FACTBOX: The Bachchans, Bollywood's first family
TORONTO (Reuters Life!) - Billed as the biggest live Bollywood performance outside of India, the Unforgettable Tour kicks off in Toronto on Friday before going to Trinidad, the United States and the UK.
It features film stars Amitabh Bachchan, his son Abhishek and daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai.
Here are some facts about Bollywood's first family of film:
* AMITABH BACHCHAN - Also known as "Big B", Amitabh Bachchan is Bollywood's most bankable leading man, having appeared in almost 200 films. The 66-year-old, baritone singer, actor, dancer and producer also maintains a blog (www.bigb.bigadda.com).
* ABHISHEK BACHCHAN - The 32-year-old actor is the son of Bachchan and actress Jaya Bachchan. In April 2007, he married his former co-star, Aishwarya Rai, in a three-day ceremony.
* AISHWARYA RAI BACHCHAN - At 34, this former Miss World is one of India's top actresses. In addition to her film roles in India, she has performed in Hollywood productions and featured in advertising campaigns for diamonds, cosmetics and soft drinks.
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