Posted on: May 25, 2008 - 11:12 am
Film City, Mumbai May 24, 2008 7:20 pm on the sets of ‘Aladin’ / 11:03 am on May 25.
What an amazing instrument the mind is. Functioning tirelessly, in consuming in emitting, absorbing and repelling. It forms opinions, gives us the capacity to uphold ours, to reject at times others. It gives us character to forebear and strength to suffer.
Human beings utilize just 33 % of it during their entire life. 67 % remains unutilized.
That is a large percentage of vacant dormant brain power !
Most readers express concern and surprise at my hours and intensity of work through a single day. If you have the will and desire, the body will walk with you. If you will push, it will respond. If we do not, we shall never know its limit. The consumption of the mind is never read out to us; there is no meter. But if there were to be one I would have loved to read at the end of my life that I consumed a percentage more than the average. 33 % to 34 % !
The mind ! Beautiful in its bearing. Beautiful in its demeanor.
Relaxed and unmindful one moment, stressed and overflowing the other.
I was so today as the morning came. Pressured by work, apprehensive by deed, uncertain by consequence. The reflection in the mirror fogged and wrinkled.
Then suddenly – a flash !
The mirror became happy. The feet strode confidently towards the camera. You could feel the clouds underneath you and the air of assurance bursting through the lungs.
Thank you Harneet, my journalistic acquaintance from the Indian Express. Your text message on my mobile appreciating and lauding the blog of DAY 35, turned the day for me. Your understanding of my emotions and the additions to them read and re read several times, now stored in an important folder within me.
Appreciation is always welcome. But when it is linked with emotion, it’s strength multiplies.
And I hurriedly pull out some other folders – Shobha De and her gutsy encouragement, ‘Bravo ! Amitabh’, Upala from MidDay and her link and connection to an earlier blog of her own personal experience, Amul from MidDay again and his kind words of caution, Vivek from MumbaiMirror…
Thank you. You have all been gracious and kind.
And even though some comments disagree about the mention of personal remarks on the blog, I must perforce agree with my desire to indeed mention them on mine, because my conscience and my will desires so.
And so too I appreciate Jitesh Parekh, a commentator on my blog, for his words of appreciation. And disagree, humbly with his remarks on journalists. They are human too Jitesh. There is no hatred or malice in their writing, nor in mine. They exercise their right of free expression. And I ?
I attempt to demonstrate, somewhat abruptly and angularly but with the soul of great magnanimity and rectitude the need for eternal vigilance to guard that gift of freedom.
And indeed of many of our freedoms !
And many write in their reactions and compliments. And some do not.
Pradnya Danke does. I thank her and her husband and brother-in-law and the next generation 5 yr old for their respect even though she may think that her English is poor.
Amrita wishes for me to use a less flowery language for her to understand. I shall endeavor. But flowery accusations or comments will and should get flowery responses.
Navin, Suresh and Aniket express resentment at my answers to some of the editors. But I plod along with my belief in the need for eternal vigilance. It is the price we all need to pay to value the importance of our democratic freedom.
Purvi Dani, I am happy to know that my father’s words have influenced you. You ask how to face betrayal from those that have been close to you. You are fortunate that you are now aware of it. Imagine if you never did and the harm it would have continuously created to your faith and trust. Those that have betrayed you have shown you their face and character. What a benefit for you. You have come to learn that that is a face and character you should never possess.
Amit, wishes that I declare ShahRukh my successor and remove all further discussion and argument on this unnecessary and ill founded topic. But of course he is. He is the ruling superstar of the nation and almost a sixth of the world ! There can never be debate on this. But naming a successor would imply that there is an existing dynastic ruler. I do not believe there is one.
Veena wants a translation of my father’s autobiography in English. My father’s autobiography is in 4 volumes and an abridged translation in English exists. It is called ‘In the Afternoon of Time’ by Rupert Snell, a Hindi reader in the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London and is published by Viking Penguin India, Delhi. The official launch of the book was done several years ago by the great columnist, Khushwant Singh, an old and dear friend of my parents.
Saba, from Pakistan – thank you for enjoying ‘BhoothNath’
Ketan Kothari – I am amazed at your condition. You are blind and you read and respond to my blog ! I am so touched.
Smita Pandit – I have been moved by your description of your Bhuaji and her correspondence with my father. I am happy that in some way he was able to provide solace to her. I am collecting all I can of my father’s letters, photographs written to friends and colleagues. I shall be most grateful if you could send me a Xerox copy of your collection of your Bhuaji’s letters received from my father. Just mark it to my office in Juhu, Mumbai.
Kunal has bumped into me at the Grand Marriott the other evening and has regrets of not being able to come up to me even though he was so close. But, you should have. It was my ‘samdhan’s’ , Aishwarya’s mother’s birthday and we had just taken her out for dinner.
Rohit Bhutoria mentions the tears that rolled down his cheeks as he read the blog. Rohit, may your tears ever roll down your cheeks in happiness and happiness alone. May there never be a sad moment ever in your life.
Debashish talks of my father’s poems being in his study curriculum and puts me in a category of great elevation in front of my father. Wrong. Very wrong. People will forget me in a few years, or earlier, but they will remember my father for thousands of years ! I can never be compared to him.
Soumik, my father’s thesis is indeed in print. In fact it is coincidental that you talk of publishing it, just when I have only today set up a meeting to reprint it in a fresh format.
Sagar – thank you for your comments and please thank your friend Sandip for introducing you to my blog. Your English is fine. If you are uncomfortable in it write in Hindi or Marathi. Jai Maharashtra.
Vibhuti Love – your grand father’s ( Shri Krishna Mittra ) poem was beautiful. I am certain that if you write to my office in Mumbai they could set up a meeting in Delhi for us to meet. I visit Delhi often. My daughter is married there.
Fozia Bashir still wonders if I write my own blog. Yes I do and it is people like you that give me the inspiration to do so.
Swamy asserts that in my responses to the media I should not be so blunt. Alright. Lets take a vote on that. Those in favor say ‘yes’, those not say ‘no’.
A blunt remark invites a blunt retort. It does not signify hatred. When media writes bluntly it is not to express hate towards me. So too with me.
Priyanka ! Never ever say ‘aapko meri umar lag jaye’. I am not deserving of such blessing.
And from Cairo, Egypt, the city and the people that gave me so much affection and love during my visit in the 1990’s, Rasha Zayed, thank you.
Sreeram talks of his Sanskrit teacher’s comparison between my father and me. How wonderfully and correctly put; that my father’s creative contribution is greater than mine because it is easy to act an emotion in front of a camera and film with all its technical inputs to enhance the moment, but indeed very difficult to do all of that by writing mere words. So correct.
Varsha Rai, I note your observation of the incorrectness in taking pot shots at Hollywood celebrities. I submit to that and express regret. In fact, it is strange that you mention this because Aishwarya on reading it had expressed similar sentiment. But before I could change the contents the server had already posted it.
Perdy Mohindru from Auckland, NZ thank you for writing in.
Nina Arora, your mother’s gracious memories are so valuable in time. ‘Is paar priye madhu hai tum ho, us paar na jane kya hoga’ and so many others. I shall try.
And Subbu, thank you too of the many references you give of my father’s works. They are my favorites as well.
Ajay Singh ji – your quote of my father’s poem is wrong. The correct words are –
‘bair badhate mandir masjid,
mail karati madhushala ‘ !
