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India.com
10 hours ago
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Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha were set to work in this superhit film, Rekha rejected the film due to..., Dharmendra's heroine got the role, name is....
Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha were set to work in this superhit film, Rekha rejected the film due to..., Dharmendra's heroine got the role, name is.... In the glitzy and glamorous world of Bollywood, it's the success and box office hit of a film that makes it to the spotlight. However, what happens behind the surface, the backstory, is a lot more than what meets the eye. One such similar tale is of a blockbuster film of Amitabh Bachchan that was released in the year 1982. While the film earned major success and the pairing of the leads was widely hailed and appreciated, the original casting had a different actress in the lead initially. Satte Pe Satta: A Blockbuster Hit The film that we are talking about is none other than Satte Pe Satta. Released in 1982, this film was one of the biggest blockbusters of that year. Made on a humble budget of Rs 2.18 crore, it earned Rs 7 lakh on its first day and slowly picked up the pace by ultimately collecting Rs 4 crore at the box office. This film turned out to be the highest-grossing film of the year. However, what many people don't know is that Hema Malini was pregnant with Esha Deol during the shoot of this film. Initially, she was reluctant to do the role; however, it was only after Amitabh's request that she agreed to play the part. She finally signed up for the role and became Amitabh's co-star. Even in the Pariyon Ka Mela Hai, her styling was done cleverly to hide her baby bump. Who Was The First Choice As the female lead before Hema Malini? Adding to the intrigue, it wasn't Hema Malini but Rekha who had the first choice for the female lead role opposite Amitabh. However, for some unknown reason, Rekha had to step away from the project, and Hema Malini stepped into her shoes and came on board. Besides that, Praveen Babi was also signed up for a role, but due to health conditions, she couldn't make it to the film. The plot of Satte Pe Satte revolved around seven unruly brothers and their transformation. The film's story struck a chord with the audience and made a record with its massive box office collection.
India.com
6 days ago
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Actor Kiran Kumar on working with Amitabh Bachchan, 'Its like working with a virus...'
Actor Kiran Kumar on working with Amitabh Bachchan, 'Its like working with a virus...' In the glitzy and glamorous world of Bollywood, many actors come and go every day. But there are only a few rare gems whose spark remains untouched, and nobody can come close to their legacy. One such example of this is an actor who is known as the Shahenshah of Bollywood. From his towering figure, discipline, humility, and magnetic charisma, nobody could come close to the magic and influence he has both on and off screen. Yes, we are talking about the legendary superstar, Amitabh Bachchan. Also famously known by the name 'Big B'. Over the years, many stars have worked with him and reflected on the moments they shared with Amitabh. Recently, in a podcast, Kiran Kumar opened up about the unique experience of acting with Bachchan. He shared his unforgettable experience of working alongside Big B in the 1992 film Khuda Gawah. What did Kiran Kumar say about working with Amitabh Bachchan? He reveals the undeniable impact Big B has on his co-star: 'Working with Amitabh Bachchan is like working with a virus. He is such a great actor, and his passion is so great that he gets into your bloodstream. Once you work with Amitabh Bachchan, it's very difficult to get out of his aura, especially the way he treats you.' Besides appreciating Amitabh for his sheer talent, Kiran Kumar also spoke about Amitabh's sharp presence of mind and off-screen personality. 'Some actors won't give a reaction if a villain is beating them in films, but not Amitabh Bachchan. Amit Ji would give a reaction at every punch that I would give him. He would get back 2 feet with every blow. He is such a wonderful actor, and he is so well informed about everything. You can discuss anything under the sun with him. But one thing that I have learnt about Amit Ji is that you talk to him only when he wants to talk to you,' he said. Actor Kanwaljit Singh on working with Big B Previously, actor Kanwaljit Singh also shared his memories of working with Big B during the filming of Satte Pe Satta. He revealed he used to feel very nervous around Amitabh's presence. Satte Pe Satta 'Main bada ghabrata tha inse, 'Satte Pe Satta' ke time pe (I used to be very nervous around him during Satte Pe Satta). After the shoot, they would come to our hotel. They were staying at the Oberoi, while we were staying somewhere else. We used to play snooker. I was so nervous that whenever I took a good shot, I would look at him and say, 'Sorry.' Seeing this, he would say, 'Why, man? That was a good shot.' So I said, 'Alright.' Later, when my son, who is a painter, had an exhibition, I went to him. He especially told his secretary, 'Find a date for Kuku… I want to go.' And he came for the opening. Yeah, that's very sweet of him.' Kanwaljit once revealed. Even after years of being in the industry, Amitabh Bachchan still has the same mark on people, not just as an impeccable actor, but also as a person.
