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Amitabh Bachchan Turns 84 as Fans Celebrate Outside Jalsa
Amitabh Bachchan celebrated his 84th birthday on Sunday.
In a blog post, he wrote that being alone can bring thoughts.
Fans gathered outside his home, Jalsa, in Mumbai to celebrate him.
Some brought posters and birthday signs, and one fan danced to a song from his film Don.
Bachchan could not come outside to greet the crowd, so he apologised and said he would see fans at his Sunday meeting.
Many actors and entertainers sent him birthday messages.
Reports disagree about whether he is hosting season 17 or season 18 of Kaun Banega Crorepati.
He is also expected to return in the sequel to Kalki 2898 AD.
Amitabh Bachchan turned 84 on Sunday and wrote that solitude brings thoughts in a birthday blog post.
Fans gathered outside his Jalsa residence in Mumbai, with posters, birthday placards and a fan dancing to “Main Hoon Don.”
Bachchan apologised for not coming out to greet fans and said he would meet them at his weekly Sunday darshan.
Chiranjeevi, Sanjay Dutt, Suniel Shetty and other entertainers shared birthday wishes; Ajay Devgn praised Bachchan’s youthful energy.
Reports differ on whether Bachchan is hosting Kaun Banega Crorepati season 17 or season 18; they also mention his upcoming role in Kalki 2898 AD’s sequel.
- Who
- Amitabh Bachchan, his fans, and entertainers who sent birthday wishes.
- What
- Bachchan marked his 84th birthday as fans gathered outside his home and celebrities sent greetings.
- Where
- Outside Jalsa in Juhu, Mumbai, and in online birthday posts.
- When
- His birthday was Sunday; fans gathered outside Jalsa on Friday night, according to one report.
- Why
- Fans and entertainers celebrated Bachchan’s birthday and expressed admiration for him.
Key facts
- Age
- 84
- Residence
- Jalsa, in Juhu, Mumbai
- Fan gathering
- Fans gathered outside Jalsa; reports describe posters, placards and a fan dancing to “Main Hoon Don.”
- Bachchan’s message
- He wrote that solitude brings thoughts and posted on X, “Morning has arrived, and here I am, sitting with you!”
- Fan meeting
- He apologised for not greeting the crowd and said he would meet fans at his weekly Sunday darshan.
- Television work
- Reports identify his current Kaun Banega Crorepati season differently: one says season 18, another says season 17.
- Upcoming film role
- He is expected to reprise Ashwatthama in the sequel to Kalki 2898 AD.
Quotes
Amitabh Bachchan
Bollywood actor who reflected on solitude in a birthday blog post.
“Happy Birthday to my dearest Guru Ji @SrBachchan 💐 Your love for cinema and the respect you bring to your craft have always been an inspiration to me. Beyond your towering achievements, it is your warmth and humility that make you so special. Wishing you good health, endless happiness and many more memorable years doing what you love. With all my love and respect, Sir! ❤️”
indianexpress.com
“solitude brings , thoughts .. the evening brought all the thoughts , in open solitude contained till now .. cherished .. ever .. Love”
telegraphindia.com
Sources
‘Solitude brings thoughts’: Amitabh Bachchan ruminates about getting older on 84th birthday
Amitabh Bachchan's 84th Birthday: Fans Celebrate Big B's Day Outside Jalsa With Iconic Posters, Recreate Don Look - Watch
Amitabh Bachchan turns 84: Fans gather outside Jalsa; Chiranjeevi, Ajay Devgn wish ‘young’ actor
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