Harish Srivastava wishes to know more of the incident about Gandhi ji and Madhushala. Well, when my father wrote the poem, 135 verses of it, in 1933 its first public recitation was conducted by him at the Shivaji Hall of the Benaras Hindu University at a poetic symposium. There was such an immediate and stupendous response to it that overnight my father became a national celebrity. His work and his style created a new ‘vaad’, the ‘halavaad’ in poetic literature. As his popularity grew envious and vested interests spread a vicious and unjust campaign against him by stating that Bachchan was propagating alcoholism, completely missing the deeper symbolic meaning of his work. News reached the Mahatma and he expressed a desire to meet the poet during a literary symposium that he was chairing in Indore. My father was presented before him and asked to recite Madhushala. After the recitation was over, Gandhi ji said ‘There’s no wine-glorifying in these verses !’.
With this exoneration my father took leave, being the first and last time he had sat in such close proximity to the Great Man.
Gsr – thank you for your one-ness and I have noted that some of my harsh comments to the media have been depressing for you. I would never wish that to happen to anyone. But perhaps you can now assuage how depressing it is for us to withstand their harsh words. All the same I value your observation and shall endeavor to speak of other topics as well.
Abhishek – you are right ‘ bachchon ke beech ki bahas mein, bahas nahin karni chahiye’ !
Tunna – you have desired that I talk of my films and their craft more often. Point taken and I shall initiate that soon by writing about my experiences on ‘Aladin’ and the craft employed because it is a technical novelty.
Whew !
I have tried to cover randomly as many comments as I possibly could address. The search is on and the effort, for more as well. I shall persist. Your comments are invaluable to me and to my existence.
In ending today I must confess I had never expected to find such a large section of the readers to have interest in words of literary consequence. That there breathes a sensitive poet in all of you is a delightful revelation.
And that you pay homage to my father is my greatest honor.
My love as always with you –
May 25th, 2008 at 11:16 am
Dear Sir,
I cant believe that I am writing to you. It is a great honor to be writing to you. I am a big fan of yours and I was brought up on a staple diet of your sholay dialogues ( my dad is a bigger fan and he knows all your movies and their dialogues) I have been a ardent reader of your blog and I am deeply saddened by the recent posts. You have been hitting back at the media quite a lot and giving out explanations and defending your family a lot. Sir, you seem to have forgotten the golden rules. The media is like a big fart. It is air and it stinks, but you cant beat it or hurt it.. you just have to close your nose and let it pass. DONT REACT. When you react you hurt your image which you have painstakingly cultivated. When elephants walk, dogs bark. The elephant shouldnt take note of it.. just walk by..
It has become a staple of the media to take potshots at you knowing that you would react and then they would get 15 minutes of fame at your expense. Why give them that opportunity. We all know for who you are and what you are. So my humble request to you is please dont react. Update us with your thoughts, philosophies, your movies, your joys, your family and not reactions to the loop balls thrown at you by the media. I miss the stoic Amitabh who used to take all shots on his chin and smile through it and come out shining like a diamond. I miss that genuine diamond of a man.
Lots of love
Shyam N
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May 25th, 2008 at 11:17 am
It has become now my habit to vist your blog on a daily basis but since i am in Singapore now and there is some time offset between India and here so i usual visit 2-3 times just waiting for your words to see on my computer.It was become like daily prayer to come and read the blog.Its say lot about life and how a person whom people think more than life think and beleive himself as a common man.That what greatness is all about which we do not find normally in this society or may be i have not come across them whereas i see many of them daily.I have been reading your blog evern since you started and i have liked both th important memory of your life which gives lot of inspiration whereas your counter thoughts on someone writing/claims tell never to give up and be self strong to the face the society which is full of people who never want top know side of the coin.Been a father i am also learning from your experience how to become a good father and when and how to stood with my child in time of his need.
Waiting for your new blog.
Thxs for evry words you have wriiten here.
Naresh Sharma
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May 25th, 2008 at 11:18 am
Dear Sir,
Its great to read your blogs daily. It gives strength to life.
Today is my father’s birthday and I am far far away from him. Was a little sad in the morning but after reading your comment now feeling good. Just wished him happy birthday.
“man ka ho to aacha, nahi ho to aur bhi aacha”
regards,
Priyank Vijay
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May 25th, 2008 at 11:29 am
Dear Mr. Bachchan,
Hong Kong - 25 May - 2.00 pm
You asked for a vote for below:
“Swamy asserts that in my responses to the media I should not be so blunt. Alright. Lets take a vote on that. Those in favor say ‘yes’, those not say ‘no’.”
‘NO’
You should answer as you have been doing.
BR
Mike
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May 25th, 2008 at 11:31 am
dear SIR bachchan,
i am the second one to response. i feel very happy.
take care
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May 25th, 2008 at 11:32 am
dear amit ji …
just love u …i m from PAK …
just keep working ..we want 2 see u forever on screen …..
khush rahein …we r with u always …
ALLAH hafiz..bye
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May 25th, 2008 at 11:32 am
Dear Sir,
My life is not as happening as your other fans, but i feel that i have been leading a successful life in my own terms (others are not harmed though). May be you will think i have not lived a life long enough(21 now) yet to say its success or failure but ever since i came to know about you i learnt to take life as it comes. I started feeling that each day brings with it a different challenge and i try to face it atleast if not win it. I read a book by you where there are excerpts that were quoted in KBC and some more. There i learnt to think positive for everything because “maan ka ho to achcha hai na ho to zyaada acha”. Ever since i saw the real person in you in KBC i became your FOLLOWER rather than fan. I respect your work, like some, dislike few(though i feel i am not qualified enough for that), but what i really admire is the human being in you. Not many people in this world today have lead a life with so much dignity as u have done. Challenges came and you faced them boldly. You hat pitfalls but you came out of them and continued the run again. This unending energy in yourself is what inspires me so much. Even at this age you are living life to the fullest and I salute you for the same . I really respect you very much from the core of my heart.
Very similar to the story of your other fans, i had also visited mumbai back in 2003 after giving my class 10(now i am doing my engineering degree, about to enter final year). I managed to go to Jalsa gate but obviously in vain. No complaints for that as i understand its not possible for you to meet each and every admirer of yours. I had also sent some letters to you with no reply. Today i feel really guilty that once i had sent a letter to your secretary blaming the person for no reply. I am really sorry and apologise for that. It was then that i received a letter from you in which you said you would manage sometime to meet me. This letter(along with To Be Or Not To Be Amitabh Bachchan which i had bought with my pocket money after class 10 ) are my most expensive possessions after the priceless possesions of my love (Kaushik) and my younger brother(Subhodeep). It has been three years since i got that letter but didnt manage to get a chance to meet you. But to be honest that has given me the urge to become a big name. Hope one day I can be a name big enough to get an appointment from you.
Wishing you all the best,
Hope the get your blessings sir,
your admirer
Lopamudra
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May 25th, 2008 at 11:34 am
Hello Mr Bachchan,
Your writings today are very similar to your ads”kuch meethat ho jaye”.There are always people speaking good about people as they do about mahatma gandhi ..but at the same time its very important to reach to that level.
You might not consider yourself to be a born leader but you have great ability .We need a leader in today s india continue to teach people leading the life the right way(IF there is ANY) as they listen to you and believe you…and that can make great diffrence to our country.
