Posts tagged Amitabh
My family is my wonderful gift: Amitabh Bachchan
Oct 16th
Birthday presents are for kids. For Amitabh Bachchan, who celebrates his 70th birthday on Oct 11, the greatest gift ever is the intangible love of his family – his wife, children and grandchildren, whose warmth and affection keep him going steady in his personal and professional life.
He also gives special More >
Amitabh, Jaya Bachchan at the special screening of ‘Chittagong’
Oct 16th
Bollywood-couple Jaya and Amitabh Bachchan at the special screening of Anurag Kashyap’s “Chittagong” at Cinemax in Andheri, Mumbai.
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Level of education responsible for lack of good scripts: Amitabh
Sep 27th
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan feels unequal level of education is responsible for lack of good quality scripts in the Indian film industry.
“Lack of education. The level of education is not equal or universal. That’s one of the tragedies of the country,” he told reporters when asked about the reason for lack More >
Amitabh Bachchan emotional after watching ‘English Vinglish’
Sep 27th
Amitabh Bachchan says that Gauri Shinde has narrated ordinariness of everyday life in such a beautiful manner in her directorial debut “English Vinglish” that it has left lumps in his throat.
“A viewing of ‘English Vinglish’ directed by Gauri Shinde, wife of R. Balki, leaves me with collective lumps in the More >
Women make 50 percent of country’s power: Amitabh Bachchan
Aug 30th
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan believes in fair education for all, be it the country’s underprivileged or the women folk.
The 69-year-old veteran, who is driving home the message of importance of knowledge through his hit reality TV game show “Kaun Banega Crorepati 6? (KBC), believes half the country’s power lies in its More >
I haven’t charged anything for ‘The Great Gatsby’: Amitabh Bachchan
Aug 26th
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan says he has not charged anything for his appearance in director Baz Luhrmann’s “The Great Gatsby”.
“The role is small, hardly of a minute. Baz Luhrmann was touring India couple of years ago…going all around the country, he dropped in at my office with a friend who did More >
Amitabh Bachchan appeals for help to protect tigers
Jul 16th
Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan Sunday appealed to the people to help protect India’s national animal, the tiger, saying “every tiger killed in the country for their body parts trade is like giving away parts of our mother India”.
He was speaking at a NDTV-Aircel telethon here, organised for the second time More >
Amitabh Bachchan campaigns to garner support for our tigers
Jul 16th
NDTV and Aircel, along with wildlife conservation trust want to do what we can with your help to protect our national animal. Last year, we raised money for rapid response units; this year we’re taking it to the next level. We will set up tiger defence units in all our More >
Amitabh Bachchan’s crosses 3 million fans on Twitter
Jul 9th
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan’s extended family on micro-blogging site Twitter is expanding rapidly and has reached another milestone – it crossed the three million mark Friday.
“3 MILLION FOLLOWERS!!! Holy Mother of Jesus and the Almighty! This is quite unbelievable! Thank you my TwFmXt (Twitter extended family),” tweeted the 69-year-old.
The veteran actor, More >
Amitabh, Abhishek, Ajay at special screening of ‘Bol Bachchan’
Jul 9th
Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan, Amitabh Bachchan, Ajay Devgn during the special screening of “Bol Bachchan” at Cinemax, Mumbai.
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Amitabh Bachchan finds being back in front of the camera strange
Mar 27th
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who was taking time off from workfollowing surgeries, recently faced the camera after a long gap for the promo shoot of the forthcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 5 and says he felt “strange”.
The 69-year-old will host the opening ceremony of IPL 5 to be held in Chennai More >
Show respect, regard to artists: Amitabh Bachchan
Mar 24th
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan says it upsets him when he sees people disrespect talent, especially at cultural performances.
