Posted on: July 30, 2008 - 11:35 am
New York, NY July 29, 2008 8:30 pm
Dearest All,
Drenched with the reactions of the San Francisco show and completely overwhelmed by the affection of the audience in the Bay Area, I have traveled on the ‘Red Eye’ to New York before we perform in Houston, for a little rest and recuperation.
It has been tough to ascertain which one turned out the best. But as of now I think the scales tilt in favor of SFO. Albeit marginally.
I must confess I was apprehensive on what San Francisco would hold for us. After a stupendous gig at LA, the law of averages would not have favored the next one. Also there was no time. We finished very late in Los Angeles and by the time we got back to the Hotel and dined and turned in it was around 3 in the morning. We had an early flight virtually arriving into SFO just in time for the show. There was no rehearsal. No time to even check the stage and barely enough space to get into our costumes. But, it all worked. There was a madness and frenzy backstage, but all worked out fine. Production and artistes are sincerely feeling that technically SFO was the best and are now also of the sincere opinion that maybe no rehearsals and a little frenzy adds to the final outcome.
The medication still continues as do the energy drinks just before going on, but there are fresh problems. Sores on the tongue ! It’s the antibiotics the doc says and many different kinds of creams and swabs and solutions are being applied, but it’s been 4 days now and it is uncomfortable and painful. Problem eating, talking, swallowing, speaking…
But on stage… the roar from the crowds makes you forget everything.
Abhishek and Aishwarya took off yesterday also. In another direction. Via the Pacific to Mumbai. Abhishek endorses Omega and he has an event in New Delhi tomorrow. So, and this is crazy, he will reach there in the morning, go to Delhi and attend the event in the evening and at night set off again for Houston, arriving a night before the show !!
Time, space, travel, communication have become so intransient.
Many responses talk of the emotion connected to the show, the efforts made to travel to the venue from distances not traversed normally. They talk of being moved to tears to see us in person and to be fulfilling long-standing dreams. It is to us too equally emotional. We shed tears of joy at seeing your appreciation. It may not look very evident but I can tell you that inside all of us there are similarities. I cannot say what sparks it, but spark it does. And in the quiet of our bedrooms or wherever it is that we find ourselves in solitude a retrospection a self-appraisal unconsciously takes place, where we cherish and relive the moments spent with you in public.
Many of you mention that you spend days talking, discussing, what you saw and what you experienced. It is no different our end. A moment, a face, an expression in the audience, a remark, everything. We talk about it. We laugh over it. We lament at having forgotten something we should or could have done. We allow it to become a part of us for days and years. To the youngsters, as we sit around, I still give vivid memories of my past stage experiences. What happened then. How it happened. Who did what and where. This generation is fortunate that every move of theirs will be documented. Our pity is that nothing was documented ever. No photographs, no recordings, nothing. We never did those events with the intent of creating substance for posterity. We did it to go out and enjoy an evening with friends and well wishers. We never looked at it as usable software for the future, as a potential asset, as a property to be stored. It was just the thrill of being together and spending an evening of fun and entertainment. Much of the Western world and in particular the Americans have a culture of keeping records, even if it is seemingly immaterial. And it is remarkable how well documented their past is, visually. In the East, or at least in India and its surrounding regions the emphasis has been more on the verbal than the visual. Actions deeds and words from our ancestors come down to us through words and moments spoken to us through our elders, almost generational.
There is a rush at times to unload all or most of it somewhat hurriedly. It emanates perhaps from the inevitable. Before the brain goes into retard mode, all that is required to be taught or spoken must come through rapid procedure.
I find myself more vocal than before with my progeny. I have very little to give, but whatever I have needs to go swiftly.
Is this why I blog ? Is this an unconscious occurrence ?
I really do not know and maybe never shall.
My love as always
Amitabh Bachchan
July 30th, 2008 at 11:42 am
HEllo Mr Bachchan,
You rock!!
Regards
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:43 am
Hello Sir,
I’m happy that Im the first to comment.
All the best for everything you do.
With love n prayers,
Sumi.
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:43 am
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Amazing “AAA†Battery – You three AB’s are like RAINBOW with those life defining ‘three colors’!
!i!i! !i!i! (”V”)
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!i!i!…i!i!i
i!i!i !i!i! i!i!i Dearest Big B,
‘You should be banned in India - as you are much more addictive than the most addictive things available on this planet !’
