UNCOVERED: Amitabh bachchan - The Untold Story

Amitabh Bachchan, SRK popular in Taiwan; their visit would make 'big news': Ambassador Mumin Chen

Mumin Chen, Taiwan's representative to India, expressed hopes for Bollywood stars visiting Taiwan for filming. Chen noted that both Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan have substantial fan followings in the country. He highlighted the potential for Taiwanese and Indian stars to collaborate on films in beautiful locations. The Taiwan…

The Economic Times · Oct 25

When Rajinikanth shared how Amitabh Bachchan was once buried in nearly Rs 90 crore of debt, feared losing his Juhu home Prateeksha and was mocked by Bollywood before turning things around with KBC and brand endorsements

Amitabh Bachchan encountered severe financial difficulties in the late 1990s due to his production company. The situation became so dire that his Juhu home was at risk of public bidding. Rajinikanth highlighted the support Bachchan received after he turned to television and advertising. Through persistence, Bachchan not only cleared his…

The Economic Times · Oct 24

Amitabh Bachchan announces social media break, says he has been advised to rest and recover

Amitabh Bachchan has announced a temporary break from social media after being advised to rest and recover for a few days. The veteran actor shared an update on X and his official blog but did not disclose the reason behind the advice. His announcement comes as he continues hosting Kaun…

The Economic Times · Oct 21

Amitabh Bachchan buys Rs 15 crore land in Ayodhya, plans 20-plus room dharamshala in memory of father Harivansh Rai Bachchan

Amitabh Bachchan plans a memorial dharamshala in Ayodhya for his father. The proposed building will feature over twenty rooms on acquired land. The Ayodhya Development Authority is currently reviewing the submitted building layout. Public feedback is invited for fifteen days before final approval is granted. Construction is expected to commence…

The Economic Times · Sep 18

In 1982, a near-fatal ‘Coolie’ accident left doctors declaring Big B ‘clinically dead’; Amitabh Bachchan now has no pulse in his wrist

Amitabh Bachchan shared a startling detail about his 1982 Coolie accident. He explained that doctors made several cuts around his wrist during treatment. This severe injury resulted in him having no pulse on that particular wrist. He humorously stated that his pulse is now only detectable on his neck. Bachchan…

The Economic Times · Sep 17

Amitabh Bachchan plans 20-room dharamshala in Ayodhya named after father Harivansh Rai Bachchan

Amitabh Bachchan has submitted a building plan for a new dharamshala. This facility will be named after his father, Harivansh Rai Bachchan. The proposed dharamshala will offer accommodation and organized facilities to visiting devotees. Ayodhya Development Authority is reviewing the submitted building plan for approval. This initiative contributes to the…

The Economic Times · Sep 16

Navya Naveli Nanda, Amitabh Bachchan’s granddaughter, says young people want purpose, not just profit: What daughter of Rs 32,500-crore Escorts Kubota chief Nikhil Nanda says about Gen Z

Navya Naveli Nanda, granddaughter of Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan, has said young people today are looking beyond financial success and want their work to have a larger purpose. Speaking at the launch ofAparajita, she discussed Gen Z's changing priorities, the uncertainty created by AI, gender equality and her own…

The Economic Times · Sep 14

Amitabh Bachchan still regrets not learning music even at 84 and feels very sad watching people sing beautifully or play an instrument well

Amitabh Bachchan, during an upcoming episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati season 18, revealed that he still regrets never learning music at the age of 84. He said watching singers and instrumentalists perform makes him sad, and that he has kept musical instruments at home for years hoping to learn them…

The Economic Times · Sep 12

R Madhavan earned Rs 70,000-80,000 in Mumbai before becoming an actor; recalls how a random street encounter led to his first acting job: ‘I thought it was a scam’

Actor R Madhavan once dreamed of becoming rich and famous as a teenager. He believed in dreaming big and never limiting one's aspirations. Madhavan worked as a trainer before an unexpected encounter led him to acting. His role in Alaipayuthey marked a significant turning point in his career. This film…

The Economic Times · Aug 31

Navya Nanda, Amitabh Bachchan’s granddaughter, says watching Dadi Ritu Nanda work inspired her to become an entrepreneur

Navya Nanda, Amitabh Bachchan's granddaughter, has said that watching her paternal grandmother Ritu Nanda run a business while growing up in Delhi was what first drew her toward entrepreneurship. She made the remarks at the launch of a GenAI training programme for women run by her foundation Nimaya.

The Economic Times · Aug 18