It is said that if the intentions are true then a person can save the lives of others even by becoming the form of God. Amitabh Bachchan’s lookalike and comedian Shashikant Pedwal did something similar, who set an example of humanity during the Corona period. Recently he reached the shelter of Premanand Ji Maharaj and shared his experiences with him. Maharaj ji himself became emotional after hearing Shashikant’s story.

This video of Shashikant Pedwal is now becoming increasingly viral on social media. He told how he inspired people to stay alive by adopting the voice and style of Amitabh Bachchan. He was also honored by the local administration for this noble work.

Big B’s lookalike reached the shelter of Premanand Ji Maharaj

Shashikant Pedwal, resident of Nashik, Maharashtra, looks exactly like Amitabh Bachchan. Recently, he came to meet Premanand Ji Maharaj in the look of Big B. After reaching there, he first bowed at the feet of Maharaj Ji and then told how he performed his duty during the pandemic. Shashikant said, people had lost hope of living during the Corona period. There was disappointment all around. I thought that if I talk to people in the form of Amitabh Bachchan, then maybe their desire to live will awaken again. He told that he talked to 19 such patients who were mentally broken, but after his conversation, new energy arose in them and they returned towards life.

Worked like a real ‘hero’ during the Covid period

The work that Shashikant did during the Covid period was no less than that of a film hero. He used to talk to people through video calls and local campaigns. He spoke motivationally in the style of Big B. We may fall, but we cannot give up. His efforts gave mental strength to many people. Later the local collector also honored him for his social service. According to him, smiles came back on people’s faces, and I felt that this is real devotion.

Premanand Ji Maharaj’s response

When Shashikant told all these things to Premanand Ji Maharaj, Maharaj Ji said, whatever you did, service is the greatest worship of God. The greatest religion is to awaken hope for life in others. Maharaj ji blessed him and said that his work would become an inspiration for others. Shashikant in turn recited Harivansh Rai Bachchan’s poem “Agneepath” to Premanand ji, hearing which all the devotees present there became emotional.

Who is Shashikant Pedwal?

Shashikant Pedwal is a comedian and motivational speaker by profession. He has done many stage shows and has won people’s hearts with his acting. His identity has now become not only as a lookalike of Amitabh Bachchan, but also as a true priest of humanity. When 52 year old Shashikant comes on stage as Big B, the audience is stunned. His body language, dialogue delivery and facial expressions all match exactly with Amitabh. He has also met Amitabh Bachchan himself, and took blessings by touching his feet. Shashikant says that after meeting Big B, he understood the real purpose of life, to inspire people.