Today when the “Angry young man” turns 70, here are some intriguing "B-Gyaans" for his fans:

The Name

1. “Brilliance unlimited”, that’s the meaning of Amitabh and just like the name his unlimited brilliance has been a boon to India. His father Harivansh Rai Bachchan wanted to name him “Inquilab” meaning revolution but later changed it.

Rare quality

2. Amitabh Bachchan can write equally well with both his hands. In scientific terms he’s ambidextrous.

The Oomph factor

3. The “Guide” actor Waheeda Rehman is Big B’s favorite all-time heroine.

Early days

4. Amitabh Bachchan wanted to be an engineer and considered joining the Indian Air Force at one point of time.

5. Everyone would be mesmerized just to hear the Shahenshah speak. But there was a time when he was rejected as a news announcer in All India Radio.

Fame

6. In foreign countries, he is best known by his on-screen name Vijay, which is his favorite name too.

7. His movie “Khuda Gawah” is most seen Bollywood movie in Afghanistan as it was shot there. While shooting, the Afghanistan president offered him half of the country’s air force for his security.

8. He has done double roles in 10 films and a triple role in the movie "Mahaan" alongside his favorite co-star Waheeda Rehman.

Superhero?

9. Yes, Mr.Bachchan was made the face of comic character “Supremo”. Though he was a superhero who did not have any super power, he could combine his strength to defeat his enemies and intelligence to escape traps laid for him. He also had sidekicks, who were two boys named, Vijay and Anthony, after his on-screen roles. He had a pet falcon named "Shaheen" just like in his movie "Coolie", who acts as his scout and a dolphin named "Sonali" who helps him in his adventures.