Amitabh Bachchan made his film debut in 1969 as one of seven leads in the film, Saat Hindustani. The movie was not a financial success, but there was little doubt of the promise he held when the performance won him his first National Film Award. [1] The critically acclaimed Anand (1970) followed, where he starred alongside the reigning superstar of the industry, Rajesh Khanna. Bachchan held his own, and won a Filmfare Best Supporting Actor Award for his intense performance.
Amitabh Bachchan in Zanjeer (1973)Anand was followed by unsuccessful films such as Reshma Aur Shera (1971) and Parwaana (1971). Then came 1973, and the start of the road towards the iconic status he would eventually come to hold for millions worldwide.
Bachchan's first box office success came when director Prakash Mehra cast him as the protagonist in his film, Zanjeer. The movie was a sharp contrast to the romantic-themed ones that had generally preceded it, and established Amitabh in a new persona - the "Angry young man" of Bollywood. The next decade catapulted him to the pinnacle of Bollywood superstardom. He churned out at least one major hit every year, including Deewaar (1975), Sholay (1975) , Trishul (1978), Muqaddar Ka Sikander (1978), Don (1978), Kasme Vaade (1978), Kaala Patthar (1979) and Lawaaris (1981). These films cemented his image as the "angry young man".
As his success grew, Amitabh displayed a flair for more than just action roles. His remarkable comic timing was on display in such hits as Chupke Chupke (1975), Amar Akbar Anthony (1977) Do Aur Do Paanch (1980), and Namak Halaal (1982). He was also successful as a romantic lead, with particularly notable performances in Kabhie Kabhie (1976) and Silsila (1981). The latter was notorious for its tinges of real-life, starring as he did alongside his then-wife Jaya Bachchan, and rumored flame Rekha.
While filming Coolie in 1982, Bachchan was seriously injured during the filming of a fight scene with co-star Puneet Issar.[2]. He was in the hospital with a ruptured intestine for months, and at times was close to death. A remarkable outpouring of support and concern by his fans and the nation in general followed. After recovering, Bachchan resumed shooting for Coolie, and it finally released as a huge success owing to its pre-release publicity.[3]
The director, Manmohan Desai altered the ending for Coolie after Bachchan's accident. Bachchan's character was originally intended to have been killed off but after the change of script, the character lived in the end. It would have been inappropriate, said Desai, for the man who had just fended off death in real life to be killed on screen as well. Also, remarkably, in the released film the footage of the fight scene is frozen at the critical moment, and a caption appears onscreen marking this as the instant of the actor's injury and the ensuing publicity of the accident.[4]
Amitabh Bachchan reigned supreme from the 70s through to the mid-1980s, and was by far the dominant figure in Bollywood. Starting in 1988, however, his star began to wane. The 1991 hit Hum looked like it might reverse this trend, but the momentum was short-lived. Notably, despite the lack of hits, it was during this period that Bachchan won his second National Film Award, for his memorable performance as a Mafia don in Mukul S. Anand's 1990 film Agneepath. These years would be the last he would be seen on screen for some time. After the release of Khuda Gawah in 1992, Bachchan went into semi-retirement for five years.
In 1997, the still-loved actor attempted to make his comeback. The chosen vehicle was Mrityudaata, produced by his own company, Amitabh Bachchan Corporation, Ltd. (A.B.C.L.), which he had founded during his temporary retirement. It attempted to reprise his earlier success as an action hero, but, along with most of his other ventures during this period, was a failure both critically and financially. He did later score a box office hit with Bade Miyan Chote Miyan (1998) and received positive reviews for Sooryavansham (1999). Most, however, now believed that Amitabh Bachchan's glory days were over.
Amitabh Bachchan's return as a superstar on KBCIn the year 2000, Bachchan stepped up to host India's adaptation of the British television game-show, Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? entitled, Kaun Banega Crorepati. As it did in most other countries by which it was adopted, the program found immediate and profound success, in no small part due to Bachchan's charisma. Roads would empty at the time the show aired, and audiences were sharply reminded of the actor's stature by the reverence accorded him by participants and ecstatic "phone-a-friend" recipients alike. The film industry took notice, and his return to the big screen seemed inevitable.
That same year, Bachchan appeared in Yash Chopra's box-office hit, Mohabbatein, in which he played a stern, older figure, rival to the character of India's new hearthrob, Shah Rukh Khan. Audiences appreciated this new, more age-befitting style. Other hits followed, with Bachchan appearing as an older patriarch in Ek Rishta (2001), Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001) and Baghban (2003). As an actor, he continued to exploit his range, receiving critical acclaim for his performances in Aks (2001), Khakee (2004), Dev (2004) and especially Black (2005). Taking advantage of this resurgence, Amitabh started endorsing a variety of products and services, appearing in many television and billboard advertisements.
Recently he starred with his son Abhishek in the hit films Bunty Aur Babli (2005), the Godfather tribute Sarkar (2005), and Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna (2006). Amitabh continues to be one of the most highly-paid actors in the industry, and is considered, along with Rajnikanth, one of the two biggest megastars the Indian film industry has produced.
