Megastar Amitabh Bachchan and legendary singer-actor Kishore Kumar worked together during the golden era of cinema and crossed paths on numerous occasions. Opening up about those bygone days, Amitabh Bachchan recently shared several cherished memories associated with the iconic artist. Among these recollections is an amusing phone call incident when Kishore Kumar mistook Amitabh's voice for his own son's, alongside a heartwarming visit to the singer's home where he was received with immense warmth.
During an upcoming episode of the popular quiz show Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 18, Amitabh Bachchan will be seen paying tribute to Kishore Kumar. Reflecting on their interactions, he noted that Kishore Kumar was a remarkably generous-hearted person. Having met him multiple times, Bachchan recalled that the singer always met him with great affection and mentioned that he even got the opportunity to sit alongside Kishore Kumar inside a recording studio during music sessions.
A Glimpse into Kishore Kumar's Video Cassette Collection
Recalling a personal invitation, Amitabh Bachchan shared that Kishore Kumar had once called him over to his residence. During that era, video cassettes were gaining popularity, and Kishore Kumar had a massive passion for collecting them. The singer proudly walked Bachchan through his expansive collection of films and videos from across the globe, brimming with excitement and showing off his prized possessions with immense pride.
Bachchan also narrated a humorous phone call interaction with the legendary singer. He described how one day, upon calling and introducing himself by saying 'Amit is speaking', Kishore Kumar immediately assumed that the call was from his own son and fellow singer Amit Kumar. This brief confusion added a delightful touch to their interactions over the years.
Contestant from Khandwa Shares Local Lore
Virendra Jaiswal, a contestant hailing directly from Kishore Kumar's birthplace Khandwa, appeared on the show and elaborated on the deep bond shared between the city and the legendary artist. He expressed that Kishore Kumar's melodies are so deeply embedded in the hearts of Khandwa residents that merely mentioning his name prompts people to start humming his tunes.
Virendra pointed out that Kishore Kumar touched diverse aspects of entertainment including singing, acting, writing, and various other creative fields, leaving an indelible mark across the board. Even today, Khandwa celebrates the singer's birthday on August 4 in a grand and unique manner, with locals gathering across different neighborhoods to sing his classic numbers.
Sharing an emotional detail about his hometown, the contestant revealed that whenever a child is born in a household in Khandwa, the name 'Kishore' is among the very first things whispered into the newborn's ears. This unique local custom demonstrates the profound emotional connection the people of Khandwa share with the legendary performer.
