Amitabh Bachchan Paa Movie Stills

Amitabh Bachchan's vibrancy in acting has mesmerized millions of movie lovers across the world. He is again ready with one of the most awaited movies Paa, its promotion got underway yesterday.

Considering the promos, it is anticipated among the industry experts and cine lovers, that Paa will be a thought provoking movie. Based on an unusual poignant subject, Paa revolves around a 12-year-old boy suffering from a rare disorder- progeria, wherein the patient ages rapidly. Kids affected by this problem lose all their hair, become bald and their veins begin to show prominently on their heads, which enlarge to a size beyond normal. Even their teeth and eyes will suffer.

The 67-year-old Big B is playing the challenging role of the boy suffering from progeria. His son Abhishek is playing the role of Big B's father in the movie while leading actress Vidya Balan will be seen playing the role of senior Bachchan's mother in the movie.

Produced by Big B's home production house AB Corp, Paa is directed by Balki, who has also penned the story. Yesteryear's renowned musician Ilayaraja has given the music for the movie.

It took 5 hours to put makeup on for Amitabh, 2 hours to take it off and 6 hours to work - at times more. Internationally renowned make-up expert Stephen Dupuis had done unbelievable make-up for Big B.

The promos left people wondering, Yash Chopra a leading director described Big B's acting in the movie as a landmark that will set new benchmarks for the film industry. All those movie lovers who wish to see Amitabh will have to wait till December 4, when the movie will be screened across country.