Amitabh Bachchan’s Statue by Indian-American Businessman Listed as Tourist Attraction

Amitabh Bachchan's Statue by Indian-American Businessman Listed as Tourist Attraction
Google Maps recognizes Bollywood superstar’s statue in New Jersey as a top tourist destination
A life-size statue of Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan, installed by Indian-American businessman Gopi Seth outside his residence in Edison city, New Jersey. It has now been listed by Google as a tourist attraction.
The statue of my idol, Shri Amitabh Bachchan has become a popular tourist attraction in New Jersey It's my way of paying tribute to the legendary actor @SrBachchan @MosesSapir @SrBachchanclub @ABFAIndia @BigB_Scoopit @FatmaBigB @Bigbefamily @BachchanSrFC @ABFAIndia @EFSENAROCKS pic.twitter.com/AQt0nMsraZ
— Gopi EFamily (@GopiSheth) February 3, 2024
Gopi Seth, who installed the statue in August 2022, noted that their home has become one of the most popular tourist destinations, thanks to the Amitabh Bachchan statue. “Recognised by Google Search, this site attracts a growing number of visitors each day,” Seth stated. In the two years since the installation, fans of the Indian superstar have been visiting the location to take pictures and selfies, with many sharing their experiences on social media platforms like Instagram and X.

“Fans of Mr. Bachchan from all around the world travel to see the statue, with 20 to 25 cars of families arriving daily. Visitors often leave greeting cards and letters, expressing their admiration for the legendary actor,” Seth said, sharing videos of fans visiting the statue.
Seth also mentioned that the popularity of his home extends far beyond in-person visits. “Enthusiastic fans post videos, photos, and tweets about their experiences, flooding social media platforms like Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok. These posts have garnered significant attention, further boosting the site’s fame and making it a trending destination on the internet,” he added.
“Our home stands as a testament to Mr. Bachchan’s global appeal, and we are honoured to welcome fans from every corner of the globe,” Seth concluded.