Abhishek Bachchan is an Indian film actor and producer known for his work in Hindi films. He was born on February 5, 1976, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. The Bollywood actor he is the son of actors Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan and the grandson of poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan and social activist Teji Bachchan.
Abhishek Bachchan made his acting debut with the drama film Refugee (2000), which was followed by a dozen unsuccessful ventures. His career prospects changed in 2004 with the action film Dhoom, and he received critical acclaim for his performances in the dramas Yuva (2004), Sarkar (2005), and Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006), winning three consecutive Filmfare Awards for Best Supporting Actor.
His biggest successes as a sole male lead came with the comedy Bunty Aur Babli (2005) and the drama Guru (2007).
Early Life and Upbringing
Abhishek Bachchan was born on February 5, 1976, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. He is the son of actors Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan.
His grandfather, Harivansh Rai Bachchan, was a noted poet of the Nayi Kavita Literary Movement of Hindi literature and professor at the Allahabad University in Uttar Pradesh, while his grandmother, Teji Bachchan, was a social activist. The original surname of his family is Srivastava, Bachchan being the pen name used by his grandfather.
However, when Amitabh entered films, he did so under his father’s pen name. Bachchan is of Awadhi and Punjabi heritage on his father’s side, and Bengali from his mother’s side. His maternal grandfather was Taroon Kumar Bhaduri, a famous author, and poet.
TK Bhaduri wrote a famous book Obhishopto Chambol (Cursed Chambal), an account of his experiences as a journalist/writer in the area. This book provided the raw material and inspiration to almost all dacoit-related films made by the Hindi film industry in India.
Abhishek Bachchan attended Jamnabai Narsee School and Bombay Scottish School in Mumbai, Modern School, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi, and Aiglon College in Switzerland. He was diagnosed with dyslexia at the age of 9. After completing his education, he worked as a production assistant on films like Raavan and Yuva.
Personal Life – Age, Zodiac Sign
| Personal Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Abhishek Amitabh Srivastava |
| Nickname | Junior Bachchan, Junior B, AB Baby |
| Alternative Names(s) (also known as) | Abhishek Bachchan |
| Date of Birth | 5 February 1976 |
| Age (as of 2023) | 47 years |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Hometown | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Current Address | Jalsa, B/2, Kapol Housing Society, VL Mehta Road, Juhu, Mumbai |
| Education Qualification | Attended a Business course at the Boston University (dropout) |
| Hobbies and Interests | Watching Films, Driving, Sketching, Cooking |
| Languages Known | Hindi, English, French |
| Social Media Profiles link (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter) | Facebook, Instagram, Twitter |
| Wikipedia Profile link | Abhishek Bachchan |
| IMDb Profile link | Abhishek Bachchan |
| Website link | N/A |
Physical Appearance – Height, Weight, Body Measurements
| Physical Stats | Information |
|---|---|
| Body Type | Athletic |
| Body Measurements (Chest – Waist – Hips) | 42-34-13 inches |
| Height in feet, inches, cm | 6’ 2″, 188 cm |
| Weight in kg, lbs | 86 kg, 190 lbs |
| Chest | 42 inches |
| Waist | 34 inches |
| Biceps | 13 inches |
| Eye Colour | Dark Brown |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Hairstyle | Short and Spiky |
| Distinctive Features | Tall and Handsome, Dimpled Smile |
| Tattoos | N/A |
Family and Relationships – Girlfriend/Wife, Affairs
Abhishek Bachchan is married to Aishwarya Rai, a former Miss World and one of the most popular actresses in Bollywood. They got married on April 20, 2007, in a private ceremony in Mumbai. The couple has a daughter named Aaradhya Bachchan, who was born on November 16, 2011.
Abhishek Bachchan’s father, Amitabh Bachchan, is a legendary actor in Bollywood and has acted in over 200 Indian films in a career spanning five decades. His mother, Jaya Bachchan, is also a well-known actress and politician. Abhishek Bachchan has a sister named Shweta Bachchan Nanda, who is a former model and journalist.
| Relationships Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Marital Status | Married |
| Spouse – Wife | Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Actress (2007-present) |
| Father | Amitabh Bachchan, Actor |
| Mother | Jaya Bachchan, Actress |
| Children | Aaradhya Bachchan (daughter) |
| Siblings | Shweta Bachchan Nanda (sister) |
| Affairs – Girlfriend(s) | Karisma Kapoor (Actress), Rani Mukherji (Actress), Dipannita Sharma (Model and Actress), Aishwarya Rai (Actress) |
| Significant Relationships | N/A |
Rise to Stardom
Abhishek Bachchan made his acting debut with the drama film Refugee (2000), which was directed by J.P. Dutta and co-starred Kareena Kapoor. The film was not a commercial success, but Abhishek’s performance was praised by critics. He then appeared in a series of unsuccessful films, including Tera Jadoo Chal Gayaa (2000), Dhai Akshar Prem Ke (2000), Bas Itna Sa Khwaab Hai (2001), and Shararat (2002).
His career prospects changed in 2004 with the action film Dhoom, which was directed by Sanjay Gadhvi and co-starred John Abraham, Uday Chopra, Esha Deol, and Rimi Sen. The film was a commercial success and Abhishek’s performance was praised by critics. He then appeared in a series of successful films, including Yuva (2004), Bunty Aur Babli (2005), Sarkar (2005), Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006), Guru (2007), and Dostana (2008).
