Amitabh Bachchan, the son of a renowned Hindi poet, had the privilege of growing up in a wealthy family in Allahabad, India. He attended prestigious schools like Sherwood College and Kirori Mal College, but his true passion was always acting. After a brief stint as a freight broker, Bachchan made his debut in the film industry with "Saat Hindustani," which won him the National Film Award for Best Newcomer.
But it wasn't until his role in the film "Anand" that Bachchan truly broke through as an actor. He went on to star in blockbusters such as "Zanjeer," "Deewar," and "Sholay," and became known for his intense performances and baritone voice.
In the 1980s, Bachchan tried his hand at politics, which didn't go so well for him. But he bounced back with some memorable performances in films like "Agneepath" and "Khuda Gawah." He also tried his hand at TV, hosting the popular game show "Kaun Banega Crorepati," and even appeared in commercials.
Bachchan has received several awards for his contributions to Indian cinema, including the Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Vibhushan. He's acted in over 200 films in various languages, including Hindi, Bengali, and English, and is considered a living legend in the Indian film industry.
Off-screen, Bachchan is known for his philanthropic work, including his support of polio eradication, eye donation, and girl child education. He's also an environmental advocate.
In 2020, Bachchan and his family contracted COVID-19 but recovered fully. Despite his age, he's still active on social media and continues to inspire his millions of fans around the world. But let's be real, we're all just waiting for him to host another season of "Kaun Banega Crorepati."