Why did Big B stop this actor from touching his feet? During the filming of the upcoming courtroom drama Section 84, Abhishek Banerjee found himself in a bit of an awkward—yet heart-warming—spot with the legendary Amitabh Bachchan. Like most of us would, Abhishek was totally starstruck and tried to show his respect by touching the superstar’s feet. However, Bachchan quickly shut it down. It wasn’t out of anger, but rather a deeply held belief: on a film set, everyone is a professional peer. He told Abhishek that he doesn’t want anyone to feel “below” him and prefers to see every co-star as an equal collaborator rather than a devotee.
What’s it really like working with a legend? Abhishek described the experience as a mix of pure awe and a massive lesson in humility. Even after decades in the industry, Amitabh Bachchan stays on set, avoids retreating to his vanity van between shots, and focuses entirely on the craft. By refusing the traditional gesture of feet-touching, he creates a space where younger actors feel comfortable enough to actually perform instead of just being intimidated. It’s a rare look at how a “Megastar” keeps things grounded, proving that for Big B, respect is earned through shared hard work, not formal rituals.
