Abhishek Bachchan Opens Up About Getting Schooled by Amitabh Bachchan on 'Sarkar' Set

Abhishek Bachchan recently shared a memorable behind-the-scenes moment from his first major scene alongside his father, Amitabh Bachchan, during the shoot of the 2005 political crime thriller Sarkar. Speaking with The Hollywood Reporter India, Abhishek revealed how nerves got the better of him on set, leading to a fumbling performance that earned him a firm fatherly lecture.

Recalling the day, Abhishek said he was “panicking, drenched in sweat” when Amitabh called out to him, and he struggled to even deliver a simple line. After the shoot wrapped, expecting his father to leave first, Abhishek was surprised when Amitabh came over to take him home. The car ride was tense and silent until Amitabh finally confronted him with a serious question about the effort behind his education and the importance of delivering dialogues properly.

Abhishek admitted, “He just destroyed me,” describing the intense moment as one that left a lasting impact.

Directed by Ram Gopal Varma, Sarkar is often seen as an unofficial adaptation of The Godfather and starred Amitabh in the lead with Abhishek and a strong supporting cast. The film’s success led to two sequels, Sarkar Raj and Sarkar 3, earning critical acclaim in India and abroad.

This candid revelation highlights the pressure and high standards within the Bachchan family, as well as the lessons that helped shape Abhishek’s career.

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