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Bollywood Icon Amitabh Bachchan Lauds Farhan Akhtar's Directorial Debut
13 Oct
Summary
- Amitabh Bachchan wrote a handwritten letter praising Farhan Akhtar's film 'Dil Chahta Hai'
- Bachchan recreated a dialogue from his landmark film 'Zanjeer'
- Akhtar displayed Bachchan's letter alongside his own film awards
In a heartwarming tribute, legendary Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan has praised Farhan Akhtar's directorial debut 'Dil Chahta Hai'. According to reports, Bachchan was so impressed by Akhtar's filmmaking skills that he penned a handwritten letter to the young director last month, expressing his admiration.
Akhtar, who is known for films like 'Dil Chahta Hai' and 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara', now proudly displays Bachchan's letter alongside his own prestigious film awards. The episode also saw Bachchan recreate a memorable dialogue from his landmark movie 'Zanjeer', further cementing the deep connection between the two Bollywood icons.
'Zanjeer' was a breakthrough film for both Bachchan and the acclaimed Salim-Javed writing duo, establishing Bachchan as the 'angry young man' of Indian cinema. Akhtar's directorial debut 'Dil Chahta Hai' is also considered a landmark in modern Bollywood, known for its fresh storytelling and relatable characters. Bachchan's heartfelt letter is a testament to the lasting impact of Akhtar's work and the mutual respect between these two celebrated filmmakers.
