Anusha Dandekar Reunites With 'First Father-In-Law' Amitabh Bachchan
January 23,2025
When two actors from a beloved film cross paths years later, it’s bound to stir emotions and that’s exactly what happened when Anusha Dandekar reunited with Amitabh Bachchan. Sharing her joy and nostalgia, Anusha took to Instagram to post a heartfelt photo with Big B. She affectionately captioned it, “My First Father-In Law ever … lucky me Viruddh reunion,” taking her fans down memory lane to their days on the set of Viruddh…Family Comes First.
Directed by Mahesh Manjrekar, Viruddh brought together a stellar cast. Apart from the duo, the Mahesh Manjrekar directorial starred Sharmila Tagore, John Abraham and Sanjay Dutt. The film still remains memorable for its portrayal of love, loss and family, resonating with audiences even today.
The reunion wasn’t just a moment for the actors but also for fans who fondly remembered the 2005 film.
Taking to comments, one fan wrote, “A fine and very poignant film. Both you and the Big B did very well. Sadly the film was washed away with the July 26th rains.” Another added, “This movie was ahead of the time. Abhi release hue hoti to you could have won Filmfare.”
Last year marked the 19th anniversary of Viruddh. Reflecting on her time in the film, Anusha had shared a touching note, expressing gratitude for the experience. “My first wedding, what a turnout! 19 years of Viruddh… What a beautiful film this was for so many, especially me. Have you watched it? Thank you Mahesh Manjrekar. I have such special films because of you. I also get to say I worked with the greatest,” she wrote, cherishing the memories.
Anusha’s journey in the entertainment world began with MTV’s Dance Crew and led her to films like Delhi Belly, Mumbai Matinee and Anthony Kaun Hai. Her versatility has kept her a recognisable face across various platforms.
Amitabh Bachchan continues to be an indomitable force in Indian cinema. His recent appearances include Kalki 2898 AD, helmed by Nag Ashwin and Rajinikanth’s Vettaiyan, which released on October 10, 2024.