Mukesh Khanna praises Amitabh Bachchan for his dedication; says, 'I can't believe that even at this age....'
Over the years, his dedication to his craft has been appreciated by one and all, and recently, the 'Shaktimaan' fame star Mukesh Khanna also lauded Big B for his commitment towards his work at this age.
Mukesh Khanna compliments Amitabh Bachchan on his dedication
Recently, in an interview with FilmyGyan, Mukesh Khanna was asked to share his opinion on Amitabh Bachchan, and he described him as a 'very, very serious actor.'
He also said, 'Mujhe herani hai ki is umar mein bhi dadhi lagate hein jo mein nahi laga sakta or unke bare mein Tinu Varma jese action director se suna hai ki, 'sir unko itne problems hai or vo itne dedicated hai' I appreciate that.'
(I am surprised that even at this age, he puts on a beard, which I cannot, and I have heard from an action director like Tinu Varma that, 'sir has so many problems and he is so dedicated,' I appreciate that.
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Amitabh Bachchan's current and upcoming work
As we speak, Amitabh Bachchan has returned with another season of 'Kaun Banega Crorepati'. In honor of Independence Day, on this 17th season of the popular quiz show, he recently hosted Colonel Sofiya Qureshi of the Indian Army, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh of the Indian Air Force, and Commander Prerna Deosthalee of the Indian Navy.
Next on his plate, he has Ribhu Dasgupta's 'Section 84,' with Diana Penty and Nimrat Kaur. Another project in the pipeline is 'Kalki 2' starring Kamal Haasan, Prabhas, and Deepika Padukone, among others. The shoot of the movie is expected to begin in December this year.
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