Abhishek Banerjee Shares Why Amitabh Bachchan Prefers Not to Be Treated as an Elder
Abhishek Banerjee reveals Amitabh Bachchan got ‘very upset’ when he touched his feet; here's why
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Bollywood actor Abhishek Banerjee recounted his first meeting with Amitabh Bachchan, revealing that the legendary actor was upset when Banerjee touched his feet as a sign of respect. Bachchan prefers to be seen as an equal among co-actors, emphasizing professionalism on set.
- 01Abhishek Banerjee felt awe during his first meeting with Amitabh Bachchan.
- 02Bachchan was upset when Banerjee touched his feet, preferring equality among co-actors.
- 03Director Ribhu Dasgupta explained Bachchan's perspective on respect and professionalism.
- 04Bachchan is currently filming for 'Kalki 2898 AD' and will reprise his role as Ashwatthama.
- 05Banerjee's upcoming projects include 'Mirzapur The Movie', set for release in 2026.
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During a recent interview, Bollywood actor Abhishek Banerjee shared his experience working with the iconic Amitabh Bachchan in the film *Section 84*. Banerjee described feeling overwhelmed and shivering with excitement upon meeting Bachchan, leading him to touch the actor's feet as a gesture of respect. However, this gesture upset Bachchan, who believes that such actions place him on a pedestal, undermining the equality he values among co-actors. Banerjee praised Bachchan's professionalism, stating that he prefers to be seen as a colleague rather than an elder. Currently, Bachchan is filming the sequel to *Kalki 2898 AD*, while Banerjee's recent work includes *Toaster* on Netflix, and he is set to appear in *Mirzapur The Movie*, scheduled for release on September 4, 2026.
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