Abhishek Bachchan calls household with Aishwarya Rai, Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan ‘funny'; says, ‘Would never want to be a loner'
Speaking to Zoom about his process as an actor, Abhishek revealed that unlike many actors who prefer to isolate themselves to get into character, he works differently. He said, 'I have never felt lost or the need to get away from everything. I am a people person.' The actor admitted that while solitude is essential, he doesn't enjoy being alone for long periods. 'I have my moments when I need my solitude. It is very important and essential for an actor. But not for a longer time. I need someone to talk to,' he said.
Discussing what it's like living in a house full of actors, Abhishek Bachchan described the experience as amusing and unique. He said, 'It's funny. My household is very funny, and we are all actors. We all like to hang out together, and then suddenly everyone just goes back to their own personal spaces.'
He added, 'That comes naturally because for actors it is important to spend time with yourself and get to know yourself. Self-discovery is something that we rarely do. It's essential, but I would never want to be a loner.'
Abhishek Bachchan is currently busy promoting his upcoming film Kaalidhar Laapata, which is set to premiere on ZEE5 on July 4. He has lately been seen playing father figure roles in films like Be Happy and I Want to Talk.
Speaking about this phase in his career and his recurring portrayal of paternal characters, he told The Hollywood Reporter India, 'I don't think I am actively seeking such roles but I have noticed the common thread and I attribute it to the most beautiful woman in the world, my daughter. Artists go through phases in life and when I started with Breathe, then Ludo, Bob, Be Happy, I Wanna Talk, Kaalidhar Laapata – I understood that paternal emotion in those because I was also witnessing and experiencing that in my real life. I don't know if Aaradhya wasn't around whether I'd still be experiencing those emotions or feel them as acutely. They also happened because that relationship spoke to me because I used to experience that with her.'
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
News18
2 hours ago
- News18
Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana First Look Teaser Out; Aditya Roy Kapur Confirms He's In A Relationship
Last Updated: From Ramayana first look teaser out to Aditya Roy Kapur confirming his relationship, check updates here Makers have finally unveiled the first look from the much-anticipated cinematic rendition of the epic, headlined by Ranbir Kapoor. On July 3, they shared the first looks of Ranbir, Sai Pallavi and Yash from the upcoming project. For more updates: Ramayana First Look Teaser Out: Ranbir Kapoor's Lord Rama Clashes With Yash's Ravana Aditya Roy Kapur's dating life has always caught everyone's attention. The Metro In Dino was previously dating Ananya Panday, but had been single since their breakup last year. However, during his film's promotions, he confirmed that he is now in a relationship. Who is Aditya Roy Kapur dating? That's a catch! 18 years feels like it's worth the wait. A spiritual sequel of Life In A Metro, Metro In Dino marks an end to Anurag Basu's trifecta of hyperlinked cinema. So, when the film is over, you're left with a bittersweet emotion. Does it do justice to its predecessors, Life In A Metro and Ludo, you ask? Yes. It's filled with moments that will give you a happy hormone rush and sure, we needed it! It's a love letter to love, to the city you live in, and to life. Sure, it captures the messiness of relationships but it also presents the same to you neatly tied with a beautiful bow. Samantha Ruth Prabhu has opened up about being in a toxic relationship. Before you jump the gun, it is not about her ex-husband Naga Chaitanya, but her cell phone. Yes, you read it right. For more updates: Samantha Ruth Prabhu Opens Up On Her 'Toxic Relationship', Says 'I Was Starting To…' Days after Shefali Jariwala's sudden death, her actor-husband, Parag Tyagi, took to his Instagram handle on Thursday to remember the actress. He penned down a heartbreaking note and expressed how much he misses and loves Shefali. Parag mentioned that Shefali was much more than the 'Kaanta Laga girl'. First Published: July 03, 2025, 21:59 IST
News18
3 hours ago
- News18
Sudhanshu Pandey Slams The Traitors' Co-Player Apoorva: ‘Bad Language Kills All Goodness'
