Abhishek Bachchan: News
Abhishek Bachchan is an Indian actor, producer, singer, voice-over artist, and an entrepreneur as well. He was born on February 5, 1976, to Bollywood icons Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan. His wife, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, is also a renowned actor. He made his film debut with the 2000 JP Dutta directorial ‘Refugee’. Owner of the production company Saraswati Entertainment, Bachchan's first film as a producer was R Balki's National Award-winning comedy-drama, 'Paa' (2009). Known for his versatile acting style, he has done more than 70 films. Some of the films where he donned the role of an actor include 'Yuva' (2004), the 'Dhoom' franchise, ‘Sarkar’ (2005), 'Bluffmaster!' (2005), 'Guru' (2007), 'Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna' (2006), 'Paa' (2009), and 'Happy New Year' (2014), among others. He was also listed in the ‘Time Magazine’ in 2007 as one of the most influential Indians along with Amitabh and Aishwarya. He also ventured into the music world by rapping for 'Right Here Right Now' from ‘Bluffmaster!’.
Abhishek Bachchan breaks silence on 'nasty' divorce rumors with Aishwarya
Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan recently addressed the persistent rumors of divorce with his wife-actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan.
Abhishek Bachchan begins filming for SRK-Deepika's 'King'
Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan recently took to social media to reveal that his son, actor Abhishek Bachchan, has started shooting for King.
'Family connections don't matter': Abhishek Bachchan joins nepotism debate
Abhishek Bachchan, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming OTT film Kaalidhar Laapata, recently reflected on his 25-year-long career in Bollywood.
'He was adamant': Why Abhishek-Aditya Chopra clashed during 'Dhoom 2'
Actor Abhishek Bachchan recently opened up about a creative clash with filmmaker-producer Aditya Chopra while working on Dhoom 2.
Shah Rukh Khan's 'King' to wrap 1st schedule by June
The much-anticipated Bollywood film King, starring Shah Rukh Khan in the lead, is set to complete its first shooting schedule on June 30.
Vidya Balan joins Riteish Deshmukh's historical epic 'Raja Shivaji'
Bollywood actor Vidya Balan has reportedly joined the ensemble cast of Riteish Deshmukh's upcoming directorial, Raja Shivaji.
Did you know? Amitabh re-dubbed 'Agneepath' overnight after audience backlash
In a recent interview with India Today, actor Abhishek Bachchan revealed that his father, superstar Amitabh Bachchan, had to re-dub Agneepath in one night.
Akshay's 'Housefull 5' witnesses major drop; collects ₹177.25cr by Day-18
Akshay Kumar's Housefull 5 is witnessing a significant drop in its box office performance. On its 18th day (Monday), the comedy film managed to rake in just ₹1.15cr, indicating a clear downward trend in collections.
Amitabh Bachchan praises 'inheritor' Abhishek for film choices
Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan has showered praises on his son, Abhishek Bachchan, in a recent blog post.
'Kaalidhar Laapata' trailer: Abhishek finds unlikely friend in cheerful kid
The trailer for the upcoming film Kaalidhar Laapata, starring Abhishek Bachchan, was released on Saturday.
Abhishek Bachchan's 'Kaalidhar Laapata' locks release date on ZEE5
Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan has announced his next film, Kaalidhar Laapata.
'Housefull 5' is unstoppable; crosses ₹160cr at box office
The comedy film Housefull 5, starring Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, and Riteish Deshmukh, has crossed the ₹160cr milestone at the box office.
Shah Rukh Khan shoots massive jail action sequence for 'King'
Shah Rukh Khan has reportedly begun filming a huge jail action sequence for his upcoming film, King, directed by Siddharth Anand.
They're 'big players': 'Housefull 5' director on objectifying women claims
In a recent interview with Firstpost, Tarun Mansukhani, the director of Housefull 5, defended his film against allegations of objectifying women.
Akshay Kumar's 'Housefull 5' crosses ₹150 crore by Day 10
The comedy film Housefull 5, directed by Tarun Mansukhani and starring Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, and Riteish Deshmukh, among many others, has crossed the ₹150 crore mark in India within 10 days of its release.
'Housefull 5' continues momentum; nears ₹150cr mark
The comedy murder mystery, Housefull 5, starring Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, and Riteish Deshmukh, is continuing its box office success into its second week.
Chitrangda calls 'Housefull 5' 'family entertainer' amid backlash for sexism
Chitrangda Singh, who plays a pivotal role in the recently released Housefull 5, has said that the film is a "family entertainer."
'It's not...real-life': 'Housefull 5' director dismisses criticism over sexist humor
Akshay Kumar's Housefull 5, released on June 6, has been heavily slammed by critics for its sexist jokes and objectification of female actors.
Akshay Kumar's 'Housefull 5' nears ₹140cr mark after 8 days
Housefull 5, the latest installment of the popular Bollywood franchise, Housefull, has been witnessing a steady decline in its box office earnings.
