Deeply grateful and most humbled: Amitabh Bachchan on getting Dadasaheb Phalke Award

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Amitabh Bachchan is all set to get India’s highest award in cinema Dadasaheb Phalke Award. The Bollywood megastar took to social media to express his heartfelt gratitude.
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Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who’s all set to turn 77 next month on October 11, has been chosen for India’s highest award in cinema Dadasaheb Phalke Award. Prakash Javadekar, Minister of Information and Broadcasting, announced the actor’s name on Tuesday for the prestigious award, praising him for his stellar work.

“The legend Amitabh Bachchan who entertained and inspired for 2 generations has been selected unanimously for #DadaSahabPhalke award. The entire country and international community is happy. My heartiest Congratulations to him. @narendramodi @SrBachchan,” he wrote.


Kritagya hoon main, paripurna, abhaar aur dhanyawaad

Amitabh Bachchan took to social media to express his heartfelt gratitude. “T 3298 – There is a paucity of words searching a response .. for the generosity of words that pour in ..I am but deeply grateful and most humbled .. my sincerest gratitude ..Kritagya hoon main, paripurna, abhaar aur dhanyawaad…main keval ek vinaypoorna, vinamra Amitabh Bachchan hoon.”

Wishes from across the nation started pouring in for Big B after the big news was announced.

Rajinikant who shared screenspace with Amitabh Bachchan in legendary movie Hum congratulated him on Twitter. “Congratulations dear @SrBachchan ji !!! You richly deserve this commendable honour !!!! #DadaSahebPhalkeAward,” he wrote.

Abhishek Bahchan too is proud of his Pa. “Overjoyed and so, so proud! #ProudSon,” he tweeted.

Calling Big B the legend of Indian cinema, Anil Kapoor congratulated the actor for being selected for the honour.

“There is no mention of Indian cinema without this Legend! He has redefined cinema with every role & deserves every accolade for his innumerable contributions! Congratulations @SrBachchan! #DadaSahebPhalkeAward,” he wrote.

Here are some other wishes from Big B’s colleagues from the entertainment industry:

Saqib Saleem wrote, “Congratulations to one of Indian Cinema’s most iconic actors, #AmitabhBachchan sir, for the #DadaSahebPhalkeAward. Your legendary contribution to Indian cinema will continue to inspire us sir!! @SrBachchan.”

“Congratulations Dearest Sir @SrBachchan!!! Your contribution to cinema and the arts is invaluable. 50 years in film with your continued passion and commitment to the craft are an inspiration #AmitabhBachchan #dadasahebphalkeawards2019,” wrote Dia Mirza.

“Heartiest congratulations to @SrBachchan for being honored by the Dada Saheb Phalke Award. His contribution to films is unmeasurable and has been a inspiration to millions. #DadaSahebPhalkeAward #AmitabhBachchan,” wrote Boney Kapoor.

Karan Johar said, “The most inspiring legend of Indian Cinema!!!! He is a bonafide rock star!!! I am honoured and proud to be in the Era of AMITABH BACHCHAN! The prestigious #DadaSahebPhalkeAward to @SrBachchan.”

What is Dadasaheb Phalke Awards

Dadasaheb Phalke Awards is presented annually at the National Film Awards ceremony by the Directorate of Film Festivals, an organisation set up by Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. The recipient is honoured for their “outstanding contribution to the growth and development of Indian cinema” and is selected by a committee consisting of eminent personalities from the Indian film industry. The first recipient of the award was actress Devika Rani.

Padma Awards won by Big B

Before Dadasaheb Phalke Award, Amitabh Bachchan has received Padma Shri in 1984, Padma Bhushan in 2001 and Padma Vibhushan in 2015.

Amitabh Bachchan’s illustrious career

In a career spanning more than four decades, Amitabh Bachchan has added hundreds of films in his body of work. Amitabh Bachchan started his career in Indian film industry as a narraator in Mrinal Sen’s Bhuvan Shome. He made his acting debut with Saath Hindustani.

Many phases of Amitabh Bachchan’s career

After delivering a spate of flops, Big B’s role in Zanjeer made him an overnight star and also earned him his first Filmfare award for Best actor. He later continued to ride on a success wave with films like Deewar, Sholay, Trishul, Kala Patthar, Shakti which saw him in his angry young man avatar.

He followed it up with more hits working in double shifts day and night in films like Kabhie Kabhie, Amar Akbar Anthony, Muqaddar Ka Sikandar, Trishul, Don, Kasme Vaade, Ganga Ki Saugandh , Besharam, Suhaag, Mr. Natwarlal, Kaala Patthar, The Great Gambler and Manzil.

Late 80s to 90s was not a good phase in Big B’s career wherein he delivered flops and his production house suffered massive losses.

Amitabh redeemed himself from 2000 onwards after a makeover and strategy change and shone in films like Mohabbatein, Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham, Major Saab, Aks, Aankhein, Bade Miyaan Chhote Miyaan, Black, Paa, Piku, Sarkar, Pink. He continues to find challenging roles in films like Gulabo Sitabo.

National award count

Amitabh Bachchan has won national award four times and got three of the four honours in his second innings where he got the opportunity to portray more diverse roles. He won the national award for Agneepath, Black, Paa and Piku.

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