Bachchan Shares How Critics Called Him ‘Too Tall’ in the 1970s

During a candid conversation on KBC's Commonwealth Games special, Amitabh Bachchan revealed that industry insiders once mocked his stature, saying he would never fit the screen. The megastar said, "People shouted that I didn't know a thing about acting‑acting and that I should go back home because I was too tall." Despite these remarks, Bachchan persisted, eventually securing a role that launched his legendary run. He also narrated an incident where he arrived on a director’s set after a delay, only to be dismissed on the spot, highlighting how even small missteps could jeopardize opportunities.