Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who turned 80 on Wednesday, stepped out of his Juhu home Jalsa at midnight to greet scores of admirers waiting to catch a glimpse on his special day. In a video circulating on social media, Bachchan can be seen acknowledging his well-wishers with folded hands. With his personal security in tow, he was also accompanied by his daughter Shweta Bachchan Nanda.
He also shared that another 365 days have begun for him and thanked everyone for showering him with love and care.
The cine icon took to his blog and wrote: "And another 365 .. and another begins .. as do many other begins .. beginnings are required .. they provide ends .. and ends need love and grace and care to be accomplished .."
“It is impossible for me to even attempt what your love and affection means to me .. so I fold my hands and pray for all in the spirit of generous gratitude .. My love as ever,” Bachchan wrote. He then thanked all his fans, whom he lovingly calls his extended family or EF, for showering him with all the love he has received.
"It is impossible for me to even attempt what your love and affection means to me .. so I fold my hands and pray for all in the spirit of generous gratitude."
Known as the Shehnshah of Bollywood, Amitabh is regarded as one of the most successful and influential actors in the history of Indian cinema. He has worked in over 100 films and has even lent his iconic baritone voice for several songs in Hindi movies.
On the work front, Amitabh's latest release is Goodbye. He will next be seen in Uunchaai, which also stars Parineeti Chopra.
(With inputs from PTI)
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