Do You Know: Who was Big B's godfather?

Do You Know: Who was Big B's godfather?
Saturday, August 29, 2015 17:00 IST
By Santa Banta News Network
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who has done films like "Abhimaan" and "Anand" with Hrishikesh Mukherjee, says the late iconic director was like a godfather to him and others.

Remembering Mukherjee on his death anniversary on Thursday, Big B posted on his blog: "There are two important anniversaries today. Death anniversaries of Mukesh the singer and Hrishkesh Mukherjee, my director in at least nine films."

"Hrishi Da was godfather to us. His kind of cinema has disappeared and we miss that much, but there are a few who endeavour to bring back those stories of old and present them to us. If I remember correctly, Hrishi da was the one director with whom I have worked the maximum number of films - nine in number. Perhaps Ram Gopal Verma may beat that record, but that is a maybe," he added.

Hailing him as "a master story teller, a master editor and one that worked within minimum cost and time... but the characters he gave us were special. Be it 'Anand', 'Mili', 'Bemisal', 'Jurmana', 'Chupke Chupke', 'Namak Haram', all had great moments for performance and depth".

Amitabh also shared that despite being "chronically ill with arthritis and a constant pain in his legs, he would crutch his way on to the sets, or hobble along, never ever giving cause for delay or give too much attention to his condition".

The "Piku" star also posted about the director's passion for chess.

"He had a few unit members that were his constant on the set players. They played chess and he directed us in between moves on the board. Never missing out on any little detail for the film.

"Loved pets, dogs, many of them, some of great pedigree, and some he would just pick up from the street. Played the sitar, had pet names for all his favourite actors and never ever allowed us to give another take if we desired so. 'Pay for that extra film you will use', he would demand, if we insisted."


Amitabh also got nostalgic over "Kabhi kabhie mere dil mein" hitmaker Mukesh on his death anniversary on Thursday.

"Mukesh ji with his sonorous voice was a favourite of mine and there are occasions when we remember his old numbers from the earlier films, apart from being and having been recognised as Raj Kapoor ji's voice for playback.

"Those numbers shall ever remain in our hearts and minds. The words, the tunes and the singing, all so lyrical and soulful. We do not get to hear many such in today's times...strange. For even today, we remember the incidental music pieces that decorated each song within the verses, and do not remember one such music interlude from today's works," he added.
Priyanka Chopra Glows Radiantly as She 'Plays with the Sun'!

Global icon Priyanka Chopra Jonas recently stunned her fans with a series of sun-kissed photos that radiate elegance and charm. The actress, known for her timeless beauty and international appeal, shared the pictures on Instagram, leaving fans

Thursday, November 21, 2024
Ananya Panday Sparks Buzz with Unseen Photo of Nani Enjoying Beer!

Bollywood actress Ananya Panday recently stirred conversations on social media by sharing an unusual yet endearing birthday tribute to her grandmother. The actress posted a previously unseen picture of her Nani holding a beer mug, capturing both

Thursday, November 21, 2024
Varun Dhawan Enjoys His 'Vitamin Sea' and Prepares for Upcoming Blockbusters!

Bollywood heartthrob Varun Dhawan, known for his energetic performances and versatility, recently treated fans to a glimpse of his seaside retreat. The actor, currently

Thursday, November 21, 2024
Rithvikk Dhanjani shares his joy on his new rom-com Half Love Half Arranged Season 2!

Amazon MX Player, Amazon's free video streaming platform, recently launched the eagerly anticipated second season of Half Love Half Arranged. The slice-of-life drama revisits the journey of Riya Tanwar, a gynecologist whose life seemed perfectly

Thursday, November 21, 2024
Abhishek Bachchan Gets Emotional on KBC 16: Talks about being a 'Girl Dad'!

This Friday, get ready for a laughter-packed and heartwarming episode of Amitabh Bachchan hosted 'Kaun Banega Crorepati 16' on Sony Entertainment Television as this special edition will bring together the charismatic Abhishek Bachchan along with the

Thursday, November 21, 2024
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT