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Amitabh Bachchan's 1973 blockbuster was initially a flop, director's son reveals: 'Father mortgaged house, mother's jewellery'Prakash Mehra's ambitious film Zanjeer faced initial box office failure. Director Mehra took significant financial risks. Amitabh Bachchan,...
Quote of the day by Amitabh Bachchan: 'Change is the nature of life but challenge is the future of life. So challenge the changes. Never change the challenges'Amitabh Bachchan, Bollywood's enduring icon, revolutionized action roles and continues to inspire with his wisdom. His quote, 'Change is th...
He arrived in Mumbai in third class train, slept in parks, earned just Rs 50 per month. Today, he has penned many blockbustersJaved Akhtar's journey from a struggling teenager to a celebrated screenwriter is a testament to perseverance. Facing hardship and initial ...
He had killer looks, Afghan roots but struggled as actor after parents' death. Today his superstar son has Rs 2,900 cr net worthSalim Khan’s life traces a remarkable arc from personal loss to shaping one of Bollywood’s most influential film families. Born into a fami...
Salim Khan, Salman Khan's father, turns 90. Still eats parathas and meat twice a day. How he keeps himself fitSalim Khan, the legendary screenwriter, celebrated his 90th birthday. His daughter Arpita Khan Sharma shared a touching tribute. Khan maint...
Dharmendra was originally supposed to star in Amitabh Bachchan's breakout film. One threat changed film historyThe film Zanjeer was a turning point for Amitabh Bachchan. It was initially planned for Dharmendra. A family dispute led Dharmendra to with...
Dharmendra almost didn't play Veeru in blockbuster Sholay. Amitabh Bachchan was also not in the original casting. Who were the original heroes chosen?Dharmendra's iconic role as Veeru in 'Sholay' almost went to him as Thakur or Gabbar. Dharmendra's recommendation also paved the way for Am...
Amitabh Bachchan’s co-star was abandoned by friends when he wanted to be leading man: ‘They started looking for escape’Veteran actor Asrani, known for his comic roles, faced significant challenges in Bollywood. He attempted to become a filmmaker with his mov...
‘Dabangg’ director Abhinav Kashyap tells Salman Khan to ‘stop stealing other’s work’, claims he should have been paid Rs 200 croreDirector Abhinav Kashyap claims Salman Khan stole his work, demanding ₹200 crore for the script of the blockbuster 'Dabangg'. Kashyap asser...
No beef rule in Salman Khan's house: Actor's father reveals the real reason behind this food choiceSalim Khan, veteran screenwriter and father of Salman Khan, recently explained why beef has never been part of his family’s diet. Despite b...
He produced Amitabh Bachchan’s blockbuster ‘Don’ but did not have money to buy food, died penniless before its release. Who was Nariman Irani?Don, starring Amitabh Bachchan, was a hit film. Nariman Irani produced it. He faced financial troubles. Industry friends helped him make th...
Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra were not the original Jai-Veeru in Sholay casting. Who were the original heroes chosen?As Sholay's restored version premieres, behind-the-scenes casting stories resurface, revealing Dharmendra's initial offer for Thakur and Ga...
Amitabh Bachchan's heroine says he was no struggler, claims he had a 'nice life' before debut. 'They had a bungalow'Mumtaz shared her views on Amitabh Bachchan's early life. She doubts the stories of his struggles. Mumtaz believes Bachchan came from a wel...
Dharmendra claims Amitabh Bachchan was not first choice for 'Sholay', another iconic action-hero was slated to play JaiDharmendra revealed that Shatrughan Sinha was initially offered Amitabh Bachchan's iconic role of Jai in Sholay, along with Deewaar, but Si...
How an Amitabh Bachchan fan became his neighbour? Inspired by Trishul movie, he got into construction business and ...Inspired by Amitabh Bachchan's role in 'Trishul,' Anand Pandit, a real estate developer and film producer, ventured from Ahmedabad to Mumba...
Amitabh Bachchan's memorabilia smashes records in spectacular deRivaz & Ives' auction!The recent Bachchanalia auction by deRivaz & Ives has achieved remarkable success, with 80 percent of the lots finding buyers. The auction ...
Amitabh Bachchan@80: Still a delight, keeps getting better, say film-makers old and newBig B, they say, was and is still an exciting actor, perhaps the best there ever has been.
Why this is the best time to be a writer in show businessIn an industry where a grand total of 7 actors are chased by 70-odd directors, writing has become critical.
50 years on, 'Shahenshah' continues to rule B-town; son Abhishek, KJo pen heartfelt tributesBollywood celebrates as the legendary actor completes a five-decade-long tenure.
Amitabh Bachchan completes 50 yrs in Bollywood: Abhishek sports t-shirt made by sister ShwetaThe Big B signed his debut film 'Saat Hindustani' in February 1969.