A deeply moving scene unfolded on the studio floor of the popular quiz show Kaun Banega Crorepati as preparations got underway to commemorate host Amitabh Bachchan's upcoming birthday. During a special tribute segment arranged in honor of the milestone, the veteran actor found himself fighting back tears when an archival audio recording echoed across the auditorium. The voice belonged to his late mother, Teji Bachchan, singing verse penned by her husband, Harivansh Rai Bachchan.
A Rare Archival Recording of Family Poetry
The sentimental sequence unfolded around a playback of the literary piece titled 'Raat Aadhi Ho Gayi Hai', written by the renowned poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan and sung in Teji Bachchan's own melodic voice. Accompanying the classic audio, production screens illuminated the studio background with nostalgic photographs of Amitabh Bachchan during his childhood alongside his mother. The juxtaposition of his mother's vocals and vintage family imagery visibly touched the veteran superstar.
Overcome with Emotion on the Quiz Stage
Upon instantly recognizing his mother's familiar cadence, Amitabh Bachchan's eyes welled up with tears as he struggled to contain his composure. Addressing the studio audience with a choked voice, he acknowledged that it was indeed his mother singing verses written by his father. Adding to the poignant occasion, a young child artist and dancer stepped forward to honor him, remarking that Amitabh Bachchan extends far beyond a superstar, host, or father, describing him as a shared emotion uniting the entire nation.
Approaching 84 While Staying Relentlessly Active
Throughout his career, Amitabh Bachchan has frequently reflected on the profound guidance and formative influence his mother had on his personal and professional values. Teji Bachchan passed away in the year 2007. The cinema legend turns 84 years of age on October 11, yet shows no signs of slowing his professional commitments. Alongside his rigorous hosting duties on television, he continues to tackle demanding feature film assignments, most recently appearing alongside Prabhas in the grand spectacle Kalki 2898 AD.