“I see many a moment when the professionals play at gatherings. They come to exhibit their artistry, not to be a replacement for piped music at a lavish wedding or a party. It is More >
Amitabh Bachchan praises Virat Kohli, Saina Nehwal
Mar 20th
Actor Amitabh Bachchan is full of praises for young sports persons Saina Nehwal and Virat Kohli, who made news for their sporting streaks on Sunday. While badminton champ Sania won the Swiss Open Championship,Virat’s score on field was the talking point. The superstar took to his account on micro-blogging site More >
Amitabh Bachchan to participate in IPL opening ceremony
Mar 18th
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan will be taking part in the opening ceremony of Indian Premier League (IPL) on April 3 in Chennai.
The 69-year-old actor said he is preparing himself for the event and is nervous as the day approaches.
“Asia Cup over soon and then IPL… opening extravaganza in Chennai… and yours More >
A delight to watch The Artist: Amitabh Bachchan
Feb 26th
Amitabh Bachchan, who is recuperating at home after abdominal surgeries, is enjoying a “no time-table” life. Apart from doing other things, he watched Oscar nominated The Artist and said it was a “delight” to view the silent black and white French movie.
“Being by myself and almost in solitary confinement, is getting More >
Amitabh Bachchan surgery ke baad!
Feb 25th
Actor Amitabh Bachchan, who underwent an abdominal surgery on February 11, was finally discharged on Thursday night. Currently recovering at home, the actor on Friday tweeted, “Home.
A joy to be back in familiar surroundings… thank you all for your blessings and prayers… I made it again.” Though the actor was More >
Amitabh Bachchan discharged from hospital
Feb 25th
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan was on Thursday night discharged from hospital after a 12-day stay post his abdominal surgery.
“The actor is doing much better now following which he has been discharged,” a hospital source told PTI.
Last night, Big B had tweeted, “Freedom !!! free from central line, free from all kites, More >
Amitabh Bachchan may have to extend his hospital stay
Feb 23rd
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who is recuperating post his abdominal surgery, might be required to spend a few more days at the hospital, before he gets home.
“Looks like a few more days… before they set me free… but recovery at home will be another few months,” Bachchan tweeted today.
“Getting independent gradually..a More >
Doctors satisfied with Amitabh Bachchan’s progress in health
Feb 23rd
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has been recuperating at a hospital here post his abdominal surgery since over a week and now as he shows signs of improvement, doctors also seem to be satisfied with the health progress.
Bachchan, who has a history of abdominal ailments, was operated on February 11 at the More >
Amitabh Bachchan prays for Yuvraj Singh’s speedy recovery
Feb 23rd
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who is himself recuperating at a hospital in Mumbai following two abdominal surgeries, wishes a quick recovery to ailing cricketer Yuvraj Singh.
Yuvraj, who is undergoing treatment for lung cancer in the US, on Tuesday posted a positive message on Twitter, stating: “Out of suffering have emerged the More >
Amitabh Bachchan prays for Yuvraj Singh’s speedy recovery
Feb 22nd
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who is himself recuperating at a hospital in Mumbai following two abdominal surgeries, wishes a quick recovery to ailing cricketer Yuvraj Singh.
Yuvraj, who is undergoing treatment for lung cancer in the US, on Tuesday posted a positive message on Twitter, stating: “Out of suffering have emerged the More >
Amitabh Bachchan says will miss the ‘gentle care’ of hospital
Feb 22nd
As megastar Amitabh Bachchan would be discharged from the hospital in the next few days post his abdominal surgery, the actor says he would miss the “gentle care and smiling attention” of the medical staff.
“There is a strange withdrawal symptom that begins to creep in before a ‘discharge’ from the More >
Amitabh Bachchan may have to extend his hospital stay
Feb 22nd
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who is recuperating post his abdominal surgery, might be required to spend a few more days at the hospital, before he gets home.
“Looks like a few more days… before they set me free… but recovery at home will be another few months,” Bachchan tweeted today.
