He had taken on a leading role in “Bas Itna Sa Khwaab Hai,” though the film struggled to find its audience upon its theatrical release.
Additionally, he had filmed a cameo for the blockbuster “Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham…” in the same year, though the scene unfortunately didn’t make it to the film’s final cut.
He commenced a busy year with “Haan Maine Bhi Pyaar Kiya,” a romantic drama featuring Karisma Kapoor and Akshay Kumar. Additionally, he made a cameo appearance alongside his mother, Jaya Bachchan, in the Bengali film “Desh,” followed by roles in “Shararat” and “Om Jai Jagadish,” which unfortunately met with commercial underperformance.
His performance in “Main Prem Ki Diwani Hoon” earned him his first Filmfare Award nomination, despite the film’s commercial disappointment. Following this, his ventures in “Mumbai Se Aaya Mera Dost,” “Kuch Naa Kaho,” and “Zameen” faced both critical and commercial challenges.
Additionally, his portrayal in “LOC: Kargil” also received mixed reviews, marking a challenging year for Bachchan.
His initial project, “Run,” failed to resonate with audiences both commercially and critically. However, he rebounded with Mani Ratnam’s “Yuva,” a political drama that, despite underperforming at the box office, earned him his first Filmfare Award for “Best Supporting Actor.”
Bachchan made a cameo appearance in the romantic comedy “Hum Tum.”
He showcased his versatility in the crime comedy “Bunty Aur Babli,” contributing to its status as the second highest-grossing Hindi film of the year. While his subsequent films, “Dus” and “Bluffmaster!” achieved moderate success, Bachchan added charm to the romantic comedy “Salaam Namaste” with his cameo appearances.
His stellar performance in Karan Johar’s “Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna” earned him his third consecutive Filmfare Award for “Best Supporting Actor” in 2006. Following this, he mesmerized audiences with “Dhoom 2,” a blockbuster hit that set a new record as the highest-grossing Indian film at the time of its release, a title it held for two years.
He had delivered a remarkable performance in Mani Ratnam’s “Guru,” garnering critical acclaim for his portrayal. Following this, he showcased his versatility in the musical comedy “Jhoom Barabar Jhoom.”
Bachchan had made brief but memorable appearances in “Shootout.”
His role in the family dramedy “Paa,” both as an actor and producer, highlighted his versatility and commitment to meaningful storytelling. The film’s success as a “semi-hit” at the box office and its critical acclaim solidified Bachchan’s reputation as a skilled performer and producer in the industry.
On his 46th birthday, Abhishek Bachchan embarked on the journey of R. Balki’s “Ghoomer,” delivering a compelling performance that garnered praise from critics and audiences alike. Released on August 18, 2023, the film showcased Bachchan’s versatility and added another feather to his cap of acclaimed roles.