Anand Pandit’s ‘Juhu Half Marathon’ Gets a Shoutout from Amitabh Bachchan!

Legendary Superstar #AmitabhBachchan, on Friday, extended his support to the upcoming #JuhuHalfMarathon on March 1. Led by Anand Pandit, the renowned film producer and one of Bachchan’s close friends, the event is being organised as a platform to raise funds and awareness for paediatric heart surgeries.

Meanwhile, sharing the poster on X, Amitabh Bachchan posted: My best wishes #LotusJuhuHalfMarathon #RunForACause #FitnessWithPurpose.

Though it is a simple gesture from the actor, promoters of the Half Marathon believe that the support of one of the most respected voices of Indian cinema can create a ripple effect, encouraging people to step out, participate, and support a fitness-led initiative rooted in a good cause.

Mr Bachchan’s endorsement is also a reflection of the long-term camaraderie between him and Anand Pandit. The latter has on various occasions expressed how he considers Bachchan as a role model, mentor and an inspiration. The Marathon also exemplifies Pandit’s belief that fitness is not just personal discipline, but a collective movement that grows stronger with community involvement.

For the Marathon, Pandit has also invited his close friends from the film fraternity to join him, underscoring the belief that meaningful change takes shape when influence, discipline and collective action align with purpose. The event will feature three race categories, welcoming participants of varying endurance levels to be part of the movement.

Now, with Bachchan’s endorsement adding momentum, the Juhu Half Marathon is shaping up to be more than a race; it reflects a collective commitment to fitness and a greater cause.

By Keerti Kadam