Veteran superstar Amitabh Bachchan has once again opened up about the intense grind of his early career, recalling a phase when he worked on 10 to 15 films at the same time, driven by constant uncertainty about future opportunities.
In a recent reflection shared via his blog, the legendary actor revealed that during those years, he often had to shoot for multiple films in a single day switching between different roles, sets, and characters with little preparation time compared to today’s filmmaking standards. He noted that the concept of “preparation” or detailed character workshops simply did not exist in that era.
Bachchan also admitted that a persistent fear stayed with him throughout that phase the worry of whether he would get work tomorrow. This uncertainty, he said, pushed him to accept multiple projects simultaneously and keep working continuously without pause.
The actor further contrasted the past with the present industry environment, praising today’s generation of actors for their structured preparation, deeper character study, and long-term commitment to roles—something that was rarely possible during his peak working years.
Despite the grueling schedule, this phase went on to define some of the most iconic years of Indian cinema, establishing Bachchan as one of the most prolific and influential actors in film history.
The revelation offers a glimpse into the working reality of Bollywood’s earlier decades, where speed, volume, and survival often took precedence over preparation and process.
