Amitabh Bachchan is often referred to as a Bollywood Legend. He has given the world over 200 movies. Amitabh Bachchan is the son of a well-known poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan. After debuting in Saat Hindustani, in 1969 Amitabh Bachchan made history. Here is a list of the top 5 movies that have been most popular among the audiences.

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Amitabh Bachchan movies: Top 5 Big B fan favourite movies

1. Amar Akbar Anthony

Amar Akbar Anthony has been directed by Manmohan Desai. It is reportedly one of the funniest movies taken up by Amitabh Bachchan. It is about three brothers separated by destiny and united by love. These brothers are raised in three different religions, thus the title – Amar Akbar Anthony. IMDb has rated the movie 7.5/10. This movie gave the world a very iconic song ‘My name is Anthony Gonzalves’, which is still recited by fans to date.

2. Hum

Hum is a 1991 action crime drama. Amitabh Bachchan plays the role of Tiger, a robust and protective man. The movie focuses on Tiger’s family and how they overcome everything that the antagonist throws at them. The film showcases the bond between them and gives us one of the best songs on the love within a family. Also read: Amitabh Bachchan faces criticism for praising Metro, activists protest

3. Namak Halaal

Namak Halaal is a 1982 comedy-drama directed by Prakash Mehra. The story revolves around Arjun Singh who is raised by his grandfather. Coming from a small village, Arjun has high morals compared to the people he meets in the new city. Namak Halaal is a person who is very loyal to those he or she works for. Amitabh Bachchan portrays the character of such an employee with great ease in the movie, serving and saving his master humbly and honestly. The movie is full of scenes that can tickle one's funny bone, and moments that will touch their heart. It is rated 7.4/10.

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4. Deewar

Deewar is a 1975 action crime drama film. It is written by the famous duo, Javed Akhtar and Salim Khan. The movie is directed by Yash Chopra, and it features Shashi Kapoor as Ravi and Amitabh Bachchan as Vijay. Neetu Singh,  Nirupa Roy and Parveen Babi also play important roles in the movie. Deewar is a story about two brothers divided by their contrasting ideologies and morals. It was rated 8.1/10 on IMDb.

5. Sooryavansham

Sooryavansham is a 1999 action drama movie. The movie features Amitabh Bachchan and Soundarya in the lead roles. It is one of the fan-favourite movies by Mr. Bachchan. He plays dual roles in the movie, one of Thakur Bhanu Pratap Singh, and the character of his son Heera Singh. The movie was rated  6.2 on IMDb 

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Big B, even after over 200 movies, has not stopped giving his fans great hits and charming the audience with his dapper looks, deep voice and legendary acting skills.  He has a lot of experience of acting and according to critics, he can do it effortlessly.