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Divya Dutta Reminisces Iconic First Encounter with Amitabh Bachchan
12 Oct, 2025
Summary
- Divya Dutta recalls first seeing Amitabh Bachchan on the big screen
- Dutta credits Bachchan's song "Mere Paas Aao Mere Dosto" for inspiring her to become an actor
- Dutta and Bachchan have worked together in several films over the years
In a heartfelt tribute, veteran actress Divya Dutta has shared her cherished memories of first encountering Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan on the silver screen. Posting a photo of the two actors together, Dutta reflected on the profound impact Bachchan's performance had on her decision to become an actress.
Dutta revealed that the song "Mere Paas Aao Mere Dosto" from the 1979 film Mr. Natwarlal was her introduction to Bachchan's magnetic on-screen presence. She was "mesmerized" by the song and felt it was meant for her, inspiring her to pursue a career in acting. Dutta went on to have the "honor" of sharing screen space with the legendary actor in several films, including Baghban, Veer-Zara, Delhi 6, and The Last Lear.
In Baghban, Bachchan portrayed Dutta's father-in-law, while in The Last Lear, he played a retired Shakespearean actor with Dutta as his caretaker. The actress expressed her deep admiration and love for Bachchan, describing him as a "legend" and feeling "very lucky" to have witnessed his cinematic magic during her lifetime.