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7 days ago
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Amitabh Bachchan's Khuda Gawah costar Kiran Kumar compares working with Big B to ‘working with a virus': ‘You can talk to him when he wants to...'
Kiran Kumar, who shared screen space with him in Khuda Gawah, recalled how Big B was a giving actor and would respond to every punch landed on him while shooting. read more Amitabh Bachchan, the living legend of the entertainment industry, is known for his punctuality and professional work ethic. Now, veteran actor Kiran Kumar, who shared screen space with him in Khuda Gawah, recalled how Big B was a giving actor and would respond to every punch landed on him while shooting. 'Working with Amitabh Bachchan is like working with a virus. He is such a great actor and his passion is so great that he gets into your bloodstream. Once you work with Amitabh Bachchan, it's very difficult to get out of his aura, especially the way he treats you,' said Kumar while talking Red FM Podcasts. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'Some actors won't give reaction if a villain is beating them in films, but not Amitabh Bachchan. Amit Ji would give reaction at every punch that I would give him. He would get back 2 feet with every blow. He is such a wonderful actor, and he is so well informed about everything. You can discuss anything under the sun with him. But one thing that I have learnt about Amit Ji is that you talk to him only when he wants to talk to you,' said Kiran while talking about Big B's work ethic. Earlier, Kanwaljit Singh shared memories of working with Big B in Satte Pe Satta and said, 'Main bada ghabrata tha inse, 'Satte Pe Satta' ke time pe (I used to be very nervous around him during Satte Pe Satta). After the shoot, they would come to our hotel. They were staying at the Oberoi, while we were staying somewhere else. We used to play snooker. I was so nervous that whenever I took a good shot, I would look at him and say, 'Sorry.' Seeing this, he would say, 'Why, man? That was a good shot.' So I said, 'Alright.' Later, when my son, who is a painter, had an exhibition, I went to him. He specially told his secretary, 'Find a date for Kuku… I want to go.' And he came for the opening. Yeah, that's very sweet of him.' Talking about Khuda Gawah, the movie also featured Sridevi, Danny Denzongpa, Nagarjuna Akkineni and Shilpa Shirodkar among others in prominent roles.
Indian Express
14-07-2025
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- Indian Express
‘You can talk to Amitabh Bachchan only when he wants to,' says Kiran Kumar; compares working with Big B to ‘working with a virus'
Many actors have spoken about their experience of working with Amitabh Bachchan and how the megastar is known for his punctuality and humility despite his iconic status. In a recent interaction, veteran actor Kiran Kumar, who worked with Amitabh Bachchan in the 1992 film Khuda Gawah, recalled how Amitabh was a giving actor who would respond to every punch that landed on him. Speaking on Red FM Podcasts, Kiran said, 'Working with Amitabh Bachchan is like working with a virus. He is such a great actor and his passion is so great that he gets into your bloodstream. Once you work with Amitabh Bachchan, it's very difficult to get out of his aura, especially the way he treats you.' Talking about Amitabh's work ethic, Kiran shared, 'Some actors won't give reaction if a villain is beating them in films, but not Amitabh Bachchan. Amit Ji would give reaction at every punch that I would give him. He would get back 2 feet with every blow. He is such a wonderful actor, and he is so well informed about everything. You can discuss anything under the sun with him. But one thing that I have learnt about Amit Ji is that you talk to him only when he wants to talk to you.' Earlier, actor Kanwaljit Singh shared his memories of working with Amitabh Bachchan in the film Satte Pe Satta. He also recalled a kind gesture by Big B when he went beyond his professional obligation to attend his son's art exhibition. He said, 'Main bada ghabrata tha inse, 'Satte Pe Satta' ke time pe (I used to be very nervous around him during Satte Pe Satta). After the shoot, they would come to our hotel. They were staying at the Oberoi, while we were staying somewhere else. We used to play snooker. I was so nervous that whenever I took a good shot, I would look at him and say, 'Sorry.' Seeing this, he would say, 'Why, man? That was a good shot.' So I said, 'Alright.' Later, when my son, who is a painter, had an exhibition, I went to him. He specially told his secretary, 'Find a date for Kuku… I want to go.' And he came for the opening. Yeah, that's very sweet of him.' On the work front, Amitabh was last seen in Tamil film Vettaiyan, which also starred Rajinikanth in the lead role. Amitabh recently announced the new season of Kaun Banega Crorepati — KBC 17.
