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Abhishek Bachchan Rules Out Recreating Amitabh Bachchan Classics

Speaking at Mumbai’s IFP festival, he said his lifelong fandom leaves no reason to revisit roles he considers definitive.

Overview

  • The actor said he would "never, ever" attempt a remake of his father’s films, presenting the choice as a fan’s respect rather than a familial obligation.
  • He added that when he watches Amitabh Bachchan’s performances he never wonders how he would do them and believes nobody could do them better.
  • Recalling his childhood, he described repeatedly watching those movies and re-enacting full scenes with friends who all wanted to play Bachchan.
  • He made the comments during an appearance at the IFP Creative Festival held at Mumbai’s Mehboob Studios on November 29–30.
  • Coverage notes his recent release Housefull 5 in June 2025, with separate reports suggesting he may play the antagonist in Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming film King.