MUMBAI, OCT 11 : Amitabh Bachchan, one of Indian cinema\u2019s greatest icons, turns 83 today. The legendary actor, who was last seen in ‘Kalki 2898 AD’, continues to inspire generations with his presence and unmatched contribution to Indian cinema. On his special day, several celebrities, from Shatrughan Sinha and Farhan Akhtar to Srijit Mukherji and Prabhas, showered love and admiration on the veteran actor on social media.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Shatrughan Sinha, who shared screen space with Big B in ‘Naseeb’, posted multiple messages on X to wish his longtime friend. Sharing old pictures, he wrote, \u201cMany many happy returns of the day for our icon, role model, for everybody @SrBachchan.\u201d In another post, he added, \u201cYou certainly deserve all the success. We the nation need you, want you & wish you a healthy long life, stay forever young. Stay abundantly blessed (sic).\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Filmmaker Srijit Mukherji wrote a poetic birthday note capturing the essence of Bachchan’s diverse performances. \u201cHappy bday to the half-turn of ‘Deewar’, simmering of ‘Shakti’, hesitation of ‘Main Azad Hoon’, slurring of ‘Amar Akbar Anthony’, swag of ‘Don’, eyes of ‘Nishabd’, helplessness of ‘Khakee’, anger of ‘Namak Haram’, loneliness of ‘Mili’, quipping of ‘Sholay’, silence of ‘Sarkar’ & stubbornness of ‘Alaap’. (sic),\u201d he wrote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Farhan Akhtar shared a touching post with a photo featuring his father Javed Akhtar and the veteran actor from the sets of ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’, writing, \u201cHappy birthday Amit uncle. What a pleasure and privilege it was to be with you on your birthday special. Listening to you and dad reminisce about your life and times together was an absolute treat. Wish you good health and happiness always (sic).\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Prabhas, who worked with Bachchan in ‘Kalki 2898 AD’, took to Instagram stories to write, \u201cHappy birthday @amitabhbachchan sir. It’s a privilege to witness your legacy and work alongside you (sic)\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Actor Shilpa Shirodkar, who co-starred with Big B in ‘Khuda Gawah’ and ‘Hum’, added a heartfelt note: \u201cTo the man I secretly wanted to marry when I was a fan, and the man who taught me so much as a co-star! Wishing a fantastic birthday to Amit ji! May you continue to light up our screens for many more years! (sic).\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As Amitabh Bachchan celebrates another milestone year, he continues to remain one of the most beloved and respected figures in Indian cinema. On the work front, he will next be seen in ‘Section 84’, ‘The Intern’ remake, and ‘Brahmastra: Part 2’.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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