Indian Express
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘Main bada ghabrata tha inse': Kanwaljit Singh recalls feeling intimidated by Amitabh Bachchan, his kind nature; why some people get unnerved by authority figures
Kanwaljit Singh, known for his remarkable performances across films and television, recently opened up about his early experiences working with Amitabh Bachchan. He recalled being intimidated by the superstar during the shooting of Satte Pe Satta and feeling nervous even while playing snooker with him after work. In an interview with Hindi Rush, he said, 'Main bada ghabrata tha inse, 'Satte Pe Satta' ke time pe (I used to be very nervous around him during Satte Pe Satta). After the shoot, they would come to our hotel. They were staying at the Oberoi, while we were staying somewhere else. We used to play snooker. I was so nervous that whenever I took a good shot, I would look at him and say, 'Sorry.' Seeing this, he would say, 'Why, man? That was a good shot.' So I said, 'Alright.' Later, when my son, who is a painter, had an exhibition, I went to him. He specially told his secretary, 'Find a date for Kuku… I want to go.' And he came for the opening. Yeah, that's very sweet of him.' This moment left a lasting impact on Kanwaljit, highlighting how small acts of kindness from those in power can uplift and encourage others. It also sheds light on the dynamics of authority, respect, and self-confidence in professional settings. A post shared by Hindirush (@hindirush) Gurleen Baruah, existential psychotherapist at That Culture Thing, tells 'Even in non-hierarchical spaces, authority figures can feel intimidating because they represent something bigger than just a person — they symbolise competence, responsibility, or even the expectations we place on ourselves. When faced with authority, some people experience a deep sense of self-doubt, wondering if they truly have something valuable to offer.' For some, she adds that the discomfort goes even deeper. If they've internalised the idea that success comes with consequences — perhaps believing that doing well invites resentment or isolation — then authority figures can feel like reminders of an unspoken tension: Am I allowed to take up space? Is it safe to be seen? The fear isn't necessarily about hierarchy but about the existential weight of stepping into one's own power. Baruah advises, 'Sit with yourself. Not with the version that feels the need to justify every step, but with the part of you that longs to simply exist without explanation. Self-doubt often comes from an unspoken belief that I am only as worthy as what I offer, or that occupying space requires constant permission. But you do not need to apologise for being here.' Instead of fighting self-doubt, Baruah states, meet it with compassion. Ask yourself: What am I afraid will happen if I fully own my success? Sometimes, the fear isn't of failure but of visibility — of stepping into who you are without shrinking. 'Kindness from influential figures does more than just create a pleasant environment — it validates existence,' says Baruah. 'When someone in a position of influence acknowledges, encourages, or simply treats others with warmth, it sends a quiet but powerful message: You are seen, and you matter. In a world where authority is often associated with critique or indifference, a kind word or a moment of genuine presence from an influential figure isn't just nice — it's transformative.