After shobha de s blog ..I happend to read about aishwarya in her interview and must congratulate her for holding her head high with dignity amongst other celebrities.I dont think her dress needed an Iron.What a blooper shobha de.
Great Work Bachchans…All of you.
Have a great sunday
shrimal
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May 25th, 2008 at 11:34 am
Its a treat to read your views.
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May 25th, 2008 at 11:35 am
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Dear Sir,
Your Father’s poetry, “JO beet gayi, so baat gayi……”, make me feel strong to hold my responsibilities to my-self, family and to needy…….
Please share more from your Father’s autobiography………….Take care.
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May 25th, 2008 at 11:36 am
Sir,
Would it be possible for you to post the actual recording (the one that was broadcast on AIR) of Madhushala on your upcoming website?
Regards,
Veena
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May 25th, 2008 at 11:36 am
Dear Amitabh ji,
Namaskar. “Kshama sohti us bhujang ko, jiske paas garal ho” Dinkar ji ne likha hai. Your studied silence would have taken away the hype from the unethical, gimmik of some of the journalists. Why it is that intellectual and knowledgeable people in journalism do not say a single bad word about you or your family?
You have the power to retort and reply to the journalists. It would have been worth it, if what the journalists say, have substance in it. Reacting to baseless gossip like journalistic expressions will only make us believe that there might have been some truth in it which made you feel uncomfortable and thus your rude response.
Thank you
Arun
Delhi
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May 25th, 2008 at 11:40 am
Amit ji,
How about a blog on your musical tastes.Being a fan of yours I have no clue as to what kind of music that you listen to.
Regards,
Rakesh
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May 25th, 2008 at 11:44 am
Dear Amitji……….
Very True !!! Mind is and Amazing Instrument ! u never know what will come up next in ur mind:-)
HE HE HE HE HE like for most of us who wait for ur Post eagerly all the time ….our mind gets delighted as soon as u write on ur blog and feel satisfied and full of joy when we read ur response
Ur fans would be delighted to know u carefully read their comments and try ur level best to answer them
u are so sweet!
Wish Happy Belated Birthday to ur Samdhan
Lots n lots n lots n lots of love
SWati Pai
USA
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May 25th, 2008 at 11:44 am
Sir,
I would be interested in knowing your thoughts about the declining status of Hindi in India. For example, most of our Hindi film actors cannot converse in Hindi - all award functions are conducted in English. I understand that they come from different states and Hindi is not their first language, but shouldn’t they learn it since all the movies they act in are in Hindi? I am using the film industry only as an example, no offence intended.
Best wishes,
Veena
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May 25th, 2008 at 11:45 am
hi sir,
it is always wonderful to hear from u………
ur thoughts towards everybody are really the best…………..
pls be with us always………….. and keep posting
with love
nayan
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May 25th, 2008 at 11:54 am
Respected Sir,
Since you’ve asked for a vote from your readers whether you should continue to respond to the media, my vote is :
” YES! PLEASE HIT THEM BACK!”
I don’t think your responses increase the readership of their column since you’ve quite ingeniously included their articles online, which makes it unnecessary for us to go verify the concerned articles in those newspapers.
But by questioning the authenticity of their tall claims, you definitely show us readers their true faces.
Also not to reply would mean a quiet submission or even worse an admittance to their allegations!
Just don’t spend too much time/energy while doing so, they’re definitely not THAT deserving !
Warm Regards,
Manhar.
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May 25th, 2008 at 11:56 am
Amitji,
I write to you at least twice a week. I have made reading your blog part of my daily routine. Through your tenacity, I find strength. Whenever I feel tired from going to school full-time and working, I read your blog and say, “shoot, if HE can do it and more at his age, then I can certainly go on at 26!” So, thank you.
I read somewhere that you were going to start a website of your father’s work. Do you know when the debut date is now?
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May 25th, 2008 at 11:58 am
Respected Sir,
i had some queries , actually two:-
1. Am a great FAN of AR RAHMAN , you once said that “Rahman and MANI. it seemed as if Rahman saw the film before hand Mani Directed it, for his music and background music automatically emoted what Mani wanted to show.”
i mean something to this effect,
such a superb observation,
My query is :- ” you don’t have a single film with him. I mean except lagaan where you gave your mesmerising Voice.”
“i Want you to dance to his tunes
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2. What propels people like you to work so hard,,,,I mean people like RAHMAN , and yourself.
Jeffrey archer says :-
“If you ask sachin , how can he hit those exquisite cover drives: his answere would be i don’t know,
similarly if you ask me how do i come up with the story plots, his answer would be : I Don’t Know.”
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May 25th, 2008 at 11:58 am
Greetings, again from near Seattle! This has been a very good day. I am refreshed by a day in the garden, the flowers, the birds, and music in the background. I had time to continue to meditate on your father’s writing, which you had shared. I do indeed find great joy in discovering this author, through his son, an actor I admire!
As to “voting” on being bold and blunt with answers to the media, I vote that you continue to be yourself, and write what you feel. This is your blog, and it is your feeling you are expressing. As my grandfather taught us as children, so long as we “own” (take responsibility for) what words come from our mouth, our actions, our writings, we must also take ownership of the consequences of these things we do and say. From your writings, it is my understanding that you do, indeed, agree that to be a true statement. Further, that you are very willing to “own” your words, and the results or consequences of your own writings.
What more can be said to these detractors? I will quote what is attributed to Shakespeare,”To thine own self be true.” Wearing a false face and smiling when you are unsettled inside is NOT to be true to yourself, and may actually cause harm in health.
Statements about brain use… yes! I have read this, and how good of you to bring up this subject to think on. I advise you to use as much of your brain daily as you are able, and I take your advice to push further! What if….? But what if you do not….? Does it not cause remorse and regret later in life, if we always live life to be on the margin? Should we not “get in the game”? I am resolving to be more engaged in my own life! Being a woman, it is one thing I have admired in the actions and life of Jaya-ji, and to some level, also being followed by Aishwarya in her life. These women are active, engaged in their family, but also in outside life. I suspect your own blessed mother was the same!
My love and respect,
Elaine
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May 25th, 2008 at 11:58 am
Hi Mr.bachchan,
Was nice seeing through your blog..i go through it daily and see the different moods of a gentleman .
you seem happy today.
Cheers
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May 25th, 2008 at 11:59 am
Sir,
As an afterthought, I want to add: False and baseless accusations and crticisms are faced by most of the public figures. Even Mahatma Gandhi, Nelson Mandela and Dalai Lama (by Chinese government) were not spared. But people who believed in them, went by thier conviction and understanding of those noble characters and not by what illgotten journalists have to say about them. As other bloggers have said, we know and believe in you. Do you think that the mindless writings of the gutter press and the slander will change our opinion about you. Certainly “NO”; and thus the appeal not to waste your valuable time and energy on replying to them but entertain us with your work and enlighten us with the philosophy and inspiring tales of your parents.
Thank you
Arun
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:00 pm
Dear Sir Amitjee
I am a ardent fan of yours and i have seen all of your movies and through deep bottom of my heart i must confess that nobody in this film world can ever match your acting skills your personality and i still remember how humble you were on KBC with the participants.I found my self so lucky today that because of this medium i am able to write you today and i will pray to god that you read my comments.
Long live you..!!!
