Thursday, February 12, 2026
ADVT 
Bollywood

Amitabh Bachchan Turns 74, Gets Jukebox From Fans

Darpan News Desk, 11 Oct, 2016 12:07 PM
  • Amitabh Bachchan Turns 74, Gets Jukebox From Fans
On his 74th birthday on Tuesday, Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan unveiled a jukebox gifted to him by his fans. He said it is "precious and memorable" for him.
 
"A few years back, someone for Amsterdam had come and told me, 'We make such things and we would like to make something for you'. I don't know whether a jukebox will be there or not in the future but this gift is very memorable and precious to me. I will keep this in my office here," Amitabh told the media at his office here on Tuesday morning.
 
With a career that has spanned over four decades, the actor has explored various characters and looks. He has also travelled widely and explored new things. His hunger to learn more hasn't gone.
 
On his birthday, he said he hopes to learn to play new instruments and learn new languages.
 
"I can't play any instruments, but we do have different instruments at our place and I want to learn to play different instruments. I want to learn different languages. I will take out time for that," said the actor, whose energy and passion towards his craft leave many of his juniors in the industry in awe.
 
As a Sunday routine, the gates of the actor's residence get thronged by fans who wait to catch a glimpse of him and wave at him. On his birthday too, fans came in to greet him.
 
 
Asked about how he was planning to spend the day, he said: "I will be spending my day with my family."
 
Big B, who married actress Jaya Bhaduri, has two children -- daughter Shweta and son Abhishek, and three grandchildren -- Navya Naveli, Agastya and Aaradhya.

MORE Bollywood ARTICLES

Raj Kapoor Was Welcomed In Russia Without Visa: Rishi Kapoor

While receiving the honour, Rishi got nostalgic and recalled a few of his late father's fruitful memories.

Raj Kapoor Was Welcomed In Russia Without Visa: Rishi Kapoor

Ranbir Kapoor Tops My Wishlist: Pakistani Actress Mawra Hocane

Ranbir Kapoor Tops My Wishlist: Pakistani Actress Mawra Hocane
Pakistani actress Mawra Hocane, who was once rumoured to be dating Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor, says she would love to work with the "Barfi!" star as he is on the top of her wish list.

Ranbir Kapoor Tops My Wishlist: Pakistani Actress Mawra Hocane

Sidharth Malhotra, Alia Bhatt Yet to Sign Aashiqui 3

Sidharth Malhotra, Alia Bhatt Yet to Sign Aashiqui 3
Fans are eagerly waiting to see actors Sidharth Malhotra and Alia Bhatt come together in Aashiqui 3, but producer Mahesh Bhatt says the duo is far from officially signing the movie.

Sidharth Malhotra, Alia Bhatt Yet to Sign Aashiqui 3

Karan Johar To Attend Toronto Film Festival

Karan Johar will attend the 2016 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), which is going to open on September 8.

Karan Johar To Attend Toronto Film Festival

Farhan Akhtar Releases First Look Of 'Rock On 2'

Farhan Akhtar Releases First Look Of 'Rock On 2'
Actor-filmmaker Farhan Akhtar released the first poster of his much-awaited film "Rock On 2" on Friday.

Farhan Akhtar Releases First Look Of 'Rock On 2'

Shirish Thanks Big B, Kejriwal, Kangana For Promoting His Short Film

  The short film, which was released on the video-sharing site on June 22, features Manoj Bajpayee, Radhika Apte and Neha Sharma.

Shirish Thanks Big B, Kejriwal, Kangana For Promoting His Short Film