Sholay (1975): Often cited as the greatest Bollywood film, Amitabh played the role of Jai, creating a memorable partnership with Dharmendra’s Veeru. This film is a mix of action, drama, comedy, and tragedy.
Deewar (1975): Portraying the character of Vijay, a brooding, angry young man, this film is known for its iconic dialogue and Amitabh’s riveting performance.
Zanjeer (1973): This film marked the beginning of Amitabh’s journey as the “angry young man” of Bollywood. He played the role of a cop named Vijay.
Amar Akbar Anthony (1977): A comedic masala film where Amitabh plays the role of Anthony Gonsalves, this film showcased his comedic timing and singing talent.
Agneepath (1990): Amitabh’s portrayal of Vijay Dinanath Chauhan won him a National Film Award for Best Actor. The film is intense and dramatic with a memorable performance by Amitabh.
Black (2005): Demonstrating his tremendous acting range, Amitabh portrayed the character of Debraj Sahai, a teacher to a blind and deaf girl. His performance was critically acclaimed.
Piku (2015): In a more recent role, Amitabh played the character of an aging father with digestive problems, bringing warmth and humor to the screen.
Baghban (2003): Amitabh delivered a heartfelt performance as Raj Malhotra, portraying the struggles of aging parents in modern society.