What 'Housefull 5' needs to earn to be a hit
The Akshay Kumar-led ensemble comedy, Housefull 5, has had a solid opening week at the box office.
'Housefull 5' slows down; nears ₹130 crore after Day 7
The comedy entertainer Housefull 5, starring Akshay Kumar, Abhishek Bachchan, and Riteish Deshmukh, has seen a slight dip in its box office performance after a stellar opening week.
Is 'Housefull 5' sexist? Director Tarun Mansukhani says, not really
Despite its box office success, Akshay Kumar's comedy Housefull 5 is facing backlash for being sexist and objectifying women.
Akshay Kumar's 'Housefull 5' crosses ₹100cr in 4 days
The latest installment of the popular Bollywood comedy franchise, Housefull 5, has crossed the ₹100cr mark at the box office in just four days of its release.
Who's the dancer accusing 'Housefull 5' of stealing his moves?
The Bollywood film Housefull 5 has landed in a new controversy. Dance influencer Sandip Brahamin, who is also the winner of Romania's Got Talent Season 13, has accused the makers of the movie of copying his signature dance move for their song Laal Pari.
Who will get Amitabh Bachchan's fortune? Abhishek or Shweta
Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who has been ruling the Hindi film industry since the 1970s, has an estimated net worth of ₹1,600 crore, according to the Hurun Rich List 2024.
'Housefull 5' collects ₹87cr in opening weekend; nears ₹100cr club
The latest installment in the popular comedy franchise, Housefull 5, has had a strong opening weekend at the box office.
'Housefull 5' storms box-office, collects over ₹50cr in two days
The latest installment of the Housefull franchise, Housefull 5, has taken the box office by storm.
When will 'Housefull 5' stream on Prime Video? Find out
The fifth installment of the popular Housefull franchise, produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, was released on Friday.
Akshay Kumar's 'Housefull 5' opens at ₹23cr amid negative reviews
The comedy film Housefull 5, featuring Akshay Kumar and an ensemble cast, has made a strong debut at the box office.
'Housefull 5' becomes Akshay Kumar's widest international release
Akshay Kumar's latest comedy film, Housefull 5, has set a new record by becoming his widest international release to date.
'Housefull 5' released in 2 versions: Here's what's different
The latest installment of the popular Housefull franchise, Housefull 5, is out now. The film stars Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, Abhishek Bachchan, and Fardeen Khan, among others.
Akshay Kumar's 'Housefull 5' leaked online on piracy sites
The much-awaited comedy film Housefull 5, starring Akshay Kumar, Riteish Deshmukh, and Abhishek Bachchan, was released in theaters on Friday. However, the film has been leaked online on several illegal platforms.
'Housefull 5' expected to be Akshay Kumar's biggest opener post-COVID
The much-awaited comedy thriller, Housefull 5, finally hit theaters on Friday.
'Thug Life,' 'Housefull 5': Films hitting theaters this week
The first week of June 2025 is set to witness a diverse range of films across genres.
'Housefull 5': Advance booking crosses ₹2cr ahead of grand release
The much-anticipated comedy film, Housefull 5, starring Akshay Kumar, is gearing up for its release on Friday.
'Housefull 5' advance booking numbers fall below expectations
The much-awaited Bollywood comedy Housefull 5 is struggling to attract audiences, as per early box office reports.
'Housefull 5' becomes Akshay Kumar's widest release ever!
The upcoming comedy film Housefull 5 is set to become the widest release in the history of the popular franchise and also in the career of its lead star, Akshay Kumar. According to Pinkvilla, the movie will be released on a staggering 5,000 screens across India.
'Ginny & Georgia,' 'Jaat,' 'Stolen': OTT titles releasing this week
The first week of June brings an exciting lineup of new releases across OTT platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, and Sun NXT.
Here's how theaters will divide shows of 'Housefull 5'
The much-awaited comedy film Housefull 5 is set to hit theaters on Friday, in two versions: Housefull 5A and Housefull 5B.
Will the two-ending plan work for 'Housefull 5'?
Since the Housefull 5 trailer's release, fans have been constantly discussing many aspects of the movie.
'Housefull 5' earns ₹4cr in advance bookings
The fifth chapter of the popular Housefull franchise, Housefull 5, is generating significant buzz with its impressive advance bookings.
Ahead of Akshay's 'Housefull 5,' revisiting the franchise's blockbuster journey
The fifth installment of Akshay Kumar's popular comedy series, Housefull, is set to hit screens on June 6, 2025.
CBFC cuts words like 'item' from 'Housefull 5'
The upcoming Bollywood film Housefull 5 has been cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) with a U/A 16+ certificate. However, some changes were recommended to the makers.
