Abhishek Bachchan REACTS To Amitabh Bachchan Calling Him His 'Uttaradhikari': ‘He's Also a Father'
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Abhishek Bachchan reacts to Amitabh Bachchan calling him his 'uttaradhikari', saying people often forget he's not just a legend, but also a father and family man.
Amitabh Bachchan has never shied away from publicly expressing his pride in his son, Abhishek Bachchan. In a recent heartfelt blog post, the legendary actor once again showered praise on Abhishek, calling him his 'uttaradhikari"—a true successor—not merely by blood but by merit and dedication. Reflecting on the profound quote from his father, the late Harivansh Rai Bachchan, Big B wrote, 'Mere bete, bete hone se mere uttaradhikari nahi honge; jo mere uttaradhikari honge woh mere bete honge" — a powerful assertion that inheritors are defined not by lineage but by action and values.
In his blog, Amitabh lauded Abhishek's consistent courage in choosing challenging roles and his commitment to every character. 'Success comes to those who dare and act… not merely in performance, but in life itself," he wrote. 'Abhishek has always dared to act, to step into roles that push him, to be recognised not just as my son, but as an artist in his own right."
Responding to this emotional note in a recent interview with ETimes, Abhishek offered a grounded reflection. 'People forget that beyond the icon that is Amitabh Bachchan, he is also a father," he shared. 'We see him as a hero, but he's human too—he feels, he encourages, he worries. My parents would be proud of anything I do, as long as they know I've given it my all."
The deeply personal exchange between father and son has struck a chord with fans, further affirming the quiet strength of their bond—one built not just on legacy, but on mutual respect and emotional truth.
Up next, Abhishek will be seen in Kaalidhar Laapata, directed by Madhumita. The film explores themes of abandonment and quiet rebellion through the story of a man grappling with memory loss. When he overhears his family planning to desert him at the crowded Maha Kumbh Mela, he chooses to disappear on his own terms—until fate introduces him to Ballu, a spirited 8-year-old orphan surviving on the streets. The poignant drama is set to premiere on ZEE5 on July 4.
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