Birthday Special: Amitabh Bachchan’s 5 Iconic Movies to stream on ZEE5 Global

His birthday not only celebrates his age but also his timeless contribution to Indian cinema.

Posted by: Mohnish Singh

As Bollywood’s beloved ‘Big B’ Amitabh Bachchan turns one year older today, it’s time to bask in the glow of the films that made him an iconic figure in Bollywood. His birthday not only celebrates his age but also his timeless contribution to Indian cinema. His films serve as a fitting tribute to his versatility and enduring appeal as an actor. Here you can watch Amitabh’s 5 films exclusively on his ZEE5 Global to honor his Bachchan’s special day and enjoy the magic of his performance.

Unchai

Three retired friends set off on a trek to Everest’s base camp to fulfill a dying friend’s last wish. What begins as an adventure quickly turns into an emotionally enlightening personal journey. Big B delivers a heartfelt and emotionally resonant performance in this moving story that explores the depth of human connection and the transformative power of friendship and love.

Jundo

Vijay Borade, a former sports teacher, started Slum Soccer, an NGO that aims to rehabilitate children from slums to become football players. This movie is based on the real life of Vijay Barsu. Amitabh Bachchan’s portrayal of Vijay Bolade is moving and authentic, capturing the essence of a dedicated teacher who transforms the lives of the downtrodden by sharing a common passion.

coolie

Iqbal is separated from his mother and younger brother and grows up to be a coolie. While fighting for the rights of the coolies, he meets the man responsible for his family’s suffering. Despite facing personal tragedy during production, Amitabh Bachchan’s performance in Coolie remains iconic, a powerful and action-packed depiction of the fight for justice.

Don

DonA gang member was killed during a police chase. Don’s look-alike, Vijay, infiltrates his gang on DSP D’Silva’s orders to gather information, but a turn of events puts him in a bind. The film is full of suspense, action sequences, and complex developments that explore themes of misidentification, crime, and redemption. The success of Don led to sequels and remakes in later years. Amitabh Bachchan’s performance, switching effortlessly between the gentle gangster and the innocent-looking Vijay, adds depth and intrigue to the film’s suspenseful story.

Deewar

Deewar is a 1975 Hindi action drama film starring Amitabh Bachchan, Shashi Kapoor, and Nirupa Roy. The film was a huge hit and won seven film festival awards. Deewaar is the story of a mother and her two sons who make different choices in life. The eldest son Vijay joins the underworld and his younger brother Ravi becomes a police officer. As fate would have it, the brothers end up at odds with each other. Will Ravi and his mother be able to help Vijay mend his ways? Big B’s performance in this film remains outstanding, cementing his status as the ‘Angry Young Man’ of Indian cinema, and his portrayal of the conflicted character is strong and memorable.