The legendary Kamal Haasan took to social media to share a touching tribute as Amitabh Bachchan celebrated his 84th birthday on October 11. Sharing a nostalgic throwback photo from their 1985 hit film Geraftaar, Haasan praised the megastar’s unparalleled screen presence. He famously wrote that Bachchan made the baritone voice iconic, the pause dramatic, and the raised eyebrow a plot twist. Haasan added that the actor can make even a simple greeting like ‘Deviyon aur Sajjano’ sound like a blockbuster opening, concluding his post by calling the star an ‘Angry Young Man’ who has always been in a league of his own.
This heartfelt message highlights the enduring bond between two of Indian cinema’s most respected icons. The duo first shared the screen in the 1985 action drama Geraftaar, which also featured South superstar Rajinikanth. Decades later, the two legends reunited for the 2024 science-fiction epic Kalki 2898 AD. While their characters, the immortal warrior Ashwatthama and the antagonist Supreme Yaskin, did not share direct screen time in the first instalment, their inclusion in the same project was a massive treat for cinephiles everywhere.
Big B’s birthday was marked by his signature style as he greeted fans gathered outside his Juhu residence for his traditional Sunday darshan. Dressed in a dark maroon kurta paired with a sophisticated Kashmiri Kani pashmina shawl and his trademark glasses, the actor looked every bit the icon he is. Born on October 11, 1942, in Allahabad, Bachchan has spent over five decades redefining Indian entertainment. From his breakthrough as the ‘Angry Young Man’ in the 1973 film Zanjeer to his critically acclaimed performances in Black and Paa, along with his dominance on television through Kaun Banega Crorepati, his journey remains unmatched. His illustrious career is decorated with four National Film Awards and prestigious honours including the Padma Vibhushan and the Dadasaheb Phalke Award.