Thanks & Regards,
Abhisek SInha
New Delhi
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:03 pm
about the issue of your bahu being married to various flora etc my question is why did you not simply deny all that then when it was all over the country
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:06 pm
a school we were taught about your daddy the great poet…our tutor said that after the death of his first wife he was broken …then a storm came …a terrible storm and gutted so many houses in the area….after things calmed down your daddy saw a bird going with a small stick to make the new nest (with the old one destroyed with the storm)..this inspired your daddy to start again and that was how he was inspired to marry again and subsequently got wedded to your mother…is this anywhere near the truth??
Since we get to hear too many bluff from somany sources i would like to hear it from you.
Since your dad was a great poet i believed it as poetic minds gets inspiration from real life incidents which appear very normal to others
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:07 pm
Hi ami!
It makes me feel amazing that a successful chap like u also needs reassurance in life that he is doing good. Hehe .. I mean if all that success which everyone is fighting for day after day cant give u any assurance then what can? Want is success and being appreciated is just endless in life..A guy like u who has millions of fans is not happy… a person like me who has to do her math assignments week after week is not happy.. Then who is happy?? Ur son seemz like a pretty satisfied guy to me.. neva seen him complain about anyone in media or having a beef with any actors… wonder why.. nice tho atleast he is happy… When u and me r no…
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:09 pm
Hello Mr Bachchan,
I appreciate the way you handle all the criticism from the “Media”. Though i live in America, I never knew that Mrs. Aishwariya Bachchan had appeared on the Oprah and David Letterman shows. It can be said that she was representing India there. I thought she was very diplomatic and conduted herself beautifully.So why did people “trash” her appearances? For me, your best appearance has been on the Sitcom Koffe with Karan when you appeared with your son, Abhishek Bachchan. Can we look forward to see you two coming together on such a reality show? I have studied your father’s poetry in school. It was really deep and at times difficult for us to understand. Have you thought of compiling your poetry into a book??If I am not wrong, you have done three films with cinematographer, Manmohan Singh. Looking forward to your reply. Blessings to you and your family.
Kunwal
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:09 pm
Dear sir
U r one of the worlds wonder
A real big 66 carat diamond n ignorants r unfortunately unabl to evaluate u
Pls update if any cmmnts frm the yohinis or whoevr n chadis or pants
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:10 pm
Dear Big B,
very nicely put.
it is great that u r talking about your fathers works and now i would really love to read them (after first reading about them in your blog).
to date, i have only read his works in my 7th class as a student !!
since u now have such a powerful force with you (of the blog); u shd promote some of the other great wrks too and not your current films - which anyway will be a big hit !!
incidentally, i was and still am a very big fan of premchand (and of course, yours too) - wld be grt if more people can read what he had written.
MAY THE FORCE ALWAYS BE WITH YOU !!
love / regards / admiration / & a bit of jeolousy.
rohit gambhir
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:10 pm
Dear Sir,
Waited for your blog, last 23 hrs…you made our day.. Wishing u a good day!
Best Regards,
Sourabh & Meghana
(Singapore)
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:11 pm
Sir,
Please don’t mind it, but I believe your father has been a much bigger success than you, purely in relative terms.
The medium that you work in, is much more popular and even the times have changed, but his work remains unparalleled.
His words , recited by you in BACHCHAN RECITES BACHCHAN, and ofcourse MADHUSHALA sung by Mr. Manna Dey are my proudest possessions.
I bought a video cassette ( that were the only available format at the time of its release in my hometown ), of AGNEEPATH, only to get inspired by your rendition of the”Agneepath” at the climax……..Wow ! what words……and your rendition………fabulous !!!!!!
You have lots of will power and strength to carry on with your hectic schedule, unmindful of the barbs people aim at you, but I have a feeling, and I hope you agree, that Bachchan Saheb’s words play an integral part in providing you with this seamless energy and power to take this world head on.
Forgive me , if I am wrong……but that is what I feel and just wanted you to know………
Carry on Sir………
with best regards,
Anuj Gaur.
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:11 pm
kajarare kajarare kajarare kajakajakajakajakajakaja kajararee
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:11 pm
PS - working on a sunday ???
Relax - have fun, take some time out AND IN THAT TIME - WRITE LONG BLOGS
LV
rohit
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:13 pm
aapke paas roz itna time kaise milta hai ki aap itne bade bade articles bhejte hain???
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:13 pm
I forgot to add, I think you have chosen the right source to express your emotions to the media. As a public figure, they only have the right to write about your work and professional life. I believe that neither us as fans or the media have any right to comment on how you manage your family. We should only consider your public life to comment on!!!!I hope others agree.
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:16 pm
Dearest Amit sir
i feel so glad that that you take so much time out to reply to your fans.I am overwhelmed,and as the days are passing each second makes me a great admirer of you
i was reading a article by you in harmony magazine published in 2005 about your father. just like your journal it moved me very much
it was “MY Father,MY Hero”
My father, my hero
By Amitabh Bachchan(This article was featured in
Harmony Magazine July 2005)
From a very young age, my brother and I knew that our
father-Harivansh Rai Bachchan-was very special and that he needed
his space. The kind of adulation he received was an indicator of who
he was. Today, I too have many fans but my place in show business is
nothing compared to the popularity he commanded.
He made sure he answered each and every fan letter
personally, even posted them. I wish I could emulate that but I
don’t have his perseverance. I want to compile some of these letters
into a book. Some of his friends have already published volumes of
his letters, but there must be hundreds of them still out there. I
want to do this, even if it is just something for the family to
remember him by.
He wrote us countless letters when we were at boarding school or
working away from home. They did not just have the regular
information like ‘I am well and your mother’s well too’ but also
contained small stories, a little anecdote or a proverb that moulded
our thought process. When we were at home, he always found time to
converse with us during dinner. The conversations and the priceless
letters he wrote to us were rich with teachings and stories about
life and how to live it. On occasions when we needed his physical
presence, he would be there by our side.
My father had immense will power and determination. I have seen
him work 22 hours non-stop to meet a deadline, being 120 per cent
committed to the job at hand. Even when he was unwell, he maintained
a strict schedule that was set around his meal hours, medication
time and physiotherapy. That is another quality I try to follow as
much as I can.
He was almost immobile in his last years. He used to sit in his
wheelchair at one particular space in the living room. One day, I
came to him exasperated with life and said, “Kya sangarsh karna
padta hai” (Life is such a struggle). He looked at me and said, “Jab
tak jeevan hai tab tak sangarsh hai” (Till there is life, there is
struggle). It was an eye-opener. Here I was thinking that all my
responsibilities were over and that I didn’t have to think any more
but, in reality, as long as I am alive, there will be struggle. How
we face and overcome these struggles is what makes a human beingout
of us-a superior human being if we succeed, or an inferior one if we
succumb to them.
Now when I feel like talking to him, I read his books. If I still
don’t find what I am looking for, I imagine what he would have told
me if he were alive. The most complex problems will have the
simplest of solutions if we look at them correctly and with the
right attitude. That’s what my father did and he answered all our
doubts.
We discovered that in his poetry too, he put simple words
together to provide profound insight:
Jo beet gayee so baat gayee.
Jeevan mein ek sitara tha,
Mana woh behad pyara tha,
Woh dub gaya to dub gaya.
Things will go wrong but you don’t need to fret over them.Life will go on.
I still follow one of the things he taught us-each morning when I
wake up I tell myself, ‘Everyday, in every way, I am getting better
and better.’ I genuinely feel good. Today, I tell my family to say
these words with conviction and see the effect it has on them. That
is my father’s legacy.
