- By Aditi Priya Singh
- Sun, 17 May 2026 11:57 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Veteran Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan recently grabbed attention on social media after sharing a video of a historic Hindu Vishnu temple located in Bandar Abbas, Iran. The post quickly went viral as many users were surprised to learn about the temple’s connection to Indian traders who once lived in the region. Along with the video, Bachchan also shared details about the temple’s history, sparking curiosity among fans, travel lovers, and history enthusiasts online.
Amitabh Bachchan’s Viral Instagram Post
Amitabh Bachchan uploaded a video featuring the centuries-old Vishnu temple situated in Bandar Abbas, a port city in Iran. In the caption, the actor explained that the temple was built in 1892 during the Qajar era for Hindu traders from India who were working and living in the city at that time.
Amitabh wrote, “The Ancient Hindu Vishnu Temple in Abbas Bandar, Iran. Built in 1892 during the Qajar era, it was constructed for Hindu traders from India working in the city.”
The clip also included a Persian song, which added a cultural touch to the post and impressed many social media users.
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Why The Bandar Abbas Temple Holds Historical Importance
Bandar Abbas temple, Iran (Image: Facebook)
The Vishnu temple in Bandar Abbas is considered an important symbol of the old trade ties between India and Iran. During the 19th century, several Indian traders settled in Iranian coastal cities for business purposes. The temple was reportedly built to serve the religious needs of the Hindu community living there.
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Today, the structure stands as a reminder of the deep cultural and commercial connections shared by both countries in the past. After Bachchan’s post, many people online started discussing the temple’s architecture and its historical value.
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Amitabh Bachchan’s Upcoming Projects
On the professional front, Amitabh Bachchan will next be seen in the sequel to Kalki 2898 AD, where he will return as Ashwatthama. He is also working on the courtroom drama Section 84, directed by Ribhu Dasgupta. The film also stars Diana Penty, Nimrat Kaur, and Abhishek Banerjee.