Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, a living legend of Indian cinema, proves his social media prowess rivals that of any Gen-Z user. His active online presence regularly gifts followers with precious memories, unseen glimpses from film sets, and heartwarming anecdotes from his illustrious career.
A Blast from the Past: The Russia 1990 Look
In a nostalgic move in November 2023, Bachchan transported his fans back in time to the early 1990s in Russia. He shared a striking behind-the-scenes still from the sets of the 1991 fantasy action drama 'Ajooba'. The image captured the superstar in full preparation mode, showcasing a style that remains iconic.
In the picture, a young Bachchan is seen holding a script, prepping for a scene. He sports a sharp, all-leather ensemble consisting of a personal designer leather jacket and leather trousers, paired with a turtle neck and tinted aviator sunglasses. Sharing the photo, he wrote, "... personal designer leather jacket, leather trousers, turtle neck, tinted Aviators ..RUSSIA 1990 .. !!! But still prepping for the scene, script in hand At shoot for AJOOBA .. 1990's RUSSIA !!!"
Fan Frenzy and Warm Nostalgic Reactions
The caption and the rare picture instantly ignited a wave of excitement and nostalgia across social media platforms. Fans from multiple generations flooded the comment section, expressing their emotional connection to the film and the era it represented.
For many, the image served as a powerful time capsule, evoking memories of childhood and the magic of larger-than-life cinematic heroes. One fan emotionally commented, "My childhood fantasy film sir! Loved it." Another user summed up the sentiment with, "Priceless picture #oldisgold." The single still successfully unlocked a treasure trove of memories for audiences who grew up watching Bachchan dominate the silver screen with his commanding presence.
Remembering the Film 'Ajooba'
The film 'Ajooba' holds a unique place in Bollywood history. It was directed by the late Shashi Kapoor and co-directed by Soviet filmmaker Gennady Vasilyev. The movie boasted a formidable cast including Amitabh Bachchan, Amrish Puri, Rishi Kapoor, and Dimple Kapadia.
Loosely based on Arabic folklore, the narrative followed Bachchan in the titular role of Ajooba, a masked vigilante who fights for the justice and rights of the people in the fictional kingdom of Baharistan.
On the work front, Amitabh Bachchan will next be seen in director Ribhu Dasgupta's upcoming film 'Section 84'. The project also stars Diana Penty, Nimrat Kaur, and Abhishek Banerjee.