Just wondering after watching these pictures - what media will say now? Sure, they will remain SPEECHLESS now as this “AAA†battery is ON THE ROCK !!!
Get well soon, Sir, by any means! And all the best for all your shows.
(¨`•.•´¨) Always
.`•.¸(¨`•.•´¨) Keep
(¨`•.•´¨)¸.•´ Smiling!
.`•.¸.•´ With Lots of Well- Wishes and Regards.
Dolly and Mukesh Verma - Auckland, NZ
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:45 am
hey Mr. Bachchan…. congrats for all the successful shows. But I like Abhishek more than you.
Best,
Nirali
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:45 am
Great Going!
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:48 am
The very fact that despite all that busylife ,you are connected to us,care to address us and share whatever you wish to ,makes me feel a part of your life. Thank you for just being you.
It is great to feel that you look foward to your blog(I think)I feel honoured ,cherished by my hero.!!!!
Do take care of your health.You owe it your fans .
Take care
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:48 am
Dear Mr. Bachchan,
Congratulations on the success of your shows!
I am sure you are aware of the incidents which have occured in Bangalore and Ahemdabad in last one week. If it is not much of a problem for you, it will be great if you can use your platform (”Unforgettable” tour) to highlight this issue with our NRI brothers. Any support from them will be of great help to the people going through this trauma.
Hope you will get many more accolades in coming days.
Thanks,
GG
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:49 am
dear sir… i am a regular reader of ur blog and have dropped in a few of my comments too. Its really gr8 and honour for us to read the views of a pioneer from our film industry. while reading ur daily blog, i feel as if i have come to know u so much more… more than from the movies,,, more than from the interviews,,, more than from the news,,, I wish u loads of success and love to u n ur family.
shipra
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:50 am
Get Healthy and rock the US …
So you mised to visit Yosemite and also Sunnyvale …
Why don’t they find better hotels for your stay ?
Hiton is not of your life style …
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:51 am
Dearest Amitji,
Till now, i had only heard of your blog, but finally got a chance of witnessing it today. The Internet has eliminated barriers that once existed between fans and their idols, which is quite evident from your blog.
Keep up the good work!!! Wishes for the success of Houston’s Show, it’s quite tiring isn’t it ? But as they say “The Show Must Go On and So It Shall”
Cheers to Abhi, Ash & Jayaji.
R2sk.
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:51 am
hi uncle amit…the descriptions seem incredible. what a rush it must be for all of you…to be there live in front of your audience, responding to their excitement and fervour! wow! one gets excited sitting on a chair facing the computer screen at home just reading an account of the buzz you all actually experience! its a hard life though with a high price to pay! with poor abby zipping across the globe to keep simultaneous appointments in the antipodies! hats off to all of you! love, as always. s.
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:51 am
Hello Amit ji,
Very happy for the wonderful show u had.
Please take care of urself…….as that is most important…………
b complex or rubifol may help in sores……..
u may also try honey………
feels awkward to suggest like this but it may help.
Take care.
Thanks and regards,
Susmita
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:51 am
DEAR SIR,
HOW ARE YOU SIR?HOW WAS YOUR DAY?I PRAY TO GOD FOR YOUR HEALTH AND THE SUCCESS OF YOUR SHOW.PLEASE TAKE CARE.
BEST WISHES AND WARM REGARDS
HIMMAT SINGH GREWAL
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:52 am
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HOT! HOT!! HOT!!!
COOL! COOL!! COOL!!!
SEXXXY! SEXXXY!! SEXXXY!!!
And definitely - *U*N*F*O*R*G*E*T*T*A*B*L*E*!!!
Give us more pics, Sir…………!!!!!
More Pics, more videos and more descriptions!!!!!!
We want to see pics of you & Ash together…
of Abhishek & Preity Zinta together….
of Ash & Madhuri together!!!
We want to HEAR YOU recite poems & deliver dialogues!
We want to SEE YOU dancing to your old & new numbers!!!
We want to READ YOU describing the mob & media frenzy!!!!
Give us more, Give Us More, GIVE US MORE!!!!!!
And continue conquering the world!!!!!!!!
CHEERS!!!!!!
