New Delhi: Amitabh Bachchan, one of Indian cinema’s most celebrated actors, has built an extraordinary legacy through performances spanning action, drama, romance, comedy and thrillers.
From his unforgettable portrayal of the Angry Young Man in the 1970s to his powerful roles in contemporary films, the veteran star has continued to connect with audiences across generations.
As the megastar turned 84 on October 11, his birthday offers a fitting opportunity to revisit some of his most memorable performances or discover films that may have been missed. His filmography, including larger-than-life action, emotionally layered family dramas, and gripping mysteries, offers plenty of choices for a movie marathon at home. Here are some Amitabh Bachchan films to add to your OTT watchlist, along with their streaming platforms.
Amitabh Bachchan’s modern releases
1. Kalki 2898 AD (2024)
Set in a dystopian future, the immortal Ashwatthama (Amitabh Bachchan) must protect a pregnant woman destined to give birth to Kalki, the world’s ultimate saviour.
Where to watch: Netflix for the Hindi version; Amazon Prime Video for the dubbed Telugu, Tamil, Kannada and Malayalam versions, as listed in the supplied information.
2. Vettaiyan (2024)
In Vettaiyan, Amitabh Bachchan portrays Justice Sathyadev, a retired judge and human rights champion who challenges the practice of extrajudicial police killings, commonly known as encounters.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video. The film is listed as available in Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada.
3. Uunchai (2022)
Directed by Sooraj Barjatya, Uunchai is a Hindi adventure-drama centred on friendship and life’s later chapters. Amitabh Bachchan portrays Amit Shrivastav, a retired writer who leads a peaceful life in Delhi.
Where to watch: ZEE5.
4. Goodbye (2022)
This Hindi family comedy-drama narrates the story of the Bhalla family dealing with the sudden death of matriarch Gayatri, played by Neena Gupta.
Where to watch: Netflix.
5. Jhund (2022)
The 2022 sports drama Jhund, directed by Nagraj Manjule, draws inspiration from the work of Vijay Barse, founder of the Slum Soccer NGO. Amitabh Bachchan plays Vijay Borade, a character based on Barse.
Where to watch: ZEE5.
Acclaimed films from the 2000s and 2010s
6. Badla (2019)
Directed by Sujoy Ghosh, Badla is a mystery thriller featuring Amitabh Bachchan and Taapsee Pannu. The film is an official Indian adaptation of the Spanish thriller The Invisible Guest, originally titled Contratiempo.
Where to watch: Netflix.
7. Pink (2016)
Pink, directed by Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury, is a Hindi courtroom drama featuring Taapsee Pannu, Kirti Kulhari and Andrea Tariang alongside Amitabh Bachchan, who plays Deepak Sehgal, a retired lawyer living with bipolar disorder.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video / Disney+ Hotstar, as listed in the supplied information.
8. Piku (2015)
Directed by Shoojit Sircar, Piku is a comedy-drama about the everyday clashes and deep affection between Piku Banerjee (Deepika Padukone), an independent architect in New Delhi, and her ageing father, Bhaskor Banerjee (Amitabh Bachchan). His constant health worries and fixation on digestive problems often lead to amusing situations.
Where to watch: SonyLIV / Amazon Prime Video, as listed in the supplied information.
9. Black (2005)
Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Black is an emotional drama inspired by Helen Keller’s life. Amitabh Bachchan portrays Debraj Sahai, a troubled teacher who helps Michelle McNally, a girl who is both deaf and blind, navigate the world. Ayesha Kapur plays Michelle in childhood, while Rani Mukerji portrays her as an adult.
Where to watch: Netflix.
10. Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001)
In Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Amitabh Bachchan portrays Yashvardhan “Yash” Raichand, a wealthy businessman whose strict adherence to family honour and traditional values shapes his relationship with his loved ones.
Where to watch: Netflix / Amazon Prime Video, as listed in the supplied information.
Amitabh Bachchan’s timeless classics from the 1970s and 1980s
11. Sholay (1975)
Sholay is an action-adventure classic featuring Amitabh Bachchan as Jai, a sharp-minded but reserved criminal whose close friendship with Veeru (Dharmendra) lies at the heart of the story.
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video, as listed in the supplied information.
12. Deewaar (1975)
In Deewaar, Amitabh Bachchan plays Vijay, a dockworker who rises through the criminal underworld but finds his choices driving a wedge between him, his mother and his younger brother, a police officer.
13. Silsila (1981)
Silsila, directed by Yash Chopra, explores the conflict between romantic desire and social obligations through Amit (Amitabh Bachchan), a writer and poet caught in a complicated love story with Chandni (Rekha).