

Amitabh Bachchan Turns 84: Chiranjeevi, Kamal Haasan and Stars Shower Wishes
Superstar Amitabh Bachchan celebrated his 84th birthday on Sunday, receiving heartfelt wishes from leading film personalities, including Shatrughan Sinha, Chiranjeevi, Kamal Haasan, Ajay Devgn, Kajol, Prabhas, Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty and Madhuri Dixit. The tributes celebrated his extraordinary contribution to Indian cinema and his enduring influence across generations.
Bachchan also greeted a large gathering of fans outside his Mumbai residence, Jalsa. Dressed in a red kurta and matching shawl, the veteran actor waved to admirers and acknowledged their wishes with folded hands, standing before a giant garland created for the occasion.
His longtime friend and co-star Shatrughan Sinha described him as a national icon and an inspiration, particularly for younger generations. Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi addressed him as his “dearest Guru Ji”, praising his dedication to cinema, warmth and humility.
Kamal Haasan celebrated Bachchan’s distinctive screen presence, iconic baritone and expressive acting style, noting how even a simple greeting could become a memorable cinematic moment. The two actors, who first shared screen space in the 1985 film Geraftaar, are set to reunite in Kalki 2.
Ajay Devgn praised Bachchan’s youthful energy, while Kajol shared a photograph with him from the sets of Kaun Banega Crorepati. Prabhas, his co-star in Kalki 2898 AD, thanked him for his affection and extended his birthday wishes.
Sanjay Dutt called Bachchan his hero and described working with him as an honour. Suniel Shetty recalled the excitement he still feels whenever he meets the legendary actor. Filmmaker Farah Khan also shared a warm birthday message.
Meanwhile, Madhuri Dixit joined the sets of Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 18 for the celebrations, praising Bachchan’s grace and his ability to make contestants feel at home.
Bachchan’s journey, from his celebrated “Angry Young Man” roles in films such as Zanjeer and Deewaar to acclaimed performances in Black, Paa and Piku, reflects his remarkable versatility and lasting place in Indian cinema.
