Bachchan
Bachchan

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Bachchan

2014
Movie
141 min
Bengali

A huge fan of Amitabh Bachhan falls in love with a Colonel's daughter and tries to woo her. Later, he finds a mobile phone with a obscene video which belongs to a ruthless gangster and starts blackmailing him.

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IMDb6.8/10
Director: ShankarGenres: Action, Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A young man named Bharath tries to impress a gangster's daughter, but gets caught in a web of deceit and mistaken identity. He is forced to play the role of a feared underworld don, leading to a series of comical and dangerous situations as he navigates the criminal underworld.

Critical Reception

Bachchan received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its energetic action sequences and Sudeep's performance, others found the plot to be predictable and the humor to be hit-or-miss. The film was a commercial success, particularly in its native Karnataka.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Sudeep's versatile performance and entertaining action.

  • Criticized for a somewhat convoluted plot and over-reliance on commercial tropes.

  • Found to be a decent entertainer, especially for fans of mass-masala films.

Google audience: Audience reception was generally positive, with viewers enjoying the action, Sudeep's charisma, and the film's entertainment value. Some found the storyline to be a bit weak but still considered it a worthwhile watch.

Fun Fact

The film was reportedly inspired by the 1980 Telugu film 'Simhasanam'.

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