Film Debut and Early Career

Bachchan made his acting debut in the 2000 war drama Refugee. Despite a high-profile launch, the film received a lukewarm response, and his subsequent performances in several commercially underwhelming films did not garner widespread critical acclaim.

Breakthrough with Dhoom and Critical Recognition

His breakthrough came with the action thriller Dhoom (2004), which emerged as a major box office success and spawned a successful franchise. In the same year, he earned critical acclaim for his supporting role in Mani Ratnam’s ensemble political drama Yuva, revealing his potential as a serious actor.

Commercial Success and Acclaimed Roles

Following Dhoom, Bachchan went on to star in a string of commercially successful films, including Bunty Aur Babli (2005), Sarkar (2005), and Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006). His portrayal of business tycoon Dhirubhai Ambani-inspired character in Guru (2007), directed by Mani Ratnam, was particularly well-received, further establishing his credibility as a leading actor.

Roles in Popular Bollywood Films

Bachchan continued to appear in high-grossing films such as Dhoom 2 (2006), Dostana (2008), Paa (2009), Bol Bachchan (2012), Dhoom 3 (2013), and Happy New Year (2014). Several of these films contributed significantly to his popularity within mainstream commercial cinema.

Venture into Film Production

In addition to acting, Bachchan ventured into film production. He co-produced Paa (2009) with Sunil Manchanda. The film, which featured his father Amitabh Bachchan in a lead role as a child suffering from progeria, won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi.

Personal Life

Abhishek Bachchan is married to actress and former Miss World Aishwarya Rai. The couple, often referred to as a Bollywood power duo, married in 2007 and have one daughter. His family background—combined with his marriage to Rai—places him at the heart of Bollywood’s most prominent lineage.