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Big B Felt ‘Nausikhiya’ Before Farhan Akhtar on ‘Lakshya’ Set; KBC Reveals Javed Akhtar’s Hidden Popularity

Pooja Mishra | 3 min read | 4 weeks ago | Oct 07, 2025 06:36 pm IST
Big B Felt 'Nausikhiya' Before Farhan Akhtar on 'Lakshya' Set; KBC Reveals Javed Akhtar's Hidden Popularity

Can you even imagine Amitabh Bachchan feeling like a total beginner on a film set? Yeah, right? But honestly, that’s exactly what happened! He just dropped this incredible confession on ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 17,’ and you won’t believe who made him feel that way. It was a moment that had veteran writer Javed Akhtar in splits, and trust us, you’ll want to hear all about it.

Here’s the thing: Big B wasn’t talking about some new, inexperienced director. No, he was actually recalling the 2004 film ‘Lakshya’, and the person who made him feel like a ‘nausikhiya’ was none other than its director, Farhan Akhtar!

During a special KBC episode, which is part of the celebrations leading up to Bachchan’s 83rd birthday on October 11, the megastar shared a surprising anecdote. He revealed that Farhan approached him late one night during the ‘Lakshya’ shoot. Farhan asked if he was facing any problems, and that simple question made Bachchan feel like a “nausikhiya” in front of Farhan’s “master-like” guidance. Imagine that! Amitabh Bachchan, feeling like a novice!

And speaking of Farhan, he definitely didn’t hold back. In a lighter segment of the show, he posed a hilarious question to Big B: who, between his father Javed Akhtar and Amitabh Bachchan, was more popular with women? Without missing a beat, Bachchan pointed right at Javed Akhtar!

But wait, there’s more! Javed Akhtar, always quick with a witty remark, playfully interrupted Bachchan. He stopped him from revealing too much about his legendary popularity among girls, adding even more fun to the light-hearted banter. It was a pure laugh riot, you know?

Look, Javed Akhtar’s journey itself is incredible. He arrived in Mumbai on October 4, 1964, with just 27 naya paisa. He endured homelessness and starvation before building his illustrious career. So, seeing him in such a joyful, relaxed setting on KBC? It’s truly something else.

And remember ‘Lakshya’? That 2004 film, despite its initial lukewarm box office performance, has since garnered cult status. So, Farhan’s vision, even back then, was obviously spot on!

This special KBC episode, featuring Farhan and Javed Akhtar, really pulls back the curtain on some amazing moments and relationships in Bollywood. It’s not just about questions and answers; it’s about shared history and genuine affection. So, what do you think about Bachchan’s candid admission? Could you ever imagine him feeling like a novice?