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The angry young man Amitabh Bachchan is widely considered one of the most fabulous faces in the history of the Indian film industry. The towering figure of cinema, he boasts a legacy over more than five decades. Often referred to as the “Shahenshah of Bollywood,” Bachchan saw a downfall in his career during the late 1990s. However, he did not stay down and returned with a bang in the early 2000s. Mohabbatein was one such movie in which he proved he was still going.
The movie had an ensemble cast with Shah Rukh Khan and Aishwarya Rai in the front. Bachchan played the role of Principal of Gurukul and was widely praised for his performance. However, he took a token fee of just one rupee for such a huge role.
Amitabh Bachchan wanted to repay Yash Chopra for his generosity during Silsila (1981)
Amitabh Bachchan’s career faced a significant setback in the late 1990s following the financial collapse of his production company, Amitabh Bachchan Corporation Limited (ABCL). Once Bollywood’s most bankable star, the actor battled debt and struggled to find roles. During this challenging phase, Yash Chopra extended a helping hand. Further, in 1981, he worked in the movie Silsila with Chopra.
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