The tradition of greeting fans outside Amitabh Bachchan’s residence on his birthday took an unexpected turn on Sunday, October 11, when some young fans tried to bypass the security and approach the actor.
What is happening?
A video of the moment has since been circulating on social media, drawing mixed reactions from viewers on how the situation unfolded.
In the clip, Amitabh is shown walking out wearing a red kurta to express his gratitude to the crowd gathered outside his house.
As he greeted fans, some children were seen pushing the security personnel in an attempt to reach him. His bodyguards intervened and pulled him away from the actor.
Amitabh kept greeting the gathering with folded hands and shaking hands. At one point, he politely declined a female fan’s request to shake his hand.
She also posed in front of a huge garland arranged by her fans before thanking the crowd for their affection and returning inside.
Debate erupts over Amitabh Bachchan’s birthday video
The video sparked varying opinions online. While some viewers felt that the actor could have acceded to the young fan’s request, others argued that security arrangements should be respected and that celebrities have the right to maintain personal boundaries.
Expressing sympathy towards the girl, one user wrote, ‘He could have just shaken hands with her, she had brought a lot of hope.’
While defending Big B, a user criticized the attempt to evade security and wrote, ‘There was no need to do so.’
Another comment highlighted the need to respect the actor’s personal space, saying, “What’s wrong with these people? He’s a human being.”
Big B’s 84th birthday
Amitabh Bachchan celebrated his 84th birthday on Sunday by greeting fans who gathered outside his Mumbai residence Jalsa.
The veteran actor came forward to express his gratitude to the crowd of fans who gathered outside his favorite star’s house to catch a glimpse of their favorite star. She waved to the crowd and greeted them with folded hands, thanking them for their love and well wishes on her special day.
#see | Mumbai, Maharashtra: Actor Amitabh Bachchan greets fans outside his residence ‘Jalsa’ in Mumbai on his 84th birthday. https://t.co/IhLflC0XBA
– ANI (@ANI) 11 October 2026
Celebs wished Amitabh Bachchan
Many celebrities took to social media to wish the veteran actor.
In a post shared on
Happy birthday to my dearest teacher. @shribachchan ????
Your love for cinema and respect for your art has always been an inspiration to me. Apart from your immense achievements, it is your warmth and humility that makes you so special.
Wishing you good health, Anant… pic.twitter.com/o3JjrZuNdw
– Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) 11 October 2026
Sharing a picture with Big B from Who wants to be a millionaire On the sets, Kajol described the superstar as “funny” and exceptionally calm, a “natural phenomenon”. He wrote, “Happy Birthday our funny and wonderful natural phenomenon! Wishing you good health and happiness always. @MrBachchan.”
Happy Birthday our funny and wonderful natural phenomenon! Wish you good health and happiness always ❤️???? @shribachchan pic.twitter.com/3ha8O6e8YR
– Kajol (@itsKajolD) 11 October 2026
Sanjay Dutt wished the veteran actor in an Instagram post and called him his hero. He wrote, “Dear Sir, happy birthday and may God bless you. You have always loved me and for that I thank you. You are my hero and I have learned so much from you. It has been an honor to work with you. Happy birthday once again sir, and love you.”
Prabhas also wished Amitabh Bachchan on his birthday and expressed his gratitude for the love and affection shown by the veteran star over the years. The actor wrote on his Instagram Stories, “Wishing the great Amitabh sir a very happy birthday! Forever grateful for all the love you have shown me.. have a wonderful year ahead sir. @amitbhbachchan.”
Kamal Haasan celebrated the veteran actor’s distinctive screen presence and described him as a star who always stands apart from the rest. He wrote on Instagram, “He made the baritone iconic, the pauses dramatic and the raised eyebrows a plot twist. Amit ji can make even a simple ‘Ladies and Gentlemen’ look like a blockbuster debut. The man has always been in a league of his own.”
Sharing a throwback picture with Big B on
It doesn’t matter how many times I meet you, there’s still the same excitement… the same sense of wonder that I felt growing up seeing you. Every interaction gives me another reason to learn something and admire you. Always grateful…always in awe. happy Birthday Sir. @shribachchan pic.twitter.com/VtziaTfvIR
– Suniel Shetty (@SunielVShetty) 11 October 2026
Shatrughan Sinha shared a heartfelt note for his longtime friend and co-star on X. He wrote, “Wishing a very happy day to our favorite friend, the national icon @SrBachchan, a source of inspiration for all, especially the young generation, Gen Z. Wishing you happiness, good health and a long healthy life. God bless! #HappyBirthday.”
Wishing a very happy birthday to our favorite friend, the national icon @SrBachchan, a source of inspiration for all, especially the young generation. Wishing you happiness, good health and a long healthy life. God bless! ???????????? #HappyBirthday https://t.co/UrS1d4uClP
– Shatrugan Sinha (@ShatruganSinha) 11 October 2026
Ajay Devgan also wished Amitabh Bachchan on his birthday. He wrote, “The years may make you senior to most, but your energy remains as young as ever. Happy Birthday, Amit Jill.”
Farah Khan shared a picture with Big B on her Instagram Stories and wrote, “Happy @amitabhbachchan day. Love you Amitji.”
Amitabh Bachchan will return as Ashwatthama Kalki 2898 AD Result
On the work front, Amitabh Bachchan will reprise his role of Ashwatthama in the upcoming sequel Kalki 2898 AD.
Directed by Nag Ashwin, the film will also star Prabhas and Kamal Haasan in lead roles.
The first installment starred Deepika Padukone, who will not return for the sequel. Reports have suggested that Sai Pallavi will replace her in the upcoming film, although official confirmation is awaited.
The sequel is currently in production.
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