Amitabh Bachchan
In short
An Indian actor, playback singer, and producer who is currently hosting the television game show Kaun Banega Crorepati 18. He has recently been in the news following a fire at the Film City set that required his evacuation and various memorable moments on his show.
Who they are now
He is a legendary figure in Hindi cinema with a career spanning several decades. Currently, he continues to host the popular game show Kaun Banega Crorepati.
Why they are in the news
People are searching for him due to his evacuation from the KBC 18 set following a fire at Mumbai's Film City, as well as recent interactions with guests Madhuri Dixit and Ayushmann Khurrana on his show.
An example of their work
He is widely recognised for his role as the 'Angry Young Man' during the 1970s and 1980s. He has starred in over 200 films and has received seven National Film Awards.