Megastar Amitabh Bachchan turned 84 on Sunday, and the birthday wishes have been pouring in from across the film fraternity. Among the first to send a special message was Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi, who took to X to share a touching tribute for the veteran actor. Posting an adorable photograph of himself hugging the legendary star, Chiranjeevi affectionately referred to Bachchan as his “dearest Guru Ji.”
In his heartfelt post, Chiranjeevi reflected on the immense impact the Bollywood icon has had on his own journey. He praised Bachchan’s unwavering dedication to acting, his deep love for cinema, and the profound respect he maintains for his craft. Chiranjeevi noted that while the world knows the veteran for his towering professional achievements, it is his genuine warmth and humility that truly set him apart. The Telugu superstar concluded his message by wishing the legend good health, endless happiness, and many more years of doing what he loves most.
The bond between the two legends goes beyond mutual admiration; they famously shared the screen in the 2019 historical action drama Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy. In the film, directed by Surender Reddy, Chiranjeevi portrayed the freedom fighter Uyyalawada Narasimha Reddy, while Bachchan made a memorable appearance as the spiritual leader Gosayi Venkanna.
Bachchan’s illustrious career began with his 1969 debut in Saat Hindustani. Despite a challenging start at the box office, he quickly rose to stardom with iconic roles in films like Anand and Bombay To Goa. Having worked across generations, the actor remains as busy as ever. Following his recent appearance in the Tamil film Vettaiyan, fans are eagerly awaiting his return in the sequel to the science-fiction epic Kalki 2898 AD, which also stars Prabhas and Kamal Haasan.