Amitabh Bachchan defends Abhishek against nepotism criticism: "Not just because I am his father"

Amitabh Bachchan has always been a strong pillar of support for his son, Abhishek Bachchan. Recently, when a social media user pointed out that Abhishek had unfairly become a target of nepotism criticism despite having an impressive filmography, Amitabh couldn’t resist sharing his thoughts. Responding to the post, he agreed with the sentiment, stating that he too believed in his son’s talent, not just as a father, but as someone who truly admires his work.

This public display of appreciation is not new for Amitabh. Time and again, he has expressed his admiration for Abhishek’s dedication and growth as an actor. Recently, he also praised the trailer of Abhishek’s upcoming film Be Happy, where he described his son’s ability to transform into different characters as an incredible art. Calling him ‘extraordinary,’ Amitabh lauded Abhishek’s versatility and expressed his love and pride for him.

The father-son duo shares a close bond, one that Amitabh has never shied away from expressing. Whether in interviews, on social media, or through his blog, he has consistently been vocal about his love and admiration for Abhishek. When a video of Abhishek from a recent event surfaced online, Amitabh took to social media once again to applaud his son’s grace, style, and humility, highlighting how he carries himself with effortless charm, without seeking unnecessary attention.

Amitabh’s support goes beyond words. Over the years, he has stood by Abhishek through both successes and struggles, ensuring that his son never feels overshadowed by the weight of expectations. Their professional journeys have also seen intersections, with the duo sharing screen space in films like Bunty Aur Babli, Paa, and Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna. While Amitabh continues to captivate audiences as the host of Kaun Banega Crorepati 16, Abhishek is gearing up for the release of Be Happy on Amazon Prime Video on 14th of March. The film stars Nora Fatehi and Inayat Verma in lead roles, with supporting performances by Nassar, Johny Lever, and Harleen Sethi.