Abhishek Bachchan – Debut Film – Refugee (2000)
Abhishek Bachchan – Successful Film – Dhoom 3 (2013)
Career, Awards, and Achievements
Abhishek Bachchan has been recognized for his talent and contributions to the film industry. He has received awards such as the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in “Yuva” and the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi for producing the comedy-drama “Paa” (2009).
| Career Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Career Details | Information |
| Profession(s) | Actor, Film Producer |
| Debut Film | Refugee (2000) |
| Notable Roles | Bunty in Bunty Aur Babli (2005), Gurukant Desai in Guru (2007), Ravi in Paa (2009), Robbie in Manmarziyan (2018) |
| Recent Films – New Movies | The Big Bull (2021), Ludo (2020), Breathe: Into the Shadows (2020) |
| Upcoming Films | Dasvi (2022), Bob Biswas (2022), Hera Pheri 3 (TBA) |
| Popular Television Series | N/A |
| Awards and Achievements | National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi for Paa (2009), Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor for Yuva (2004), Sarkar (2005), and Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006), IIFA Award for Best Actor in a Comic Role for Bol Bachchan (2012) |
| Endorsements/Brand Collaborations | LG Home Appliances, American Express, Omega Watches, Idea Cellular, Videocon DTH, Motorola, Ford Fiesta, etc. |
| Philanthropy/Charity Work | Supported the Earth Hour initiative by WWF, Donated to the COVID-19 relief fund, Participated in the NDTV Greenathon, an environmental campaign, etc. |
| Professional Associations | Member of the Board of Directors of AB Corp. Ltd., Co-owner of the Pro Kabaddi League franchise Jaipur Pink Panthers, Co-owner of the Indian Super League football team Chennaiyin FC |
| Training and Education | Learned acting from Roshan Taneja’s School of Acting, Mumbai |
| Production Company | AB Corp. Ltd. |
| Box Office Success – Hit Movies | Dhoom (2004), Bunty Aur Babli (2005), Dhoom 2 (2006), Guru (2007), Dostana (2008), Bol Bachchan (2012), Happy New Year (2014), Housefull 3 (2016) |
| Critical Acclaim Movies | Yuva (2004), Sarkar (2005), Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006), Paa (2009), Manmarziyaan (2018) |
Assets and Finances – Net Worth
| Financial Profile | Information |
|---|---|
| Net Worth in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 200 Crore, $30 Million |
| Per Movie Charges in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 10-12 Crore, $1.5-2 Million |
| Per Endorsement Charges in Rs. and Dollars | Rs. 2-3 Crore, $300,000-500,000 |
| Sponsorship Deals | LG Home Appliances, American Express, Omega Watches, Idea Cellular, Videocon DTH, Motorola, Ford Fiesta, etc. |
| Business Ventures | AB Corp. Ltd., Jaipur Pink Panthers, Chennaiyin FC |
| Investments | Stocks, Mutual Funds, Bonds, etc. |
| Real Estate Holdings | Jalsa, Prateeksha, and Janak Bungalows in Mumbai, A Villa in Sanctuary Falls in Jumeirah Golf Estates, Dubai |
| Luxury Items/Properties Owned | Watches, Jewellery, Artworks, etc. |
| Cars Collection | Bentley Continental GT, Rolls Royce, Audi A8L, Mercedes S500, Range Rover Vogue, etc. |
Favorite Things, Likes and Dislikes
| Favorite Things | Information |
|---|---|
| Favorite Actor | Amitabh Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt |
| Favorite Actress | Zeenat Aman, Kareena Kapoor |
| Favorite Film | Agneepath, Scarface, The Godfather |
| Favorite Music Bands | Swedish House Mafia and Tiesto |
| Favorite Sport | Football, Cricket |
| Favorite Books | The Godfather by Mario Puzo, The Fountainhead by Ayn Rand |
| Favorite Color | Black, White |
| Favorite Food | Rajma Chawal, Spicy Chicken, Biscuits, M&M’s (chocolate), Banana Chips |
| Things s/he like | Singing, Travelling, Spending time with family |
| Things s/he dislike | Negativity, Gossip, Rumors |
Top 5 Best Films – Abhishek Bachchan
| Film Name | Year of Release | Character Played |
|---|---|---|
| Guru | 2007 | Gurukant Desai |
| Ludo | 2020 | Bittu |
| Sarkar | 2005 | Shankar Nagre |
| Yuva | 2004 | Lallan Singh |
| Dasvi | 2022 | Ganga Ram Chaudhary |
Controversies – Abhishek Bachchan
- Abhishek Bachchan was previously engaged to Karishma Kapoor, but the engagement was called off.
- Rumors of Amitabh Bachchan ‘unfollowing’ Aishwarya Rai on Instagram.
- His honeymoon trip with his wife, Aishwarya Rai, in Florence annoyed a lot of people.
- Abhishek Bachchan gave 17 flops in a row between his debut film, Refugee (2000) and first hit film Dhoom (2004).
- Abhishek Bachchan was also approached for Bhuvan’s role in Lagaan (2001) by Ashutosh Gowariker. However, it finally went to Aamir Khan.
Interesting Facts – Abhishek Bachchan
- Abhishek Bachchan was named the ‘Sexiest Man in Asia’ by UK’s Eastern Eye magazine in 2006.
- He proposed to Aishwarya on the balcony of a hotel in New York.
- Abhishek Bachchan gave the nickname ‘Piggy Chops’ to Priyanka Chopra during the filming of Bluffmaster.
- He loves singing and has lent his voice in films such as Bluffmaster, Dhoom, Players, Bol Bachchan, etc.
- He lost 18 kgs of weight for his role in Mani Ratnam’s Raavan.
- He manages his father’s company, ABCL, which is now known as AB Corp. Ltd.
This blog post provides a comprehensive look at the life and career of Abhishek Bachchan, a prominent figure in the Bollywood industry.
From his early life to his rise to stardom, Abhishek’s journey is a testament to his talent, perseverance, and dedication to his craft. As we continue to follow his career, we look forward to seeing what the future holds for this talented actor.
