Today, the legendary Amitabh Bachchan marks his 82nd birthday, and the occasion has been made even more unforgettable with a heartfelt musical tribute from Wroclaw, Poland. The iconic megastar expressed his deep gratitude for the moving tribute, which not only honors his legacy but also pays homage to his father, the esteemed poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan.
Amitabh took to social media platforms, Instagram and X, to share a touching video featuring young musicians performing the tunes of his father’s renowned work, Madhushala, on violins. The video beautifully captures the stunning scenery of Wroclaw, enhancing the emotional weight of the tribute.
In his heartfelt post, Amitabh wrote, “The day of birth… and another day in its knowing that the celebration at that time was different from the time now… and the most revered gift that comes to me is from the City of Wroclaw, Poland.”
Amitabh further elaborated on his personal connection to Poland, sharing, “The City of Wroclaw, Poland, as you all may know, gave me the Ambassador declaration of the City during my last visit there. It is the City of Literature, and they have placed a molding of Babuji on their main Square. It is also the City of Elves, and they honored Babuji with this statue. They have also named a square-street after Babuji, the Harivansh Rai Bachchan street square.”
The tribute has a special significance, as a square in Wroclaw has been named in honor of his late father, a revered Hindi poet. The moving music video deeply touched Amitabh, leaving him overwhelmed with emotion.
“AND… As a gift from the City, they have sent me for this day a most loving, generous, and overwhelming gift. Young musicians play the violin as a respect to Babuji's Madhushala, the tune in which he sang it, at all the prominent locations of the City. It is a most humbling and overwhelming gesture, and words fail me in expressing my emotion at this point,” he concluded.
About Amitabh Bachchan
Born on October 11, 1942, in Allahabad (now Prayagraj), Amitabh Bachchan has a towering presence in Indian cinema. He is the son of Harivansh Rai Bachchan and Teji Bachchan. He married actress Jaya Bhaduri in 1973, and together they have two children, Shweta Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan.
On the professional front, Amitabh is often regarded as the biggest superstar of Indian cinema, with numerous blockbuster films to his name. He was most recently seen in Vettaiyan, alongside fellow superstar Rajinikanth. Prior to that, he appeared in Kalki 2898 AD, where he played the role of Ashwatthama. The film, directed by Nag Ashwin, also starred Prabhas, Deepika Padukone, and Kamal Haasan, with plans for a sequel set to begin shooting soon.
As he celebrates another milestone in his life, Amitabh Bachchan continues to inspire and connect with his fans around the world, demonstrating the profound impact of his work and the legacy of his father.