Last Updated: Sudhanshu Pandey emphasised how crucial it is to be mindful of language, especially in a show that reaches millions. Television actor Sudhanshu Pandey, who was seen as one of the Innocents in The Traitors India Season 1, recently opened up about fellow contestant and content creator Apoorva Mukhija. In an interview, he didn't hold back while addressing her dual behavior and use of abusive language on the show. In a conversation with Zoom, Sudhanshu said, 'It was how they speak about the same person on face and behind the back. This is the new generation, and they are a big lost because there is no sense of concept of culture that you belong to. Apoorva is a very good kid, she has got a kind heart but these kids don't understand ki agar aapki zubaan kharab hai toh aapki saari acchaiyaan saari doob jaati hai (If your language is bad, all your goodness gets overshadowed). Then you would not even want to know whether your heart is good or not." He emphasised how crucial it is to be mindful of language, especially in a show that reaches millions. 'Especially when you are on camera, you have about 20 crore people watching you and when you are abusing like it's their second nature. They think it is very cool to be like that because we are Gen Z," he added. Sudhanshu also weighed in on the leaked chat between Apoorva and fellow contestant Urfi Javed that has been doing the rounds. In the chat, Apoorva is seen congratulating Urfi, saying 'tune toh show jeeta hai (you have won the show)." Responding to it, he said, 'I have no idea, but in case there is some chat like this where they might be saying things that can be detrimental for their viewership, then it is wrong." The Traitors India, hosted by Karan Johar, concluded with Urfi Javed and Nikita Luther emerging as the winners. The final episode of the reality series dropped today. First Published: July 04, 2025, 01:59 IST
News18
4 hours ago
- News18
Kaalidhar Laapata Review: Abhishek Bachchan Anchors A Lost Film But Daivik Bhagela Is Scene-Stealer
Last Updated: Kaalidhar Laapata review: Abhishek Bachchan and Daivik Bhagela are trapped in a film that doesn't know how to fully utilise their talent. Kaalidhar Laapata Review: At its core, Kaalidhar Laapata is a story about abandonment, rediscovery and the redemptive power of human connection. But while the premise holds emotional promise, the execution falls frustratingly short. Directed by Madhumita, the Abhishek Bachchan film is scattered in tone and shallow in narrative depth, never quite becoming the moving tale it sets out to be. Abhishek Bachchan plays Kaalidhar, a middle-aged man battling memory loss who is heartbreakingly abandoned by his own family at the Kumbh Mela, a location infamous for people going missing. As he drifts from place to place, emotionally lost and isolated, he crosses paths with Ballu, an eight-year-old orphan surviving on the streets with remarkable cheer and resilience. Daivik Bhagela as Ballu is the film's brightest spark. His performance is instantly endearing, effortlessly natural and emotionally grounded. He embodies a kind of hope that is infectious, and he gives the film whatever heart it has. While Abhishek delivers a controlled and honest performance, his character is disappointingly underwritten. Kaalidhar's emotional evolution is barely explored. He starts lost and ends… slightly less lost, but the transformation lacks complexity or weight. The bond between KD and Ballu, though charming on the surface, doesn't build with the emotional texture it deserves. Abhishek Bachchan has his moments in the film. One particularly affecting scene shows him jolting awake from a nightmare, terrified that he will be taken away from Ballu — the raw panic on his face and the deep-seated fear of abandonment feel painfully real. In another scene, after KD falls sick from drinking alcohol, Abhishek captures the physical vulnerability and emotional helplessness with striking authenticity. Unfortunately, it's the underwhelming script that fails to support his performance, offering too little in terms of character growth or emotional layering. Worse still is the wasted casting of Mohammad Zeeshan Ayub, a talented actor reduced to a confusing and underwhelming subplot. He plays a man hired to find people who go missing at the Kumbh Mela — but his storyline goes nowhere. He's portrayed as a hapless figure caught in a thread that makes little sense and adds nothing meaningful to the film. With barely any character depth or dramatic payoff, his presence feels more like filler than substance. The film tries to juggle too much — family betrayal, property conflicts, social commentary — but never gives any one thread the attention it needs. The script is messy and disjointed, relying on sentimental tropes we've seen in countless rural or small-town stories. Despite a few visually pleasing frames and the occasional emotional moments, it lacks the narrative discipline to truly resonate. Kaalidhar Laapata is a film that means well but delivers too little. Daivik Bhagela's delightful performance and Abhishek Bachchan's restraint offer moments of charm, but they are trapped in a film that doesn't know how to fully use them. With an aimless script, underdeveloped characters, this is a film that flirts with depth but ultimately remains skin-deep. First Published:
