Megastar of the century Amitabh Bachchan is celebrating his 83rd birthday today (October 11). In a career spanning over five decades, he has redefined cinema in every era. Sometimes as an angry hero, sometimes with emotional characters, winning hearts. As he aged, he continually reinvented himself. Let's take a look at some of his most memorable roles…

Sholay (1975)

"Sholay" is a milestone in Hindi cinema. Amitabh's restraint and depth in the role of Jai still captivates audiences. His pairing with Dharmendra and the story of revenge against Gabbar became memorable.

Zanjeer (1973)

The image of the "angry young man" began with this film. Amitabh created a new identity in Hindi cinema as Inspector Vijay, who avenges his parents' killers.

Deewar (1975)

"Today I have a bungalow, a car..." this dialogue made Amitabh Bachchan the epitome of the "angry young man." The battle between two brothers and their rebellion against society is the soul of this film.

Don (1978)

"Catching Don is not only difficult, but impossible." With this one line, Amitabh Bachchan turned even a villain into a hero. The film's popularity was so great that it spawned two remakes.

Coolie (1983)

In "Coolie," Amitabh brought the struggle of the common man to the screen. An accident during the shooting made the film even more emotional.

Silsila (1981)

The chemistry between Amitabh, Jaya, and Rekha in this film, based on forbidden love and the complexities of relationships, has captivated cinephiles to this day.

Mohabbatein (2000)

As the principled Narayan Shankar, Amitabh Bachchan presented the struggle of discipline versus love to a new generation.

Bhootnath (2008)

A ghost full of emotions—Amitabh delivered a sensitive message with this entertaining portrayal: not to leave the elderly alone.

Pink (2016)

As lawyer Deepak Sehgal, Amitabh taught society—“No means no.” This film on women's rights is one of his best social films.

Brahmastra (2022)

As a guru, Amitabh once again proved his ability to fit into every genre. His aura shone through as a guide to Ranbir Kapoor's 'Shiva'.

Kalki 2898 A.D. (2024)

As Ashwatthama from the Mahabharata, Amitabh Bachchan blended the future and the ancient with his remarkable screen presence. Even at 83, his magic remains intact,because Amitabh Bachchan is not just an actor, he is an institution.