Amitabh Bachchan calls Abhishek Bachchan “Truest inheritor” after he wins award for I Want To Talk: “Recognition is acknowledged”

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Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan is overflowing with pride as his son, Abhishek Bachchan, clinched the Best Actor (Jury) award at the News18 Showsha Reel Awards 2025 for his stellar performance in the 2024 film I Want to Talk. The emotional moment, marked by Abhishek’s acceptance speech, has been celebrated by Amitabh, who shared a heartfelt video and tribute on social media, calling Abhishek his “truest inheritor.”

A Father’s Pride on Instagram

Taking to Instagram, Amitabh posted a video capturing Abhishek receiving the prestigious award and expressing gratitude to the jury and supporters. Accompanying the clip, Big B penned a touching note, quoting his father, the legendary poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan: “मेरे बेटे, बेटे होने से मेरे उत्तराधिकारी नहीं होंगे ..जो मेरे उत्तराधिकारी होंगे वो मेरे बेटे होंगे .. ~ Harivansh Rai Bachchan. And you Abhishek are my truest inheritor ..love you my sons, just because they are my sons, will not be my inheritors ..they that are my inheritors, shall be my sons !!!”

T 5324 - "मेरे बेटे, बेटे होने से मेरे उत्तराधिकारी नहीं होंगे .. जो मेरे उत्तराधिकारी होंगे वो मेरे बेटे होंगे .." ~ Harivansh Rai Bachchan And you Abhishek are my truest inheritor ..love you ❤️ ???? ????

my sons, just because they are my sons, will not be my inheritors ..… pic.twitter.com/P63XYEabXm

— Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) March 21, 2025

Reflections in Amitabh’s Blog

In a parallel expression of joy, Amitabh shared his emotions on his blog, writing, “My blessings and love abound… शुभकामनाएँ बहुत ही छोटा शब्द लगता है, अभिषेक को जो मान्यता मिली है!” (Blessings seem like such a small word for the recognition Abhishek has received!) He continued, “I am proud, and I always pray that he continues to receive recognition in every way! For this award, the love and blessings of Mother and Father, and good wishes from all of us at IF!”

Amitabh further elaborated, “Talent and hard work never fail… Recognition is acknowledged, but the best reward is the recognition of your own work and talent… In Abhishek’s work, it is always seen that spirit of forgetting himself, but living in the character he portrays… May this be just the beginning of many more to come.” His words reflect not only paternal pride but also a deep appreciation for Abhishek’s dedication and versatility as an actor. Abhishek’s Triumph with I Want to Talk Abhishek’s win for I Want to Talk, directed by Shoojit Sircar, marks a significant milestone in his career. The film, released in 2024, received widespread acclaim for Abhishek’s nuanced portrayal of a man grappling with personal and emotional challenges. During his acceptance speech at the News18 Showsha Reel Awards 2025, held in Mumbai, Abhishek thanked the esteemed jury, attributing the honor to Sircar’s direction and the support of his co-stars.

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