Yor each word is not only powerfull but they ust inspire the life of millions..I thank you for being such a great human being.
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:16 pm
Dear Sir,
It comes to me as no surprise when I come to read your lines that “If you have the will and desire, the body will walk with you. If you will push, it will respond. If we do not, we shall never know its limit.”
I am a professional singer (www.musicofdhwani.com), a finance professional, a faithful husband, a responsible son and a loving brother all rolled in one. It sometimes becomes very difficult to fulfill all these roles in a single day and sometimes I feel it is no different from the innumerous roles which you have portrayed in reel life which have had such an imapact on the comman man.
But I have made it a point that no matter what, I will give whatever I have in me, to live all these roles successfully like the way you have done so amazingly well. I want to make it big in bollywood as a playback singer someday.
When I see that at this age also, you have such energy in fulfilling all the roles that you also go through, I can realy connect with your ways of going through so many roles in your reel and real life. You are pushing all the limits of the body and soul and infact I also do the same thing.
You are an inspiration and I learn a lot from you on each day of my existence.
Thank you for everything and god bless you and your family everlasting happiness, good health and prosperity.
Regards,
Sriram Iyer
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:16 pm
Hello Sir,
Dr. Bachchan’s words have influenced a whole lot of people(that includes me too).
Just a request sir,
Can we have Madhushala recorded in your voice?
I am sure this will be a treat for all the fans of Dr. Bachchan and Big B.
Regards,
Varun
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:16 pm
Dear Mr. Bachchan,
Hong Kong: 25th May 2.45 pm
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Something to share with you.
Asia’s richest man, Mr. Li Ka Shing (He sold Hutch India to Vodafone) at a press conference couple of days ago, complained that
1) While he was visiting his wife’s grave, reporters brought a mad woman to harrass him.
2) Media sent bouncer type reporters to photograph his grand child in Kindergarden.
Is this right ? Are reporters not human ? Do they not treasure their privacy ?
How low will they stoop for sensational scoops ? Do they not have any ethics ?
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You have to fight, in fact it might even teach a few scribes to better their profession.
BR
Mike
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:18 pm
hello sir i am in germany now but you know i dont want to miss your daily blog so i am writing you from my brother in laws laptop i love to read about your childhood and about your father and mother . please do write something about your child hood memories every day .we learn from them and i tell every thing to my daughter and try to explain her that she should not miss anything about our great indian culture and hindi literature as we dont stay there. i have grown up watching your movies and my desire to at least see you once in my life time .i dont know that will be fulfilled or not but now as i know i can atleast communicate with you so i try to write you every day thank you so much forstarting this blog bye rakhi germany
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:19 pm
Amitji,
Going through this blog entry, it is evident that my comment to your previous entry has gone overlooked.
No problem, I repeat my request here. I know that billions of your fans are with me when I request you to put up some of your memorable dialogues as audio files on this blog. I know I am not alone in making such request, as it will be a treat for all the teaming millions of Bachchan-maniacs who would like to hear “लो कलà¥à¤²à¥‹ बात …. You see sir I can walk Inglish, I can talk Inglish, I can laugh Inglish, becauz, Inglish is a pphunny language…..” on your blog. It will make the experience even more magical.
So please, please, please, do not disregard my request for the sake of millions of your fans.
Lots of Love,
Aditya Pratap V.
Hyderabad.
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:22 pm
Hello Amit Jee,
I think myself as your biggest fan. It is not your acting only but your dignity, being humble and nice human being makes you more adorable. The way you handled the Industry for last 40 years are commendable.
‘Tum Jiyo Hazaron Sal, ye hai meri Arzoo’.
God Bless you and help you in excelling in movies as always
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:24 pm
Amit jee,
Charansparsh !
Instinct/Intuition is utilized too…
Shubh Din !
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:25 pm
Dear Sir,
I cant believe that I am writing to you. It is a great honor to be writing to you. I am a big fan of yours and I was brought up on a staple diet of your sholay dialogues ( my dad is a bigger fan and he knows all your movies and their dialogues) I have been a ardent reader of your blog and I am deeply saddened by the recent posts. You have been hitting back at the media quite a lot and giving out explanations and defending your family a lot. Sir, you seem to have forgotten the golden rules. The media is like a big fart. It is air and it stinks, but you cant beat it or hurt it.. you just have to close your nose and let it pass. DONT REACT. When you react you hurt your image which you have painstakingly cultivated. When elephants walk, dogs bark. The elephant shouldnt take note of it.. just walk by..//
My dear Shyam N,
elephants walk away…but TIGER?
let us forget amitabh for now..and consider you..
if someone in your office..tells something bad about you.which is not true..
then what will you do..you will try to tell as many people as possible..
that ..wat someone has said about you is absolutely rubbish..and make them believe that you are right..thats is the humane nature..
by telling more and more people..you anger/frustration/helplessness will be at ease..this is heart..!
When something is wrong and if you share with someone, your heart’s weight will decrease..i hope u got my point…
and on a funny note..he is TIGER..not elephant!
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:28 pm
respected sir,
being a great admirer of yours, i was wondering how it would be if would write books or an autobiography and publish it for the indian audiences. i am sure that if at all you are writing any book, it is bound to be a bestseller, not only because you have the publicity and fame for it, but also because of your proficiency in the language. we all would love to read a book published by you sir….
awaiting a reply this time…
Shashank Kanuparthi
19 yrs of age.
hyderabad
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:31 pm
hi pa hw r u?????i m very unfortunate dat i didnt reply you yesterday or else even i would had recievd sum reply from you……..anyways have a nice day….n my best wishes are always with abhishek not with you……hahaha…he is the best…
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:32 pm
Baba,
Will it be possible for you talk about a few of your co-stars like Amjad Khan or Ajit or Sanjeev Kumar. It would be somewhat like the book that Sunny Gavaskar wrote “Iols”. Justa thought. Please, do think about it.
Regards,
Anupam
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:32 pm
Dear Sir,
Thanks for wrting your blog.I got to know that u r only a human which is not above seven sins.keep writing.it is a good that we got to know each other u better.
Bye
Rajeev
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:33 pm
hello amitji
no need to stress that i am also one of those millions who simply adore you,no need to mention that we simply wait to read the blog everyday,no need to request as everybody does that you need not react to the media as you are giving them more fodder to write
just was being more curious to know that aishwarya hails from mangalore (bunts ) what is your so called take on the people of manglore do you have any personal experiences to share
regards kavi
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:36 pm
just promise one thing mr.bachchan that that u are never going to change.
i love the way u are at present.i think u are the most balanced person i hav ever seen.am happy that u did not respond to some abusive comments on the blog.always keep smiling.
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:36 pm
Loving and Dearest Amit Ji,
]. Also, rest assured - whole world knows that No-one is PARALLEL To You in Talent, Entertainment, Personality !
- for some reason or the other!
Whoops! You are witty; enormously exhilarating; swift intelligent personality; you exude Oxygen in any ambiance; you own a voice that thrills to kill !!!
You know it ! Just reminding you one more thing - Everyone Loves You [Even your critics
Whole nation feels the pain when you get hurt.! The same nation smirks when you HAPPY..! So be always happy - Respond to the critics though…Talk the talk & Walk the Walk way..! That’s also important. Let their cards fall where they may - Your AURA is Eternal..!!!
