Bollywood wishes #HappyBirthdayAmitabhBachchan

Amitabh Bachchan is one name that has become synonymous with Bollywood. Being almost an institution by himself, Amitabh Bachchan has been the role model for most of our other Bollywood stars as well. From his iconic dance moves to his brilliant acting prowess, Amitji's terrific screen presence has made him the ultimate Shahenshah in the industry.

Today, as he celebrates his 72nd Birthday, friends and colleagues took to Twitter to pass on their best wishes to the actor. Here are some of the tweets:

Shah Rukh Khan: 

A good evening at KBC shoot. Brain teasers..jokes & dance. & of course Big B’s Birthday. Thank u & Happy B’ Day sir. pic.twitter.com/lk4ctMjhVy

— Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) October 11, 2014

Karan Johar:

Reverence...Respect and immense admiration to @SrBachchan !! Happy birthday amit uncle! We are blessed to be around u pic.twitter.com/CwHxCsHRn7

— Karan Johar (@karanjohar) October 11, 2014

Priyanka Chopra:

Happy birthday to the formidable the legendary @SrBachchan . Thank you for the Inspiration Sir.. Health and happiness always.

— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) October 11, 2014

Boman Irani:

The world's collective wishes are like a 'force of nature' that honour you and love you. Happy Birthday Amitji!!! @SrBachchan

— Boman Irani (@bomanirani) October 11, 2014

Uday Chopra:

A very happy birthday Amit uncle @SrBachchan lots of love

— Uday Chopra (@udaychopra) October 11, 2014

Anushka Sharma:

Happy birthday @SrBachchan . Thank you for inspiring us with your work and your being . You truly are the best actor we have .

— ANUSHKA SHARMA (@AnushkaSharma) October 11, 2014

Genelia Deshmukh:

Happy Birthday Sir @SrBachchan .. There is no greater superstar than u..

— Genelia Deshmukh (@geneliad) October 11, 2014

Riteish Deshmukh:

There never has been:There never will be: The One - The Legend. Happy Birthday Sir @SrBachchan pic.twitter.com/vJGeWPMGMy

— Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) October 11, 2014

Preity Zinta:

@SrBachchan Happy Happy Birthday Amitji ! Loads of love, good health, happiness & laughter to you now & forever. Love & respect always..xoxo

— Preity zinta (@realpreityzinta) October 11, 2014

Farah Khan:

N finally I get a new pic with @SrBachchan !! Happy bday amitji.. Ur the reason v love Hindi movies soooo much!! pic.twitter.com/zoe73zaM9H

— Farah Khan (@TheFarahKhan) October 11, 2014

Akshay Kumar:

Many happy returns of the day to our beloved Bachchan Saheb @SrBachchan. Wishing you the best in life. Love & Prayers, AK.

— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) October 11, 2014