Wednesday. The trailer, released at 5:00pm IST, presents the actor in his signature powerful and charismatic avatar.