U R The Real SUPER STAR…Rest are just meteoroids thrusting illusions as stars on themselves - Due to respect to them though.
I loved you since my childhood; prayed for you in the times you suffered; danced your way whenever I saw your dances; tried matching your voice with your great songs; Tried desperately to have a glimpse of you 10 -12 times with failed attempts
Whoops again! You are so mesmerizing and so charismatic ! that I will be so exited the day when I see you – sure I will be thrilled to death if I get lucky enough to touch your feet & shake hands with you
With Best Regards & Lots of wishes to you and whole family,
Mukesh with wifey Dolly Verma.
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:38 pm
Dear sir,
This is the 1st time I am writing to this blog
I can beleve I am writing to u
Love ur movies
I have a Dream from childhood to meet to once don’t know when dream will come true, everytime I pass by ur house in juhu wish to get to see u 1s
anyway sir if u would reply to this it will make me happy it will be like taking to u PLEASE TRY
Take care
Have a good day
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:39 pm
Swamy asserts that in my responses to the media I should not be so blunt. Alright. Lets take a vote on that. Those in favor say ‘yes’, those not say ‘no’.â€
My vote is “YES” because we need to fight and stand up to irresponsible media. Injustice in any form has to be fought. If we dont it will flourish.
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:40 pm
Dear Sir:
I was concerned about your health and recently pointed it out a few days back. Today I have got my answer.The way you look at life is really inspiring. I think, new generation should take this as a lesson. Your words are aspiring as ever. I wonder how can a person of your stature be so humble. Had we, the people of this society, had this great quality of yours, may be 25% of yours, it would have been a different world. Now-a-days we spend all our times boasting of and bragging. God forgive us. I have just started reading ‘In the Afternoon of Time’. I wish I could conceive this! We have just watched ‘BhoothNath’ and liked it very much. You are outstanding as ever. I also liked banku’s work. My 5 years old son has enjoyed it more than any body else. He is so touched and moved with the movie that now he wishes and dreams off to meet ‘bhoothnath’. I wish his dreams come true!
Good luck.
Aranya
Dhaka, Bangladesh
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:42 pm
Hello Amitji:
I have been reading your blog for quite some time now…I cann`t believe how well you write….and how easy you express yourself. You are a confident man and wise. I could probably talk to you all day and never get bored! I would like to call you Amitji uncle since you remind me of my fave uncle!
I cann`t say I am a big fan of yours but I surely respect you and your work especially in the earlier part of your carrier…70s and 80s….My all time favorites are Sholay and Deewar.
Am looking forward to Sarkar 2….have watched the 1st one and I liked it.
I would like to ask you, will you ever do a movie with Aamir Khan if a good script comes your way?
I truly enjoy reading your posts…please continue indulging us!
Cheers, Mojgan
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:44 pm
This goes to you from a great fan of yours. I have been reading your blog and the letters from the beginning with great curiosity and interest. In my multiple role of a professional gynaecologist, housewife and mother of two kids, I allow myself to this luxury of reading your great thoughts. Salute to your literacy skills and command on the language. Keep it filled with your other thoughts and not about ‘media’ more.
We idolize you look up to you in times of hardships, place ourselves in your shoes and sometimes ‘quote’ your dialogues. Funny! Isn’t it? But that’s how I saw my great father behaving.
My husband, a paediatrician, also copies you and my 6 years son who stills calls you Papita Bachan and seen Bhoothnath in Rajkot and by chance in Mumbai too, also adores you.
I think you are the most common and adequate factor in our family. We will remain be your fans but I will like to see you more vibrant and cheerful.
Bye for today. Sleep adequately!
Roli
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:46 pm
Mr. Bachchan
You are a true inspiration. Attempting to respond to some of the comments made by readers is commendable indeed. I’m sure all those who have been addressed by you must be ecstatic.
I would also like to see you share some of the art behind filmmaking in this blog. Your philosophical discourse on other subjects is also of equal value if not more.
Khalil
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:47 pm
Amitabh…you are simply the best…
Sanjeet
Fiji Islands
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:47 pm
Hello Mr. Amitabh!
Its cool that you are writing a blog.
I read somewhere that you are being paid a three digit sum (in crores) by bigadda to write on their blogging service. It might be true or it may not be true. But I am sure there will be some compensation for you. And you surely deserve it. With your blog, you are reaching your fans and also it is a commercial venture for bigadda.
I would like to offer a PERMANANT PICTURE/FLAH AD in the first page right at the top in my blog. This ad will lead to your blog and also to big adda website. This ad will be permanant. All I ask for is a good compensation. I am a student and started my own blog to write personal articles. But now I also want to make money through my blog.
So BIGB sir and BIGADDA dudes, consider my offer for a permanant Ad placement in my blog (http://soporificsatire.blogspot.com) in return, I need a decent compensation.
Cheers!
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:50 pm
I heard a song and it became one of my favourites - Rim jhim gire saawan, sulag sulag jaye mann, bheege aaj is mausam mein, lagi kaisi yeh agan. After singing to that for a month, I found out it was from the movie Manzil and picturised on you. Now how could I miss that movie?????????????
To those who are comparing you with these new actors that have popped up, the comparison should have been between actors from your time. Most of the current actors have the advantage of special sound and video effects and more competitive stories. I can imagine your rule if we brought back the Amitabh of those days. At your age, you are doing wonders already. You have become the envy of actors who can’t digest your success, of journalists and politicians, etc.
Your success is so great, others tried to follow your exact path, but you are the true Don! Ek dum original!
Keep up the good work and remember you have more well-wishers than distractors.
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:50 pm
It is pleasure to read your bolgs everyday. As everyone here (and many across the world), I’m one of your die-hard fan. I’m from Yavatmal a small district in Maharashtra. I remember you once came there for some prize distribution ceremony for a contest organized by Lokmat / Darda family. I was a small boy then, but I still remember that day and how your visit brought our small town to stand-still. Many ppl from all near-by villages came there to have a glimpse of you. I was happy to get a place from where I could see you “live” :). Anyways, the point I’m trying to make is… It (your visit to our town) was more than a festival for all of us and showed how many people admire you (in recent time I guess… only can be compared with Sachin Tendulkar)…
Keep writing….
~Makarand
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:50 pm
Dear Amitabh:
You do not necessarily have to follow tit for tat isn’t it? Today morning I read TOI Shobha De’s column “Meere pas blog hai”, so should I expect some reaction from your side tomorrow?????.
Spend time with your grandchildren and enjoy life.. Both your children are married and settled in life.. God has given you enough love from millions, fame, fortune.. you could not have asked for more isn’t it?
Relax and enjoy life..Look into other aspects of life apart from movies, studios…Life has lots to offer…
Take care
Regards
Poornima Chandra
Dubai
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:51 pm
hello sir,,
i want to know what do you read.
which author,, which books,,, may be we could also learn what made you such a larger than life figure.
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:52 pm
Hello Sir
Your blog has really become a great source of inspiration to most of us.
Earlier I was fan of your acting capabilities, but now I have become a fan of your writing style. You are the best!!
With regards
Tanuj Goyal
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:55 pm
sir,
i wish u had responded to my comment also.but never mind it’s great that u have taken time to respond to so many fans.
waiting for ash,abhi and jayaji to start blogging.
lots of love
Anuja
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:57 pm
Dear Mr. Bachchan
I am really taken aback by your initiative to write a blog. I had given this idea to one of the my friend at rediff.com a few years back when I was in USA. But it was rejected by his boss. So unfortunate of him to have done so.