Rajesh Kejriwal
BigB Yahoo Groups
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:52 am
how true is that?
http://www.rediff.com/entertai/2000/may/17pooja2.htm
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:52 am
Dear Sir,
I think you’r a very inspirational human being and my favourite since my childhood and you definitely changed the trend of hindi films.
I have a suggestion, why don’t you have a couple of shows for our armed forces as well.
warm regards
sincerely,
bhawna.
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:53 am
just read my typo…sorry! antipodes!! s
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:53 am
Glad you enjoyed meeting Indian Express Editor in Fremont,
Here is something for you http://www.samrao.com
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Worship every drop.
2025, Water is your ONLY God!
Can we help save our beautiful planet!
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:55 am
Hope you can enjoy Yosemite and also Sunnyvale …
Sunnyvale is the best City:
Popular Science magazine names Sunnyvale the 13th Greenest City in America
http://www.popsci.com/environment/article/2008-02/americas-50-greenest-cities?page=1
Best Places to Live - Money’s list of America’s best small cities
http://money.cnn.com/magazines/moneymag/bplive/2008/snapshots/PL0677000.html
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:56 am
Sir ji,
The truth of life you shared with all of us. being a celebritiy and a idol for the generation, entertainer must have to run around the globe and pour cherishment and happyness in others life. I think its now mission for you and ofcourse for your family member. another part you shared that is no recording of your previous programme. quite often i heard from you in many interview regarding changing world of indian cinema and how current genration lucky enough to have such kind of media and a latest equipment for shooting but in this process kind of struggle you did in your early days will not be proceless in fact you did all the thing in very less resources and you become a shehnshah of indian cinema.. so credit goes to you only.
KALAY TASMEY NAMAH
Cheers
Ajay
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:57 am
Hi,
I am the lucky person posting the first comment . I Hope you get well soon. I wish I was able to see you all performing live. I read your blogs almost every day. Please write about shekhar’s performances too .
Thanks
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:57 am
RESPECTED SIR
ALL THE BEST
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OUR BEST WISHES TO U AND YOUR FAMILY ALWAYS.
SIR HOPE U HAVE FULLY RECOVERD AND WE ARE GETTING EXTREMELY POSITIVE REPORTS OF THE TOUR SO DONT WORRY AT ALL ABOUT THE EVIL DOERS AND THAT SUPERSTAR WHO WANTS TO DESTROY YOUR TOUR
EVERYBODY KNOWS THAT ITS SHAHRUK AND WE KNOW HIS HISTORY AND WE HAVE NOW COME TO KNOW ABOUT HIS CHEAP MENTALITY AND UNETHICAL AND UNPRINCIPLED BEHAVIOUR.
SIR U CARRY ON YOUR GREAT TOUR AND FORGET THIS EVIL PEOPLE.
GOD WILL PUNISH THEM
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:57 am
Dear Amitji
Get well soon!!! We want at least 100 more films starring Big B…..
All the best
Cheers
Vineet
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:58 am
Hello….
You would be soon completing 100 DAYS of your blogging… Any comments on how has this journey been??? It jus seems like yesterday i started reading your blogs (from Day 1)… and its already 100 days.. God.. time jus’ flies… and we humans.. keep thinking we’ll do this tomorrow, we’ll do that tomorrow.. Tomorrow comes and goes and we dont even realize how much we’ve missed out on today!!!!!…..
Would be great to read your comments on this thought….
Take Care
Vinuta
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July 30th, 2008 at 11:59 am
best of luck
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:04 pm
Sir,
This is my fifth response to your blogs and seeing ZERO responses thought that let me be the first one today….. as many a times when I read your blog its already had 400+ responses and at times it is beyond 600 too….
Sir, you do come across as a very humane person and somewhere all of us find a connect with the way you write or the issues you write on.
With Best Regards as always,
Pradeep
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:04 pm
Bachchan Sahab,
In San Francisco, it was the first time in my life i saw you. And i feel blessed now! I had the best 4 hours of my life.. 8pm-12am! just amazing. The stage was so amazingly set it was as if i watching IIFA. The lights, the sound, the crowd, everything was just perfect. Starting from the act of Riteish, to the entry of Abhishek and ofcourse his rocking performance (never looked he was new to concerts, was a pro), Vishal + Shekhar were just awesome.. performing LIVE on stage has a totally different experience for the viewers, Ashwairya looked beautiful and danced great, & so was Mrs. Madhuri who looked fabulous and gracious as ever (thanks for inviting her to the tour), Jayaji’s tiny speech made it a complete family treat. And then came “U”, wow….simply WOW! I WAS LIVING MY DREAM. Just loved the way you recited ‘kabhi kabhi’ & sung songs with that melodious voice. The dialogues from ‘Agneepath’ and ‘Deewar’ were truly phenomenal. For once i thought i was actually watching the scene from the movie. Seriously I BOW DOWN to you
This truly was ‘The Unforgettable Tour’, shall remain in my heart for years to cherish.
