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10 Amitabh Bachchan Roles That Give Justice To His Title Big B

It's Amitabh Bachchan's birthday, and we can't thank him enough for giving us such entertaining performances over the years. He's the Big B for a reason, and he proves his versatility every single time he's cast in a film.

Updated Oct 11, 2024, 13:25 IST

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Big B's Versatility Over The Years

From giving us a fun, light-hearted character in Paa to his intense role in Sarkar, Amitabh Bachchan is the true king of Bollywood, and we couldn't agree more. After all, he's Big B for a reason!

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Sarkar (2005)

Amitabh Bachchan portrayed Subhash Nagre in Sarkar (2005), a strong, ethically nuanced leader who drew inspiration from The Godfather. His powerful, authoritative portrayal of a patriarch of the political class demonstrated revenge, loyalty, and authority.

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Piku (2015)

Amitabh Bachchan played the quirky, stubborn father Bhashkor Banerjee in the 2015 film Piku, who had to deal with his health. His endearing performance explored the difficulties of age and familial connections, adding depth and humor.

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Sholay (1975)

Amitabh Bachchan plays the cool-headed, witty, and devoted buddy Jai in the film Sholay. His quiet portrayal gives the action-packed story more depth by contrasting with Veeru's excitement. Jai's offering still has a strong impact on emotions.

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Don (1978)

Amitabh Bachchan excels in two distinct roles in the 1978 film Don, portraying the suave, merciless Don and his straightforward, innocent twin, Vijay. His charm and adaptability enhance the exciting, gripping plot.

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Coolie (1983)

In Coolie (1983), Amitabh Bachchan's portrayal of Iqbal demonstrated his commanding on-screen persona. He battled injustice as a determined and brave railway worker, making history in Indian cinema.

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Agneepath (1991)

Amitabh Bachchan plays Vijay Deenanath Chauhan in Agneepath, a man driven to exact revenge for his father's untimely death. His stirring performance and deep emotional range redefine the traditional Indian justice story.

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Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001)

Amitabh Bachchan plays Yash Raichand, a strict yet affectionate father, in the 2001 film Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham. He was known because of the way he captured tradition, family values, and the emotional pain of separation in his performance.

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Black (2005)

Amitabh Bachchan played Debraj Sahai, a strict yet kind teacher to a deaf-blind girl. His stirring performance explored patience, resiliency, and the life-changing power of learning and determination.

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Paa (2009)

Amitabh Bachchan portrayed 12-year-old Auro, who had the rare genetic condition progeria. His endearing, innocent portrayal struck a lovely balance between emotional depth and innocence, garnering great appreciation for its originality.

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Anand (1971)

Amitabh Bachchan portrayed Dr. Bhaskar, a gloomy and introspective doctor. His journey through sadness and compassion with Anand, a patient who was near death, brought his depth as an actor to light.

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