Anyways, I had something in my mind about celebrity blogging and have posted it to my blog, “FinanceTechno-wealth building ideas”. I would appreciate if you visit it and give me your feedback. Below is the link for your easy access.
http://financetechno.blogspot.com
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:57 pm
Dear sir,
This is the 1st time I am writing to this blog
I can beleve I am writing to u
Love ur movies
Its my dream to meet u 1s don’t know when that dream will come true
u have had fans from abroad come to see u and they get to meet u
I stay in Mumbai and i can’t even see or meet u 1s
everytime I pass buy ur house in juhu I wish to see u 1s
if u reply to this message it will make me happy
hope to meet to 1s
take care
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:57 pm
sorry for the mistake…should read career not carrier…
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:57 pm
Dear Mr Bachchan,
I have read your writing wth great interest. Its amazing how many interests you have apart from acting. You write sincerely and from the heart.
I am a teacher of German and portrait painting is my hobby. I have already had a solo exhibition of portraits and am preparing for my next one in October. I would be very honoured to paint a portrait of your esteemed parents if you would give me the opportunity. I would love to send you samples of my work by email, if you would send me an email adress to which I could send the pictures. I have done portraits of several celebrities, especially musicians.
Hoping to hear from you
With regards
Sabita Dhar
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:57 pm
Hello AmitabhSir…
Very eagerly everyday i wait for your next post and i feel really delighted reading them..The thought that somewhere these blogs make some connection with you is in itself so overwhelming…
Today the 1st feeling which crossed my mind was that of disappointment though..of not reading my name…The response very next to mine caught your eyes and my brutal luck…you missed mine…the thought that so far you haven’t noticed any of my responses made me sad momentarily…yes only momentarily as Mohit (My husband) explained me that you never promised to reply to each person writing to you..And yes of course its not possible to reply to the gamete of responses you get daily…
Dad has always quoted me the verses from Bhagwat Gita(Which he says can bring the greatest wisdom to human life) — the root cause of all pain is the desire…Well True I should keep reading and responding unconditionally without the expectation of a reply…
Though I do have a fear in mind—I hope you do not stop blogging …I hope you continue for days n days to come….
Btw - Are you working on Sundays too???????????
My wish – To be able to meet you some day.
…Miles to go before I sleep…..
Snigdha Priyadarshini
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:59 pm
What a natural and sincere flow of words! It reminds me of waiting for my father’s letters which had all hope, encouragement, and happiness in that. Thanks for spending your time in writing this blog. I do really appreciate that. You take care, Sir!
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May 25th, 2008 at 12:59 pm
It’s amazing that with such a busy schedule you manage to read the comments on your blog… kudos to your amazing energy!
Plus people will LOVE that you’re addressing them personally… another incentive to keep coming back here again and again… can you imagine the joy they would feel in telling a family member or a friend: “Amitabh Bachchan mentioned me on his blog!”? Trust me … it’s like a dream come true
Take care…
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:00 pm
dear sir,
greetings..i take this opportunity to congratulate you on your persistent efforts to keep up with the times..seldom we see the will amongst the elders to if not transform but atleast make an effort to reinvent themselves and understand.in this time and age when everybody around us is hell bent on making a point i wish to applaud all of those who can actually see someone else s perspective and appreciate..
it is so important..dont you think so..?
neelu
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:00 pm
respctd sir,
plz give few comments on shobha de’s edit in TOi today…but only after a sweet story from ur memory…maybe childhood…anythign that u wana talk abt…towards the end of ur blog…comments on Shobha de’s ” yeah Right” in todays TOI..
good sunday!
regards
divvy
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:01 pm
dear sir,
greetings..i take this opportunity to congratulate you on your persistent efforts to keep up with the times..seldom we see the will amongst the elders to if not transform but atleast make an effort to reinvent themselves and understand.in this time and age when everybody around us is hell bent on making a point i wish to applaud all of those who can actually see someone else s perspective and appreciate..
it is so important..dont you think so..?
neelu
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:03 pm
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:03 pm
Amitji,
Here is my vote on below:-
“Swamy asserts that in my responses to the media I should not be so blunt. Alright. Lets take a vote on that. Those in favor say ‘yes’, those not say ‘no’.â€
I am “Totally Disagree” with Mr. Swamy. You should be “more harsh and blunt” (as i found you are soft compared to them) on media or journalist or whoever it may be, writing baseless articles to malign your image and directly attacking you and your family just to get the cheap publicity. Now its become a fashion, whoever wants to be in limelight or attention from masses (people) simply targeting you. Please listen to your inner voice as this will guide you through every moment of your life. Don’t bother about anybody…..like “Mujhe jo accha lagta hai mai woh karta hu..” we all are with you.
I would like to ask one thing to Mr. Swamy….How you would have reacted when someone abuses you….target your family….make false and baseless allegation against you…..always after you?? Would you be gentle on them?? Would you have pampered them or thanks them?? I guess you would have filed defamation case or must have manhandled them. Isn’t it Mr. Swamy?? Keep one thing in mind always “har ek baat ka ant hota hai”….Enough is Enough!!
He has been keeping mum since long time….He has every right to defend himself and his family from false allegation. Is it wrong to defend oneself??
“Tu na thamega kabhi, Tu na Mudega kabhi, Kar shapath…..kar shapath….kar shapath….Agni path… Agni path.
With Love
Vishal Toshniwal
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:06 pm
Dear Big B,
Today I am 43rd person.
I am not much in to reading but I did like your above blog.
How do you spend your free time?
Best regards,
Sunil
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:06 pm
I am suffering from the Mysthenia Gravies.
From someone knows that you also some time ago have Mysthenia Gravies.
It seems that you were recover from the deasese.
It is too costly treatment.
What can say more to you there is no relation between you and me.
but why I do not know i am telling you ….
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:07 pm
looks like u r doin a good job with ur blog.
never thought would read another one after reading the first one last month………
but i was wrong….have read quite a few and whenever i open the page i try not to spend much time on it but……..actually end up reading many of ur blogs……
interesting reading….most of them……
keep it up………..
regards
bratin banerjie.
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:07 pm
Dear Amitji,
I agree if Media can be blunt so can be Amitji without annomisity against anyone.As you have asked i am voting for you. Amitji i would wish and would suggest us to share your experiences with us…Be it like working with Manmohan Desai who was a great director or say Ramesh Sippy or Prakash Mehra. Are they still directing movies. No actors could have worked with so many directors as you. Sir earlier Man Ji would be directing you and now say Karan Johar is directing you. How does it feel ? We know more about your makeup man but not about these directors in your words. We would wish to know the hard work of the technical people involved in movies. They do hard work too but indian masses gives credit only to actors who portray characters
on screen.
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:08 pm
Dear Amitji,
I am a regular reader of your blogs. I like the philosophical message that you convey in your writings. Your writing on “mind” is truly wonderful! I just want to add the fact that the sense of satisfaction that one gets by working to near exhaustion is truly an exhilarating experience.
Your ardent fan,
Rajesh
Los Angeles 1:00 am
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:10 pm
Dear Sir,
Sorry ! Dare my to recorrect this humbly. Is it like this?
” Ladwate hain maszid-mandir, mel karati madhushala !”
Sanjay,
Rajkot.
