Archive · 29 Dec 2025
Amitabh Bachchan Remembers Rajesh Khanna on Anniversary
Amitabh Bachchan recently shared his memories of Rajesh Khanna, India's first superstar, on Khanna's birth anniversary.
Bachchan recalled how Khanna's talent and charisma initially made him feel there was little room for him in the film industry.
Despite this, they became friends and even starred together in the film 'Anand' in 1971.
Bachchan described Khanna as a humble and reserved man who drew large crowds wherever he went.
Khanna's health declined before his passing in July 2012, and Bachchan visited his home, Aashirwad, to pay his respects.
Fans from around the world, including Spain, were drawn to Khanna's magnetic personality.
Bachchan's reflections highlight the deep impact Khanna had on both the industry and his personal life.
Amitabh Bachchan reminisced about his long-standing relationship with Rajesh Khanna, India's first superstar.
Bachchan initially felt there was little opportunity for him in the film industry due to Khanna's talent.
They starred together in the 1971 film 'Anand' and shared a close friendship.
Khanna's health declined before his passing in July 2012, with reports of hospitalizations and a cancer diagnosis.
Bachchan described Khanna as a humble and reserved man with a magnetic personality that drew large crowds.
- Who
- Amitabh Bachchan and Rajesh Khanna
- What
- Amitabh Bachchan reminiscing about Rajesh Khanna on his birth anniversary
- When
- July 2012 (Rajesh Khanna's passing), current date (anniversary)
- Where
- Mumbai, India
- Why
- To honor Rajesh Khanna's legacy and share memories
- Rajesh Khanna
- Indian actor and first superstar
- Amitabh Bachchan
- Indian actor and friend of Rajesh Khanna
- Birth Anniversary
- Celebration of Rajesh Khanna's birth
- Aashirwad
- Rajesh Khanna's Mumbai residence
- Aradhana
- Rajesh Khanna's film
- Anand
- Film starring both Rajesh Khanna and Amitabh Bachchan
- Health Issues
- Rajesh Khanna's declining health before death
- Death
- Rajesh Khanna passed away on July 18, 2012