Father‑Son Bond Highlighted on TV: Amitabh Reveals Abhishek’s Fruit Aversion

The iconic host Amitabh Bachchan turned a routine quiz episode into a family showcase on August 31, revealing a surprising habit of his only son, actor Abhishek Bachchan. When a participant inquired about the nature of their relationship, Amitabh responded, “I see Abhishek as a dear friend, yet he has one strange quirk – he does not eat fruit at all.”

He pointed out that the rest of the household enjoys seasonal fruits, but Abhishek simply refuses. While he might be tentative about dairy‑based dishes, fruit remains a total no‑go, prompting roars of laughter from the studio crowd.

The dialogue then turned reflective as Amitabh quoted a line from the famous poet Harivansh Rai Bachchan, underscoring the theme of inheritance and the passing of values. He added, “My son will not become my heir by title alone; the true heirs are those who share the same spirit.”

Earlier in the program, Amitabh also reminisced about his own youthful plan to appear for the Indian Foreign Service exams – an aspiration he eventually shelved when he realized he knew too little about the service.