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:10 pm
Dear Amit Ji,
I’m for ‘YES’ for your blunt response to media which report everything bluntly.
regards
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:10 pm
Adding to your 33% theory - G B Show writes ” Most people think once or twice a year. I have an international reputation for doing it twice a week” Does that justify all the raucus about your blog? Today morning enjoyed Shobaa De’s post — Mere paas blog hai I hope you do not react to it.
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:14 pm
Recently i read a newspaper & came to know that in SARKAR RAJ the role of ABHISHEKJI in the film SARKAR RAJ will be killed.But i think it should not be done as it lost the interest of the film.
As its the wish of shree RAM GOPAL VERMAJI. he is the director also.
amitji is it necessary to work on SUNDAYS? sorry u r asking us . but now the position is like that we r asking to u?
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:17 pm
Namaste Mr. Bachchan!
I like read Your blog. I can practice my English when I write to You and
Your blog is my motivation to learn it better. For me people who can write
about feelings , life and ideas are great.
I’m very happy ,that I can read to You. I’m 15 years old and I love INDIA.
I can’t wait when I start study indian philology. I have a problem because
I want to do someting for India ,but I haven’t any idea. I’m going on meetings
Indian Polish Culture Commitet but I think , that it very little.
I want to do someting more.:-)
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:19 pm
Dear Amitabh SIR,
I am quite lucky.I saw you twice. Once in Flight from Chandigadh to Mumbai of Jetairways ,app. one & half month back.
and second when you were shooting for shoebite near sinnar( nasik).You were shooting on that highway ( terrible heat & dry wind ) .
Dear Sir , I am proud to say you one thing ,that place is my native place.
Thanks you so much for keeping your feet on such desert. Many thanks once again. I was just passing by that Highway .I couldnt stop for more time , As MY Marriage was set on next day at Mumbai.
DEAR SIR , ALL THE BEST ,TAKE CARE ,YOUR WRITING SKILL IS SIMPLY SUPERB.
I DONT HAVE WORDS TO APPRECIATE THE SAME.
KEEP IT UP .I REGULARLY READ ALL YOUR BLOGS. ALL OF THEM ARE SIMPLY GREAT.
THANKS ONCE AGAIN ,
SUBHASH S.
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:21 pm
Sir,
I don’t know from where to start. I feel as if my part dream is being fullfilled by interacting with u through this blog.I wish to meet u in person but till date i don’t find myself confident for same. I am devoted fan of yours.I am of 24yrs in age. Since early chilhood I have been seing your movies. The first movie which I saw of yours was Ganga Jamna Saraswati in1989 and since then I have been seing your almost all movies including in which you have guest appearance also.It was in the air that you shall not act in movies after the movie “khudha gawah” (Remember: Oye Lalley di jaan itna mat soch, soch gehri ho jaaye toh faisley kamzor ho jaatey hai”) on learning this I became so emotional that I wept for a few days,as you would not be seen in new movies. At that time media was not so active n offensive. I have all appreciation for your way of life,your expressions in Hindi,English. You have come out successfully from many ups n downs in your life n faced difficulties boldly n bravely.
I wish to interact wid you further more in future.
With blessing of Almighty you are in good state of health and I pray that youu enjoy good health and flawless success
I expect to recieve reply from your end.
With Regards
Varun Suri
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:24 pm
Respected Amit Bhaia,
I take the liberty to call you Bhaia as I hail from Allahabad. We still have our anscestral house in Lukerganj,Allahabad. I did my schooling from St.Joseph’s
then Anglo Bengali and graduated from Allahabad University. I am 58 now & at the last leg. I had been aspairing to meet or contact you ever since I started viewing your movies. My elder brother (AbirBose) and self even went to Bombay in 1989 to meet you personally to gift you my brother’s recorded songs (Ravindra Sangeet in Bengali and Hind). As the hindi translation was not up to the mark we wanted to take your help. Anyway,that’s an old story and my brother(Abir) is still serching his dreams.
I have a son(elder) and a daughter both working in Mumbai.I am staying in Kolkata with my wife. Our children are asking us to settle at Mumbai with them
I am working as fulltime Consultant with A PSU heading the (Purchase-Material Dept.). Earlier, I was based at Kanpur overseeing Northern India In the Marketing wing. Do I have an opening in Mumbai,? particularly to be with my children. I had been nursing a desire since long to join your Organisation in the capacity as you deem fit.
I do not know if you will read this as could not think of any other means to reach you directly.
One of my friend (with HMV then) presented me an audio cassettee “Bachchan Recites Bachchan”, since then I recite the poems in gatherings and on Hindi Divas also and believe me I am a hit on such ocassions. I am also inclined towards theatre and have acted in various Bengali and Hindi plays wherever I have been posted.I had acted in Hindi Doordarshan plays from Ranchi too.
Please suggest/direct me as you please.
With deep regards,
Yours,
Gouranga
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:25 pm
great sir
although neither do i possess the flowery language of your nor do i read poems but reading some verses here and also i remember you reading them at various function
(i remember one here at sahara lucknow) you add to the beautiful verses although i havent heard your father recite them so cant really compare but you are quite good
why dont you start giving us a few verses a day it would be great
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:25 pm
dear sir,
I was surprised to read the replies of most of the comments posted to you by many of your fans……..after so much busy schedule you find the time to express your feelings on the comments……….great …….and rightly said that if there is will there is a way…and yes we all utilise only33 % of our brain power……..trust me ……..its like a dream come true……..Take Care……
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:26 pm
I think this blog is a medium for venting ur personal anger on evry1 u don like
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:29 pm
Can I expect a reply ?
Gouranga
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:31 pm
Dear Boss,
Your writing is simply amazing and inspiring.
You have given a fitting reply to these so called jounalists. You still have the shades of “angry young man - Vijay”. I am enjoying your blogs immensely.
Please continue your good work.
May God keep you in good health for years to come.
Take care.
Sandeep
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:33 pm
You rarely miss responding. If I ever become famous I would certainly would love to do this. Spread goodness!
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:36 pm
I agree being blunt does not mean that you are being hateful. You’re simply stating your case! I vote.. continue being blunt!!!!!!!
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:37 pm
Dear Sir,
I always wanted to ask you about one of your co-actors in many films , I don’t know his real name but was called PYAARE in most of 70’s flicks . In Kaalia he is a lame prisoner who sings song in jail , in Muqaddar ka sikandar he accompany’s you to mujra , in namak halal he is called bhairo singh and so on. i always tried to read between the line in your interaction with him in the reel life and formed a opinion that you two share a special relationship off films . Please comment on how freindly you were with him , and most importantly is he still alive ? I think he is a brilliant actor???
Inquisitive Saif from dubai
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:42 pm
I think this blog is for venting ur anger on evry1 u dont like
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May 25th, 2008 at 1:47 pm
Dear Amitabh Bacchan Ji,
This is my first time to visit your blog. I would have never known about it unless I read in the TOI about “you and media” comments. (here media good for your blog!). I belong to Ladakh and happy that you have been there for shooting once. Your fathere’s Madhushala is one of my favorite Hindi poem, specially the ends —ala! and the bigger message of “Nasha” of all kinds in this Samsara. I must say with your voice the peom got the energy like of a strong windblow to a jungle fire!
It is unbelievable that you have so much of energy to write so much everyday…though I understand you might not be typing yourself but read the comments and dictate verbally to someone? –my mind just wonders!!!
Since, I have only read todays post and have not mu