Sholay (1975):
Directed by Ramesh Sippy, "Sholay" is an iconic Indian action-adventure film. Amitabh Bachchan plays the role of the brooding and vengeful Jai. The film is known for its memorable dialogues, characters, and action sequences.
Deewaar (1975):
Directed by Yash Chopra, "Deewaar" is a crime drama that tells the story of two brothers on opposite sides of the law. Amitabh Bachchan portrays Vijay Verma, a disillusioned youth who turns to a life of crime. His performance in this film is widely acclaimed.
Don (1978):
In this crime thriller directed by Chandra Barot, Amitabh Bachchan plays a dual role as Don, a ruthless underworld boss, and Vijay, a simple man who is forced to impersonate Don. The film is known for its gripping storyline and memorable music.
Shahenshah (1988):
Directed by Tinnu Anand, "Shahenshah" is an action-packed film where Amitabh Bachchan portrays a dual role as Vijay, a police officer, and as Shahenshah, a vigilante crime fighter. The film became a cult classic for its entertaining plot and Bachchan's performance.
Agneepath (1990):
Directed by Mukul Anand, "Agneepath" is a crime drama where Amitabh Bachchan plays the role of Vijay Deenanath Chauhan, seeking revenge for his father's death. His intense portrayal of Vijay garnered critical acclaim and is considered one of his best performances.
Black (2005):
Directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, "Black" is a poignant drama where Amitabh Bachchan plays the role of Debraj Sahai, a teacher who helps a deaf-blind girl named Michelle (played by Rani Mukerji) find her voice. Bachchan's performance earned him numerous awards and accolades.
Piku (2015):
Directed by Shoojit Sircar, "Piku" is a heartwarming comedy-drama where Amitabh Bachchan portrays Bhaskor Banerjee, an elderly man with chronic constipation. The film revolves around the relationship between Bhaskor, his daughter Piku (played by Deepika Padukone), and Rana (played by Irrfan Khan).
Pink (2016):
Directed by Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury, "Pink" is a courtroom drama that tackles issues of consent and societal attitudes towards women. Amitabh Bachchan plays the role of Deepak Sehgal, a retired lawyer who helps three young women fight against injustice. The film received widespread acclaim for its powerful message and performances.
Shakti (1982):
Directed by Ramesh Sippy, "Shakti" is a dramatic film that explores the complex relationship between a father and son. Amitabh Bachchan plays the role of Vijay Kumar, a police officer, while Dilip Kumar portrays his father, a principled and respected police officer. The film's climax scene between the two legendary actors is particularly memorable.
Zanjeer (1973):
Directed by Prakash Mehra, "Zanjeer" marked the beginning of Amitabh Bachchan's rise to stardom. He plays the role of Inspector Vijay Khanna, a fearless police officer who takes on the underworld. The film was a commercial success and established Bachchan as the "angry young man" of Indian cinema.
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