Amitabh Bachchan: Film Career and Rise to Stardom
Amitabh Bachchan: Film Career and Rise to Stardom Amitabh Bachchan, often referred to as the Shahenshah (Emperor) of Bollywood, is one of the most iconic and influential actors in the history of Indian cinema. His career spans over five decades and includes an impressive body of work, making him a cultural icon in India and abroad. Here is an elaborate account of his film career and his rise to stardom. Early Life and Entry into Films Amitabh Harivansh Rai Bachchan was born on October 11, 1942, in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh. His father, Harivansh Rai Bachchan, was a renowned poet, and his mother, Teji Bachchan, was a social activist. After completing his education in Sherwood College, Nainital, and Kirori Mal College, Delhi University, Bachchan initially worked in Calcutta (now Kolkata) before moving to Bombay (now Mumbai) to pursue a career in acting. He made his acting debut in 1969 with Saat Hindustani, directed by Khwaja Ahmad Abbas. Though the film was not a commercial success, it w...