The Film That Shook Amitabh Bachchan's Throne: Vinod Khanna's Rise to Stardom

• In the late 1970s, Amitabh Bachchan dominated Bollywood, but Vinod Khanna emerged as a strong contender.
• Manmohan Desai's 'Parvarish' (1977) saw Amitabh Bachchan and Vinod Khanna play brothers, with Khanna taking on a grey-shaded role.
• Critics and audiences noted Vinod Khanna's powerful screen presence in 'Parvarish', often overshadowing Amitabh Bachchan.
• Post-'Parvarish', Vinod Khanna became a top choice for producers, challenging Amitabh's supremacy due to his versatility and appeal.
• Khanna's abrupt departure from films in 1982 to join Osho's ashram, at the peak of his career, cleared Amitabh Bachchan's path to undisputed superstardom.

Why It Matters: Vinod Khanna's performance in 'Parvarish' challenged Amitabh Bachchan's dominance, making him a formidable rival.