Amitabh Bachchan celebrates his 83rd birthday today — Know Why He Celebrates His Birthday Twice a year

Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan turns 83 today, on 11 October 2025. Fans across India and the world are sending him warm wishes. Social media is full of messages, pictures, and throwback clips. Major news outlets carried birthday stories early this morning.

Amitabh is a name every Indian film fan knows. He has worked in movies for more than five decades. He is called Big B and Shahenshah by many. He has won many awards. He still remains active on television and on social media. His long career and discipline bring respect from peers and fans alike.

Amitabh Bachchan 2 birthday’s every year

There is one special thing about Amitabh’s birthdays. He marks two days every year. The first is his real birthday on 11 October. The second is August 2. He and his fans call August 2 his “rebirth” day. That date is linked to a famous accident he suffered in 1982.

The accident happened on the set of the film Coolie in 1982. Reports say the injury took place on 26 July 1982. Amitabh was badly hurt during a fight scene. He was rushed to the hospital. At one point, he was declared clinically dead for a short time. He underwent emergency surgery, and a long recovery followed. The nation watched and prayed for his life.

Amitabh often recalls those days as a turning point. He has called August 2 the day he “lived again”. He has thanked fans for their prayers many times. In social posts and on his blog, he wrote about the help he got from doctors and from the public. Fans mark that day as a second birthday. Many people send him wishes on August 2 each year.

Why Amitabh Bachchan Celebrates his birthday twice a year

So, why two birthdays? The short answer is gratitude. Amitabh celebrates his date of birth. He also marks the day he recovered from a near-fatal injury. The second day is a way to remember survival. For him, it is a day to be thankful. For fans, it is a date to celebrate the actor’s courage and luck.

This year, tributes began early. Co-stars, directors, and fellow artists posted photos and short notes. TV shows gave special segments about his life. Some pieces looked back at his best roles. Others focused on his life outside films. His work on Kaun Banega Crorepati and his charity acts were highlighted. The tone was warm and respectful.

Fans also shared memories from the Coolie period. Many older fans recall the time when people stood in long queues outside hospitals. They remember the nation praying for his recovery. Those memories make August 2 feel very emotional for many. The dual celebration keeps that memory alive every year.

Amitabh himself has sometimes said that birthdays are not very important. He once called birthday fuss “unnecessary”. Still, he accepts the love from people. He uses the moments to thank his audience. He often posts short, humble notes of thanks. Those messages get thousands of replies and many trending hashtags.

Media stories today also pointed to Amitabh’s larger cultural role. He is seen as more than an actor. For many, he is a national figure. His life has had great highs and hard lows. He turned setbacks into comebacks. That journey makes his birthdays more than personal dates. They read like chapters in a public life.

On this 83rd birthday, fans will celebrate in many small ways. Some will watch his classic films. Some will post clips and old interviews. Many will wish him good health and peace. The August 2 memory will remain part of all greeting cards and posts. For Amitabh Bachchan, two special days every year mean two chances to say thank you.