Amitabh Bachchan recalls harsh online comments: ‘What does this old man think of himself'

Amitabh Bachchan (Pic/AFP)

Amitabh Bachchan recently opened up about his experience with social media and how online criticism changed the way he expresses himself. On Kaun Banega Crorepati, the veteran actor shared advice with a contestant struggling to deal with negativity online and revealed why he now writes less on social platforms.

Amitabh Bachchan on dealing with criticism

A contestant named Vinamra was on the hot seat of the quiz reality show Kaun Banega Crorepati and sought the veteran actor's advice on dealing with negativity on social media. He also pointed out that people of his generation often find it difficult to handle criticism.

Drawing from his experience, Amitabh Bachchan recalled how he initially viewed social media as a platform to express his thoughts freely. He further revealed that his approach changed after reading the comments posted by users.

Big B detailed his journey on social platforms, saying, "At first, I thought this was a very good platform, where I could express what was in my heart... Then, when I started reading the comments, I stopped writing only. 'What does he think of himself, this old man... Why is he talking like this?' You come across such kinds of language, and it feels very strange. So now, I have stopped writing as much."

The actor then ended the conversation on a lighter note, leaving Vinamra and the studio audience in splits. He said, "And brother, let me tell you one thing? Ever since I started writing less, my followers have continued to increase."

To note, he began writing his personal blog in 2008 and has, over the years, remained active across various digital platforms.

About Amitabh Bachchan's birthday

For the uninitiated, Amitabh Bachchan celebrated his 84th birthday on October 11. He marked the occasion by continuing his annual tradition of stepping out of his home to greet fans who had gathered to wish him on his special day. In videos surfacing online, a few young fans are seen trying to breach security to meet the actor and shake hands with him.

Meanwhile, his bodyguards are seen intervening and moving them away. Amid the chaos, he continued greeting the crowd with folded hands. He was also seen politely declining a female fan's request to shake hands with him.