Amitabh Bachchan’s 82nd birthday turned into a heartfelt celebration on the quiz show Kaun Banega Crorepati 16. Aamir Khan, along with his son Junaid Khan, made the event even more special by gracing the show as celebrity guests. Together, they made Big B’s day memorable by bringing in lots of laughter and sharing untold stories. The episode, called Mahanayak Ka Janmotsav, showcased not only his professional journey but also several intimate aspects of his personal life.
Here’s a glimpse into the five fascinating stories that were revealed on the KBC stage.
1. Amitabh Bachchan’s Parents’ Heartfelt Love Story
During the show, Amitabh Bachchan gave a rare insight into how his parents met. He narrated the touching story of his father, the famous poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan, after the passing of his first wife. Heartbroken, his father immersed himself in poetry to cope with the grief. During this difficult time, he was invited to a poetry recital in Bareilly, where his life would change forever.
At the recital, Amitabh’s father, upon seeing Teji Bachchan (Amitabh’s mother), recited an emotional poem titled, Kya Karoon Samvedna Le Kar Tumhari. The recital brought tears to Teji’s eyes, and both felt an immediate connection. Their families left the room for a while, and by the time they returned, it was decided—the two would marry each other. This beautiful moment became the foundation of their lifelong partnership.
2. Jaya Bachchan’s Admiration for Dharmendra
Aamir Khan playfully asked Amitabh if he ever felt jealous of his co-actors while Jaya Bachchan worked with them. Amitabh responded candidly, sharing that he was never jealous, primarily because Jaya had confessed early in their marriage that she had a huge admiration for Dharmendra. She even mentioned that, in her opinion, there was no one more handsome in the industry than Dharmendra. This light-hearted revelation led to many laughs, showcasing the easy-going nature of the Bachchan household.
3. Amitabh’s Rebellious Moment with His Father
In another surprising confession, Amitabh opened up about a rare moment of rebellion against his father, Harivansh Rai Bachchan. Amitabh recalled that during his job hunt after graduation, he had difficulty securing employment. Feeling frustrated, he and his friends discussed why their parents had brought them into the world if they couldn’t find jobs. When Amitabh went home that evening, he angrily confronted his father, questioning why he was born.
Harivansh Rai Bachchan didn’t respond immediately but left a note for his son before going for his morning walk. In that note was a touching poem, along with the message that Amitabh would soon find a job in Kolkata. True to his father’s words, Amitabh soon received an offer, marking the beginning of his professional journey.
4. Club Hopping Days in Kolkata
Aamir Khan also brought up the rumor that Amitabh used to go club-hopping in his younger days while living in Kolkata. Amitabh didn’t deny it and fondly recalled his days in Kolkata, where he lived for 7-8 years. He and a group of 6-7 friends often visited clubs. However, he humorously mentioned that they would leave as soon as it was time to order drinks, revealing that they enjoyed the nightlife without indulging in extravagant expenses.
5. Junaid Khan’s Childhood on KBC
A heartwarming moment came when Junaid Khan, Aamir Khan’s son, made his KBC debut alongside his father. Amitabh Bachchan greeted Junaid warmly, saying that this wasn’t his first time on the KBC stage. Junaid recounted that when he was seven years old, he had accompanied his father to the show, sitting in the audience with his grandmother. The show even played a throwback video of young Junaid, adding a nostalgic touch to the episode.
