Amitab Bachchan narrated the story of Ratan Tata’s unmatched simplicity and humanity, and made social media react to it once again.
If someone told you that Ratan Tata once borrowed money from Bollywood’s legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan you might find it hard to believe. Bollywood’s veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan shared a heartfelt and true story in famous show KBC about Tata’s remarkable humility.
The incident occurred years ago at London’s Heathrow Airport and deeply moved an actor. Amitabh Bachchan recounted this emotional memory during an episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 16, paying tribute to the late Ratan Tata, who passed away on October 9, 2024, at the age of 86.
Why Ratan Tata Borrowed Money?
Bachchan shared the story while speaking with actors Boman Irani and Farah Khan on the show. Remembering Ratan Tata, he said, “What an incredible man he was. I can’t even begin to describe how simple and humble he was.”
Recounting the event, Amitabh explained, “We were on the same flight to London. After landing at Heathrow Airport, we both exited together. However, the people who were supposed to pick him up weren’t there, and he couldn’t find anyone waiting for him.”
What happened next left Amitabh Bachchan in surprise and shows Tata’s simplicity.
Amitabh Bachchan Narrated Moment
Bachchan continued, “I saw Ratan Tata heading toward a public phone booth to make a call. But he soon returned and approached me. He asked, ‘Amit Ji, may I borrow some money from you? I don’t have a chance to make a phone call.’
Hearing this from someone as influential and wealthy as Ratan Tata left Amitabh Bachchan utterly surprised. “I was stunned by his humility. He was such a simple man. I can never forget that moment,” he said, visibly moved.
Social Media Reacts On Incident
The video of this show quickly went viral on social media, with users praising Ratan Tata’s down-to-earth nature. One user wrote, “Imagine a man capable of buying Bollywood a thousand times over asking for money to make a phone call. It shows what an extraordinary and humble person he was.” Another commented, “Ratan Tata’s legacy will live on forever, not just for his business acumen but for the kind of human being he was.”