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Amitabh Bachchan greets fans outside Mumbai home on Diwali
Bollywood veteran Amitabh Bachchan maintained his annual tradition on Diwali by stepping out of his Mumbai residence to meet admirers and extend festival greetings. The actor appeared at his Juhu bungalow 'Jalsa' without security barriers, drawing large crowds of well-wishers.
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In keeping with his long-standing custom, megastar Amitabh Bachchan did not disappoint fans on Diwali, the festival of lights, by making a public appearance outside his residence. The 82-year-old actor stepped out of 'Jalsa,' his iconic bungalow in Mumbai's Juhu neighbourhood, to personally greet admirers and exchange Diwali wishes with them.
The appearance drew significant crowds of enthusiastic fans who gathered outside the residence to catch a glimpse of the Bollywood icon. Bachchan, known for his consistent Sunday appearances at his home gate to meet the public, extended the gesture to the festive occasion, maintaining the tradition that has endeared him to generations of cinema-goers.
The unbarriered interaction underscored the actor's accessible approach to his admirers, a practice he has sustained over decades. As one of Hindi cinema's most revered figures, Bachchan's Diwali appearance at 'Jalsa' has become an anticipated annual event for his devoted fan base across Mumbai and beyond.
The actor's continued engagement with fans during major festivals reflects his enduring connection with audiences that has defined his career spanning over five decades in Indian cinema.