Amitabh Bachchan: Superstar or Luck by Chance?
This morning I was thinking about Amitabh Bachchan. I know that is a bit weird, but the thought was triggered because I was listening to the song “Cheeni Kum” and it reminded me of this icon of Bollywood. Quite frankly, I didn’t like Amitabh’s movies from the 80’s. Such stupid movies, bad acting, and overall crap! But his 70’s films are quite good as are the movies he is acting in now. I think I can appreciate the caliber of this actor from the films he has done in the last few years.
Amitabh at this stage is doing some really good films, experimental ones, and he really excels in these roles. He was excellent in Sarkar and Baghban which showcased a different range of emotions. He really deserves accolades for the films he has done recently. But super-stardom…….is it deserved?
Now at this moment, yes definitely, but previously in the 70’s and 80’s, I’m not so sure. A lot of his films were multi-starrer ventures that had a big supporting ensemble. The role of the angry young man is what made him stand out, not his acting abilities/capabilities. I much preferred Shashi Kapoor in the movies they did together. What a dashing personality Shashi had. But at that time, the angry young man persona was well liked by the audience, because it was different to have shades of grey in a character that was not a villain but a pseudo hero.
So whether by chance or talent, it is arguable, Amitabh Bachchan became a Bollywood superstar. As I said, I quite enjoy his movies from the past few years and Amitabh has truly excelled in his roles. But I really don’t understand what was so special about his acting back then. Some of the 90’s movies are outright silly. But hey…What I consider silly may be awesome in someone else’s opinion. As for now…good job Mr. Bachchan! Keep the awesome work!
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I think he knew how to use media to his advantage. He used every trick possible to keep himself in the limelight. His movies initially were known as “movies for riksha walas”!
Anyhow, I have always enjoyed his movies though, even though I’m not and never have been a riksha wala or wali for that matter 