Amitabh Bachchan’s witty take on his bond with son Abhishek: ‘Agar pita ke joote…’

During the latest episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati 18, Amitabh Bachchan quipped to Ranbir Kapoor, "Sir, ek aisi quality hai jo aap mein aur Abhishek mein common hai, aur ek aisi quality jo completely different hai. Kya woh hume bata sakte hain?" The audience erupted in laughter. Bachchan continued, "Bahut pehle humne suna tha ki agar pita ke joote putra pehenna shuru kar de, toh phir woh putra nahi hota, woh mitra ho jata hai.

Bhai sahab, unhone... unhone bahut pehle hamare joote le liye the aur jitna joota tha hamare paas sab unke paas pahunch gaya hai." This humorous response came from Bachchan when a son starts wearing his father's shoes, metaphorically signifying the transition from being a son to being a friend. Dr Rimpa Sarkar, a psychologist and founder of Sentier Wellness, explains that as children grow into adulthood, they naturally seek independence and autonomy, distancing themselves from their parents' influence.

This shift can be disconcerting for fathers, but Sarkar emphasizes that it offers an opportunity for fathers to cultivate a more equal and meaningful relationship. She advises fostering genuine connections through shared experiences, honest conversations, and displaying curiosity towards each other's lives, rather than resorting to grand gestures.

Ultimately, Sarkar believes that embracing a son's journey into manhood entails allowing the relationship to mature, transitioning from authority and dependence towards mutual respect, trust, and companionship.