Abhishek Bachchan is an Indian actor and film producer. He is the son of legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan. Let’s take a deeper look into Abhishek’s personal and professional life.
Biography/Wiki
Abhishek was born on Thursday, February 5, 1976, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India (47 years old; as of 2023). He received his primary and secondary education from Jamnabainasi School, Mumbai, and Bombay Scots School, Mumbai. He then moved to the Modern School in Vasant Vihar, Delhi to complete his high school education. After completing his studies, Abhishek went to Aiglon College in Switzerland to complete his graduation. Abhishek suffered from dyslexia (a learning disability) during his childhood. He also attended business classes at Boston University, but dropped out to pursue an acting career.
Abhishek Bachchan childhood
Abhishek and his sister Shweta
Abhishek worked as an agent for LIC before entering Bollywood.
appearance
Height: 6’2”
Eye color: dark brown
Hair color: black
family, caste and wife
Abhishek Bachchan belongs to the Kayastha Hindu family. His father Amitabh Bachchan is a veteran Bollywood actor. His mother Jaya Bachchan is a Bollywood actor and politician. Abhishek has a sister, Shweta Bachchan Nanda, who is a model and journalist.
Abhishek Bachchan and his parents
Abhishek Bachchan and his sister Shweta Bachchan Nanda
Abhishek dated Karisma Kapoor for five years before getting engaged to her on his father’s 60th birthday. Three months later, the two terminated their engagement and parted ways due to family reasons.
Abhishek Bachchan and Karishma Kapoor
He bonded with Rani Mukerji while working on the films “Yuva”, “Bunty Aur Babli” and “Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna”. The two were reportedly dating at that stage.
Abhishek Bachchan and Rani Mukherjee
He also briefly dated model and actress Dipannita Sharma.
Abhishek Bachchan’s ex-girlfriend Dipannita Sharma
Abhishek married Aishwarya Rai on April 20, 2007. The couple has a daughter named Aaradhya who was born in 2011.
Abhishek Bachchan and wife Aishwarya Rai
Abhishek Bachchan with wife and daughter
Abhishek Bachchan and his daughter Aaradhya
Profession
Abhishek started his career in 2000 with JP Dutta’s war drama Refugee. Since then, he has taken on a series of films, which have average box office performance. Later, Abhishek starred in “Dhoom”, which was his first commercial success. His performance in the film was appreciated.
He subsequently appeared in “Yuva” (2004), “Sarkar” (2005) and “Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna” (2006). In 2007, Bachchan played the role of Dhirubhai Ambani in the drama film Guru.
Later, he appeared in comedy films like “Bunty Aur Babli”, “Bluffmaster!”, “Dostana”, “Happy New Year” and “Housefull 3”.
Apart from acting, Abhishek has also tried his hand at singing. He has voiced in films like Bluffmaster, Dhoom, Players and Bol Bachchan.
In 2009, Abhishek appeared on “Oprah Winfrey” with his wife Aishwarya.
In 2010, he made his television debut as host of the television show “National Bingo Night.”
dispute
- When Abhishek was married to Aishwarya, background dancer and model Jhanvi Kapoor created drama by slitting her wrists outside Abhishek’s home. She claimed to be in a relationship with the actor and said she was the mother of his child. However, these claims were later proven to be false.
Abhishek Bachchan Janhvi Kapoor Controversy
- Abhishek’s honeymoon trip to Florence pissed off a lot of people. Mani Ratnam, director of the film Guru, was unhappy with the actor not participating in promotional events. Similarly, Rani Mukherji was also annoyed with him for delaying the shooting of her film Laaga Chunari Mein Daag.
Abhishek Bachchan’s Honeymoon Controversy
Awards/Honors
- National Film Award for Best Hindi Feature Film (as Producer) “Paa” (2010)
- The film “Yuva” (2004) won the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor
- Sarkar won the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor (2005)
- Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna won the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor (2006)
- Yash Bharati Samman, UP’s highest honor conferred by Uttar Pradesh government (2006)
car collection
Abhishek Bachchan’s car collection includes Bentley Continental GT, Rolls-Royce and Audi A8L.
