Amitabh Bachchan declined a young fan’s request to shake hands with him while greeting supporters outside his residence in Mumbai on his 84th birthday on Sunday, October 11. A video of the interaction circulating online showed children attempting to move past the security personnel to approach the veteran actor. His bodyguards intervened to maintain the security cordon, while Bachchan continued acknowledging the crowd with folded hands and waving before returning inside.
The actor, popularly known as Big B, stepped outside his home as part of his annual birthday tradition, drawing fans who had gathered to celebrate the occasion. Dressed in a red kurta, he greeted the crowd and thanked them for their affection. The gathering also featured a giant garland arranged by his supporters, in front of which he posed during the interaction.
In the video, a few children can be seen trying to push past the security personnel in an attempt to get closer to the actor. His bodyguards quickly stopped them and moved them away from the restricted area. A female fan also appeared to request a handshake, but Bachchan declined and continued greeting the assembled supporters from behind the security arrangement.
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The interaction prompted mixed reactions on social media. Some users felt that the actor could have briefly shaken hands with the fan, while others defended his decision and pointed out the importance of respecting security boundaries. One commenter suggested that the girl had approached him with considerable hope, while another criticised the attempt to cross the security cordon. The discussion reflected differing views on celebrity-fan interactions and the limits of personal access during public appearances.
Several prominent personalities from the film industry also wished Bachchan on his birthday. Actor Chiranjeevi addressed him as “Guru Ji” and praised his contribution to cinema, describing his achievements and dedication to his craft as an inspiration. Prabhas, Ajay Devgn, Kamal Haasan, Kajol and Farah Khan were among the other celebrities who shared birthday greetings. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan also marked the occasion by sharing a photograph of Amitabh with her daughter, Aaradhya, accompanied by a message of love and blessings.
On the professional front, Bachchan is set to reprise his role as Ashwatthama in the sequel to Kalki 2898 AD, directed by Nag Ashwin. The upcoming film also features Prabhas and Kamal Haasan, with production currently underway. Reports have suggested that Sai Pallavi could replace Deepika Padukone in the sequel, although that casting development remains unconfirmed. Meanwhile, the actor’s birthday appearance once again brought together large numbers of admirers, with the interaction involving the young fans becoming a talking point online.
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