Paap Mere Vaaste Hai
Amitabh Bachchan Lyrics
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है वही छाती कि जो अपनी तहों में
राज़ कोई हो छिपाए
जो कि अपनी टीस अपने आप झेले
मत किसीको भी सुनाए
दर्द जो मेरे लिए था
दर्द जो मेरे लिए था गर्व उसपर
आज मुझको हो रहा है
वो अगस्ती रात मस्ती की, गगन में
चाँद निकला था अधूरा
वो अगस्ती रात मस्ती की, गगन में
चाँद निकला था अधूरा
किंतु मेरी गोद काले बादलों के
बीच में था चाँद पूरा
देह-वह थी भी अलग कब-नेह दोनों
एक मिलकर हो गए थे
वेदनामय है मुझे तो उस घड़ी को याद रखना या भुलाना
पाप मेरे वास्ते है नाम लेकर आज भी तुमको बुलाना
फिर हमारे बीच घडिया और फिर दिन फिर महीने साल आए
बिस दुनियाबी बखेड़े सौ तरह के जाल और जंजाल आए
मार होती है बड़ी सबसे समय की ख्याल पर
मार होती है बड़ी सबसे समय की ख्याल पर
अब देखता हूँ तुम ना वो अब मैं ना वो अब
वो ना मौसम वो तबियत वो ज़माना
पाप मेरे वास्ते है नाम लेकर आज भी तुमको बुलाना
उन रूपेली यादगारो के लिए पर मैं नहीं आँसू गिराता
उन रूपेली यादगारो के लिए पर मैं नहीं आँसू गिराता
मैं उसी क्षण के लिए रोता के जिस में मैं नहीं पूरा समाता
मैं उसी क्षण के लिए रोता के जिस में मैं नहीं पूरा समाता
और मैं जिस में समाता पूर्ण वो बन गीत नभ में गूँजता है
तुम इसे पढ़ना कभी तो भूल कर मत आँख से मोती ढुलाना
पाप मेरे वास्ते है नाम लेकर आज भी तुमको बुलाना
The lyrics of the song "Paap Mere Vaaste Hai" by Amitabh Bachchan are deeply introspective and reflective. The song revolves around the concept of sin and guilt, as the singer acknowledges the burden of his past misdeeds. He addresses someone who has been calling him by his name, reminding him of his sins. The lyrics suggest that the guilt and pain he feels are a result of his own actions, and he cannot escape the consequences.
The song also portrays a contrast between moments of joy and incompleteness. It mentions a night of ecstasy and a partial moon in the sky, symbolizing incomplete happiness. The singer expresses his longing for that moment, as it brought together two separate souls. He urges the listener to remember or forget that painful moment, depicting a struggle between embracing the past and moving on.
As the song progresses, it explores the passage of time and the complexities of life. It mentions the conflicts and chaos that arise between individuals and in the world, emphasizing the transient nature of these challenges. The lyrics describe how the singer's perspective has changed, as he no longer entertains thoughts about time, weather, or circumstances. He calls upon the listener to remember him, not for his nostalgic moments, but for the sins he has committed.
Overall, "Paap Mere Vaaste Hai" delves into themes of guilt, remorse, and the inevitable consequences of one's actions. It serves as a poignant reminder of the burden one carries as a result of past mistakes.
Line by Line Meaning
पाप मेरे वास्ते है नाम लेकर आज भी तुमको बुलाना
My sins are still calling you by name
है वही छाती कि जो अपनी तहों में
It is the chest that hides its secrets
राज़ कोई हो छिपाए
A secret that someone may hide
जो कि अपनी टीस अपने आप झेले
That endures its own torment
मत किसीको भी सुनाए
Do not tell anyone
दर्द जो मेरे लिए था
The pain that was meant for me
दर्द जो मेरे लिए था गर्व उसपर
The pain that I am proud of
आज मुझको हो रहा है
Today, I am experiencing
वो अगस्ती रात मस्ती की, गगन में
That August night of delight, in the sky
चाँद निकला था अधूरा
The moon was incomplete
किंतु मेरी गोद काले बादलों के
But in my lap, amidst dark clouds
बीच में था चाँद पूरा
The moon was complete
देह-वह थी भी अलग कब-नेह दोनों
Our bodies were different, so were our feelings
एक मिलकर हो गए थे
But we came together
वेदनामय है मुझे तो उस घड़ी को याद रखना या भुलाना
That moment is painful for me, whether to remember or forget
फिर हमारे बीच घडिया और फिर दिन फिर महीने साल आए
Then there were moments between us, and then days, months, and years passed
बिस दुनियाबी बखेड़े सौ तरह के जाल और जंजाल आए
Countless worldly conflicts and various traps and deceptions came
मार होती है बड़ी सबसे समय की ख्याल पर
Death comes with the thought of time
अब देखता हूँ तुम ना वो अब मैं ना वो अब
Now I see neither you nor that moment
वो ना मौसम वो तबियत वो ज़माना
Not that weather, not that state of mind, not that time
उन रूपेली यादगारो के लिए पर मैं नहीं आँसू गिराता
Not shedding tears for those worthwhile memories
मैं उसी क्षण के लिए रोता के जिस में मैं नहीं पूरा समाता
I cry only for that moment in which I am not complete
और मैं जिस में समाता पूर्ण वो बन गीत नभ में गूँजता है
And that moment in which I become complete, it becomes a song resonating in the sky
तुम इसे पढ़ना कभी तो भूल कर मत आँख से मोती ढुलाना
You should read it sometimes, but do not let pearls fall from your eyes
पाप मेरे वास्ते है नाम लेकर आज भी तुमको बुलाना
My sins are still calling you by name
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: HARIVANSH RAI BACHCHAN, MURLI MAHOHAR SWARUP
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