Abhishek Bachchan in his Bentley Continental GT
Salary/Net Worth
Abhishek’s net worth is approximately $30 million and he earns Rs 10-12 crore per film.
sign
Abhishek Bachchan’s signature
Favorites
- Food: rajma chawal, spicy chicken, cookies, M&M’s (chocolate), banana splits
Abhishek Bachchan enjoys food
- Hobbies: Watching movies, driving, sketching, cooking
- Travel destination: New York
- TV shows: “Modern Family,” “Game of Thrones”
- Song: Tere Bina from the movie “Master”
- Fragrance: Creed Royal Water
- Actresses: Zeenat Aman, Kareena Kapoor
Abhishek Bachchan and Kareena Kapoor
- Musicians: Sonu Nigam, David Guetta, Swedish House Mafia, Tiesto
- Sports: Football
Abishek Bachchan plays football
- Football Club: Chelsea
- Fashion designers: Tom Ford, Giorgio Armani
- Shoe brands: Ferragamo, Cesare Pacciotti, Alberto Guardiano
- Restaurants: Chez Francis (Switzerland), Kai (London)
fact
- Abhishek likes to collect boarding passes whenever he travels by air.
- Amitabh Bachchan’s dance moves in the song “Khaike Paan Banaras Wala” were inspired by dance moves Abhishek did as a child.
Abhishek Bachchan and Amitabh Bachchan childhood
- Abhishek had 18 consecutive flops, including his debut film “Refugee”, before starring in his first hit film “Dhoom”.
- Abhishek was the first choice for the role of Bhuvan in Ashutosh Gowariker’s Lagaan (2001). However, the role was later given to Aamir Khan.
- In 2006, Abhishek was named “Asia’s Sexiest Man” by the British “Eastern Eye” magazine.
- Abhishek said in an interview that he proposed to Aishwarya on the balcony of a hotel in New York.
- Abhishek drinks occasionally.
Abhishek Bachchan holding a glass of wine
- A book titled “Abhishek Bachchan: Style and Substance” chronicles Abhishek’s life.
- Abhishek is very addicted to coffee, especially cappuccino.
- Abhishek lost 18 kg for the film “Raavan”.
Abhishek Bachchan in Raavan
- Abhishek heads and manages his father’s company ABCL (now known as AB Corp. Ltd).
- During the filming of Bluffmaster, Abhishek nicknamed Priyanka Chopra “Little Pig Chop.”
- Abhishek co-owns professional kabaddi team Jaipur Pink Panthers and Indian Premier League team Chennaiyin FC.
- He produced and starred in the film Paa (2009), which won the National Film Award for Best Hindi Feature Film.
Abhishek Bachchan and Amitabh Bachchan in Paa
- Abhishek revealed in an interview that Aishwarya’s salary was higher than him in 8 of the 9 films they worked together.
- His nicknames are Junior Bachchan, Junior B, Abhi and AB Baby.
- Residence: Villas at Sanctuary Falls, Jalsa, B/2, Kapol Housing Society, VL Mehta Road, VL Mehta Road, Juhu, Mumbai and Jumeirah Golf Estate, Dubai.
Abhishek’s residence, Jalsa, Mumbai
Abhishek Bachchan’s villa in Dubai
- On July 11, 2020, the actor announced on Twitter that he and his father Amitabh Bachchan had tested positive for COVID-19 and both had been admitted to Nanavati, Mumbai Hospital.
Earlier today, my father and I tested positive for COVID-19. We both had mild symptoms and were hospitalized. We have notified all necessary authorities and our family and staff are being tested. I ask everyone to stay calm and not panic. Thanks. 🙏🏽
— Abhishek Bachchan (@juniorbachchan) July 11, 2020
Categories: Biography
Source: HIS Education