“Getting independent gradually..a More >
Amitabh Bachchan says will miss the ‘gentle care’ of hospital
Feb 22nd
As megastar Amitabh Bachchan would be discharged from the hospital in the next few days post his abdominal surgery, the actor says he would miss the “gentle care and smiling attention” of the medical staff.
“There is a strange withdrawal symptom that begins to creep in before a ‘discharge’ from the More >
Worried Amitabh Bachchan fans pray to Lord Shiva for his recovery
Feb 22nd
Hundreds of worried fans of ailing Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan today performed a yagna here to pray for his speedy recovery.
“We are using the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri to pray to Lord Shiva to help him recover painlessly from his health problems,” Sourav Banerjee of Amitabh Bachchan Fans Association More >
Amitabh Bachchan’s health improving; to be back home soon
Feb 20th
As megastar Amitabh Bachchan’s health shows an upward swing, there are chances that he might be get discharged in a day or two.
“He is doing fine now..his health is also improving. He might be discharged by tomorrow or day-after-tomorrow,” hospital sources told PTI today.
On February 11, Bachchan underwent an abdominal More >
Amitabh Bachchan recuperates
Feb 20th
Superstar Amitabh Bachchan who recently underwent an abdominal surgery is currently recuperating in the hospital. The 69-year-old actor who was admitted to the hospital last week, was supposed to be discharged after the surgery but he was advised to be kept under supervision, after he complained of acute abdominal pain. More >
Worried Amitabh Bachchan fans pray to Lord Shiva for his recovery
Feb 20th
Hundreds of worried fans of ailing Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan today performed a yagna here to pray for his speedy recovery.
“We are using the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri to pray to Lord Shiva to help him recover painlessly from his health problems,” Sourav Banerjee of Amitabh Bachchan Fans Association More >
Salman Khan to replace Amitabh Bachchan in a Hollywood film?
Feb 19th
If there is one voice in B-Town that can make even a silly dialogue sound super, then it is that of actor Amitabh Bachchan. The superstar has on more than one occasion, played the narrator or sutradhar’s role in many films. Hence when makers of Hollywood film John Carter approached More >
Amitabh Bachchan not critical but under observation
Feb 18th
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who was to undergo a second surgery on Friday, is still under observation.
“He was supposed to undergo second surgery as he had developed pain post the first surgery. However, there is no hassle as such…he is not critical but under observation,” hospital sources said.
The 69-year-old actor revealed More >
Fresh medical issues come up for Amitabh Bachchan
Feb 18th
A day after assuring fans that all is well with him post his abdominal surgery, Amitabh Bachchan has said he is now facing “fresh medical issues”.
The 69-year-old megastar, who has been bravely updating his fans on his hospital stay, today posted a brief entry on his blog saying that he More >
Amitabh Bachchan to take a break?
Feb 18th
Actor Amitabh Bachchan who has been tweeting and blogging post his surgery from the hospital itself, has apologised to his fans for not being able to do that anymore.
The ailing superstar says he will not be communicating with his fans for sometime, as he needs to concentrate on treatment. More >
Amitabh Bachchan to be discharged tomorrow
Feb 16th
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who underwent an abdominal surgery at a city hospital, will be discharged tomorrow.
“He is recovering and will be discharged from the hospital after 11 am tomorrow,” hospital sources told PTI.
The veteran actor had undergone the abdominal surgery on February 11 at the Seven Hills Hospital at suburban More >
Amitabh Bachchan tweets ‘All Izzz Well’
Feb 15th
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who had a fresh bout of pain after undergoing an abdominal surgery, says he is recovering from his illness.
The 69-year-old took to his Twitter account to announce the same.
“A day that brings you to the brink of wellness and pushes you back into the well of uneasy More >
Amitabh Bachchan still in incredible pain
Feb 15th
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has revealed that he is still suffering from extreme pain after undergoing an abdominal surgery.
“The morning has been nightmarish. There has been incredible pain in the region of the surgery, and the spasms so acute that they brought me to the level of a scream … which More >
