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Rajini on Big B: How Amitabh Bachchan Beat Rs 90 Crore Debt
14 Oct
Summary
- Rajinikanth revealed Amitabh Bachchan faced bankruptcy with Rs 90 crore debt.
- Bachchan worked 18 hours daily for three years to clear dues.
- The actors reunited after 33 years in the film Vettaiyan.
Veteran actors Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan, who previously collaborated on films like Andhaa Kanoon and Hum, have reunited for the movie Vettaiyan. Released on October 10, 2024, the film marks their on-screen collaboration after a gap of 33 years.
At a recent event, Rajinikanth recalled the challenging period when Amitabh Bachchan faced severe financial difficulties. Following the failure of his production company, Amitabh Bachchan Corporation Limited (ABCL), Bachchan found himself in deep debt, estimated to be around Rs 90 crore.
Rajinikanth highlighted Bachchan's immense determination, stating that he worked relentlessly for 18 hours daily for three years to settle all his financial obligations. This period of intense work occurred despite Bachchan experiencing various health issues at the age of 64.
Bachchan's resilience not only allowed him to clear his debts but also to repurchase properties he had sold, including his Juhu home. Rajinikanth expressed admiration for Bachchan's character and fortitude during this crisis.
