Big B remembers his ‘most beautiful’ mother’s strength, aesthetics and love

Mumbai, (IANS) On Teji Bachchan’s 110th birth anniversary, megastar Amitabh Bachchan remembered his “most beautiful” mother.

Ahead of his mother’s birth anniversary on Sunday, the thespian took to his blog and remembered his mother.

“A day tomorrow of remembrance to the most beautiful Mother of all time .. Aug 12 .. her strength, her warmth, her sense of etiquette and aesthetics .. but most importantly her faith and love of all things bright and beautiful for us all ..There is no need to say anymore,” Amitabh wrote as the caption.

Teji Bachchan, a social activist, was born in August 1914 and passed away on December 21, 2007. She was married to late legendary poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan, with whom she has two sons, Amitabh and Ajitabh Bachchan.

Meanwhile, the icon is all set to host the 16th season of the quiz-based reality television show 'Kaun Banega Crorepati'. “Kaun Banega Crorepati 16” is set to premiere on August 12 and will feature the contestant fighting a battle of wits and knowledge to bag the prize money.

The quiz-based reality show will feature a new segment called the 'Super Sawaal', appearing after the fifth question. It will allow contestants to double their prize money without lifelines, adding a high-stakes twist to the game.

“Kaun Banega Crorepati," one of the biggest shows in India, helped Big B bounce back to stardom after his production company, Amitabh Bachchan Corporation Limited, plunged into debt. The new season will premiere on Sony Entertainment Television.

On the film front, Big B was last seen on the big screen in the blockbuster pan-India film “Kalki 2898 AD," which also stars Kamal Haasan, Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Disha Patani.Directed by Nag Ashwin, 'Kalki 2898 AD' is the first instalment of the Kalki Cinematic Universe and draws inspiration from Hindu scriptures. Based in a post-apocalyptic world in the year 2898 AD, the film traces the journey of a group of people striving to save the unborn child of lab subject SUM-80, named Kalki. Big B remembers his ‘most beautiful’ mother’s strength, aesthetics and love | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com

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Amitabh Bachchan champions for good life of artists and acting field

New Delhi, (IANS) Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who is the host of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’, has voiced his opinion for the field of acting, and shared how artists lead a good life, candidly giving his example.

Big B welcomed Ranjeet Kumar Singh, from Ramgarh, Bihar to the hot seat in the new episode of the knowledge based reality show.

During the gameplay, the ‘Sarkar’ actor asked the contestant: “What are you doing nowadays?”

To which he replied: “Sir, I'm in Mumbai currently. It's difficult to survive in Mumbai. I gave a walk-in interview in the optical industry and I got selected. Sir, I'm currently working there.”

“I'm struggling in this city to survive as I'm trying to be an actor. Sir, you know that villagers don't value acting as a profession,” shared Ranjeet.

The ‘Brahmastra’ actor asked him whether he is trying his luck nowadays or not, and the contestant said that he is giving auditions continuously.

“I have experience in the theatre.I was a part of the Villager Theatre Group,” said the contestant.

Amitabh said: “Please keep trying”, to which Ranjeet said: “Sir, I need your blessings.”

Big B said: “You already have my blessings.”

The contestant then went on to say, “Sir, I have a few words to say. I have a small request. Please tell my father once. When I act there are people in the village who ask if this is what I'm doing and I feel bad. Please tell my father that it's a nice field.”

The 81-year-old actor then said to his father: “No, Sir. This is good. Let him become an actor. One day, he will find work for sure. Don't feel bad. Yes, an artist's life is good too. Here's an example in front of you (pointing at himself).”‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 15’ airs on Sony. Amitabh Bachchan champions for good life of artists and acting field | MorungExpress | morungexpress.com

Read More........ → July 08, 2024

Amitabh Bachchan honored with Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Puraskar

Amitabh Bachchan receiving the Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Award April 24, 2024. PHOTO screenshot from video

Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan on Wednesday was honored with the Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Award at a ceremony in Mumbai’s Dinanath Mangeshkar Natyagrih.

The event, which took place in Mumbai, honored Bachchan for his exceptional contributions to Indian cinema.

Singer Usha Mangeshkar, the third eldest of the Mangeshkar siblings, presented the award to Bachchan.

Big B expressed his heartfelt sentiments while remembering the late singer Lata Mangeshkar.

“Whenever I used to meet Lata ji or when she used to meet my family, her love and affection for us were of a different kind…,” the actor said.

The 81-year-old star, whose career spans over five decades in films and known for movies such as ‘Zanjeer’, ‘Deewar’, ‘Chupke Chupke’, ‘Mohabbatein’, and ‘Piku’ made an elegant appearance dressed in a stylish traditional outfit.

The superstar was accompanied by his son Abhishek Bachchan. Together, they sought the blessings of the late Lata Mangeshkar and laid flowers at her memorial.

Past recipients of this prestigious honor include Prime Minister Narendra Modi and renowned singer Asha Bhosale.

The award, named the Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Puraskar, is presented annually to individuals who have made groundbreaking contributions to the nation, its people, and society. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was the inaugural recipient, followed by Asha Bhosle in 2023.The event was overseen by music composer Hridaynath Mangeshkar, the youngest of the Mangeshkar siblings. Amitabh Bachchan honored with Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Puraskar

Read More........ → April 25, 2024