'Housefull 5' to have 2 different endings: Find out
The upcoming Sajid Nadiadwala production, Housefull 5, will reportedly have two different endings.
'Housefull 5' trailer brings chaos, comedy, and a murder mystery
The much-awaited trailer of Housefull 5, the fifth installment of the popular comedy franchise, was released on Tuesday.
Akshay Kumar's 'Housefull 5' gets U/A certificate with surprising twist
The much-awaited Akshay Kumar starrer, Housefull 5, produced by Sajid Nadiadwala, has been given a U/A certificate by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
'Housefull 5's new song teases wild pool party vibes
The much-awaited song teaser of Qayamat from the forthcoming movie Housefull 5 has dropped. The teaser features Akshay Kumar, Jacqueline Fernandez, and Abhishek Bachchan.
'Housefull 5' trailer set for grand launch next week
The highly awaited trailer of the comedy film Housefull 5 will be released on May 27, Bollywood Hungama reported.
Riteish Deshmukh unveils 'Raja Shivaji' motion poster
Bollywood actor and filmmaker Riteish Deshmukh has released the official motion poster of his ambitious historical project, Raja Shivaji, taking a big step forward in the film's journey.
Is Shah Rukh Khan's 'King' finally starting shoot today?
The much-awaited Shah Rukh Khan and director Siddharth Anand collaboration for King is gaining speed.
'Biggest shock': Suniel, Akshay were 'clueless' about Paresh Rawal's exit
Actor Suniel Shetty was left shocked at Paresh Rawal's sudden exit from the much-awaited film, Hera Pheri 3.
'King' to mark Rani and Shah Rukh Khan's big reunion
King just became king-size!
Anurag Kashyap 'couldn't afford' daughter's wedding until Sethupathi's 'Maharaja' happened
Renowned filmmaker Anurag Kashyap has been earning laurels for playing the villain or the supporting character in several films. His most memorable performance was in the Tamil blockbuster Maharaja, opposite Vijay Sethupathi.
'Housefull 5' teaser disappears from YouTube after copyright claim
The teaser of the much-awaited comedy flick, Housefull 5, starring Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar, has curiously disappeared from YouTube.
'Hum Tum' to re-release in theaters on May 16
The beloved Bollywood romantic comedy, Hum Tum, will be re-released on May 16.
Akshay, Riteish turn up the madness in 'Housefull 5' teaser
The much-anticipated official teaser of Akshay Kumar's next Housefull 5 was released on Wednesday.
Find out where 'Housefull 5' will stream following theatrical run
The much-awaited fifth installment of the beloved Bollywood franchise, Housefull 5, will release in theaters on June 6, 2025.
CBFC clears 'Housefull 5' teaser ahead of June 2025 release
The theatrical teaser for the much-anticipated Bollywood movie, Housefull 5, has been certified by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC).
Arshad Warsi to join the cast of SRK's 'King'
The much-awaited film King, headlined by Shah Rukh Khan, has reportedly cast Arshad Warsi.
Who is Sonam Bajwa? Punjabi star who might join 'King'
The much-awaited action thriller King, helmed by Siddharth Anand and starring Shah Rukh Khan, has been hogging all the headlines of late.
'King' filming pushed to July; SRK not satisfied with script
The much-awaited action drama King, starring Shah Rukh Khan and his daughter Suhana Khan, will start rolling in July instead of the earlier-scheduled April.
Deepika Padukone to play SRK's ex-lover in 'King'
The much-awaited action thriller, King, directed by Siddharth Anand, will bring Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone back on screen.
Salman Khan's stunning ₹34 lakh Ram Mandir watch steals show
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan is making headlines for his limited-edition Ram Mandir watch, which costs a staggering ₹34 lakh.
Akshay Kumar sells 2 apartments in Mumbai for ₹6.6cr
Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar has recently sold off two residential units in Oberoi Sky City, Borivali East, Mumbai, for a total of ₹6.6cr.
Saiyami Kher, Abhishek Bachchan's 'Ghoomer' shines at Uzbekistan Film Festival
R Balki's Ghoomer, starring Abhishek Bachchan and Saiyami Kher, was selected for a special premiere at the Uzbekistan Film Festival.
Abhishek, Vicky were not the first choices for 'Manmarziyaan'
Kanika Dhillon's film Manmarziyaan, starring Taapsee Pannu, Abhishek Bachchan, and Vicky Kaushal in lead roles, wasn't meant to be for its current cast.
'Be Happy' review: Abhishek Bachchan's film is flat and uneven
Abhishek Bachchan's Be Happy, directed by Remo D'Souza, premiered on Amazon Prime Video on Friday.
OTT watchlist: 'Emergency,' 'Be Happy,' more releasing this week
The second week of March looks pretty exciting, with various new releases lined up on popular OTT platforms, including JioHotstar, Netflix, and Amazon Prime Video.