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The King of Pop, Michael Jackson (MJ) needs no introduction. The American singer, songwriter, dancer and record producer is widely regarded as one of the most significant cultural figures of the 20th century. He swayed everyone with his powerful voice, electrifying performance, energetic stage presence and signature dance moves, especially moonwalk. Rarely could there be a person who loves songs and dance and is not a fan of MJ. The late pop star still remains alive in the hearts of his fans. However, do you know about legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan's Michael Jackson crossover?
When Big B Tried to Replicate MJ
Amitabh Bachchan has been a style icon and fashion influencer for decades. Be it his iconic hairdo, patterned suits and shirts, bell bottoms and flared pants or his leather jackets and sunglasses, fans emulated every inch of his classic looks.
However, the legendary actor was asked to replicate MJ. He was asked by director Manmohan Desai to wear leather jackets and leather pants in the film Ganga Jamunaa Saraswati.
However, he called it a misfire.
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Reminiscing the days, a few years back Big B shared a picture of himself on social media sporting the black leather jacket and pants, with a caption reading, “...when Manmohan Desai thought that I could replicate MJ in our film Ganga Jamuna Saraswati.. What a failure I was!!”
Well, the movie was a box office disaster, but in the picture, Big B looks stunning and captivating. Probably, Amitabh Bachchan regarded the fashion choice as a 'failure' for the movie's debacle.
'Vijay Dinanath Chauhan' almost 'fainted' when 'The King of Pop' knocked at his door!
Michael Jackson's enduring popularity and massive global popularity are a testament to his talent and ability to connect with fans, without social media. Even now, social media has numerous videos that show fans 'fainting' and 'crying' out of excitement while MJ performs on the stage. His admirers held their breath and went unconscious even when he simply stood on the stage.
Well, the same scenario occurred with Amitabh Bachchan and he almost 'fainted' when MJ knocked at his door.
Recently, Big B recalled his encounter with MJ and 'almost fainting' after finding The King of Pop at his doors.
Revealing his story to Padma Shree awardees Dr Abhay and Dr Rani Bang on Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 16, Big B shared the anecdote.
On the show, Big B asked Dr Rani about her favourite singer, to which she replied that it was Michael Jackson.
After learning that, Big B recalled an interesting encounter with MJ.
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I was staying at a hotel in New York when, one day, I heard a knock at my door. When I opened it, I was stunned to see Michael Jackson standing outside. I almost fainted but managed to keep my composure. I greeted him, and he inquired if this was my room. When I confirmed it, he realized he had mistakenly come to the wrong room.”
Further, the Kalki 2898 AD actor added, "Later, when he went to his own room, he sent someone to connect with the person whose room he had accidentally entered. Eventually, we had the chance to sit down and talk. Despite his enormous fame, he was incredibly humble. That’s how we first met.”
On the same show, Big B recalled another encounter with MJ.
Big B said, "Michael Jackson had a show in America, and it was a struggle to get from New York to the venue. When we arrived at the hotel, we were told there were no rooms available. We requested them, but they said that all 350 rooms were booked for Michael Jackson and his team. After multiple efforts, we managed to get seats at the back of the stadium, and we were able to watch his performance."
Showering praises on the late pop singer, the Brahmastra actor added, "He was an extraordinary artiste; his singing and dancing were phenomenal. The energy in the arena was electrifying, with thunderous applause and a truly magical atmosphere.”