Wish you all the very best for remaining shows & take good care of yourself.
Looking forward to see you again in San Francisco!!
Love,
SgD
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:05 pm
Hello Amit Ji
I have just landed at my desk and as usual as far as possible unless i have meetings early mornings and have last minute tie ups etc… i usually come on your blog… and hey what a nice surprise to see this message awaiting to be read………
I am sorry indeed to learn that you are still having after effects of your cold and the whole discomfort…. i pray that in no time you shall be fully recovered…
I was very pleased that just like we are moved by your down to earth persona, your charisma , you too are moved by our unconditional love…..
give and you shall receive !! how true !!
I find it very awesome that you are still taking time to write to vividly describe the shows, attach pictures and so forth on your blog in spite of all discomforts..
Believe me…us fans can only respect and adore you more for this…
Please enjoy your day in New York, … if you feel up to it maybe take a stroll in Manhattan…
You have our best wishes …always and so until we read you again
Much affection
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:05 pm
Hi Amit Sir…
just d thot that i will b the 1st one today
hadnt read it all..
will read n again reply
lov u … ur daily reader n a huge fan
Amit pandey
hyd
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:06 pm
I think the one striking thing Mr. Bachchan, you blog has done, is open up to the whole world the fact that you (and indeed all other super stars), have the same emotions, insecurities, the physical challenges, and feelings as the rest of us! The fact that you have to perform no matter what, whether you have sores in your mouth or fever in your body, is similar to what the rest of us have to endure (albeit, in our case, it may be more mundane such as going to an office, or a meeting, or a business event.) Your blog (and your prolific updation - nearly on a daily basis!) has humanized you as never before. Therefore this medium is truly a game-changer. And all of us admire your single-mindedness in making sure you document your life-events and your thoughts every day, so thank you, and we hope this continues for a long long time to come!
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:06 pm
Dear Amitji,
You please take care of your health. After this schedule i want you to take atleast 15days strict vaccation. This antibiotics is harmful sometimes. Please take lot of vitamins especially B’causles(vitamin b). Take care.
Rajasekhar Pillai
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:06 pm
Hi Mr. Bachhan,
Hope you are keeping up well with what looks like a strenous tour. I guess the reason for doing these events is still the same for you, just the stage has changed. it is much more grand now. You are right, things were not well documented then. You are fortunate enough to witness the transition of era’s and probably that brings with it a responsibility for you to introduce the younger generation with how things were back then. may be a book, may be a documentary or any toehr way, we need to know about the simpler ages.
Dont you think so?
V
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:11 pm
Dear Respected Sir,
I just wanted to congratulate you and the whole Unforgettable Cast & Crew for a wonderful and successful concert in San Francisco! I was fortunate enough to attend and it was an amazing night. The lights, costumes, dancing, video montages, the wonderful performances! I lost my voice by the end of the night from all the screaming and shouting from pure joy! I’m sorry to hear that you are not fully recovered but may I just say that your performance was seamless and one could not tell that you were not at your 100%, thank you for sharing some wonderful stories with us as well as your beautiful singing voice. I was working with one of the local promoters in helping advertise the SF concert on our website (http://www.allbollywood.com) and was told I would be invited to the press conference the next day but unfortunately was not informed, wished you all could have stayed and enjoyed the beautiful city of SF, but I do hope NY can provide you with the rest and recovery that you need.Take care, please get well soon! I wish you all the best of luck with the rest of the tour!
also on Oct 2nd (The release of Drona) we will be launching http://www.bachchan.com for the millions and millions of fans of you and your wonderful and talented family, it will be one of it’s kind, please stop by from time to time and contact us for anything!
Your fan for life,
Sapna Wong
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:12 pm
U ROCK SIR!!!!!
HOPING TO C A LIVE CONCERT LIKE THESE IN INDIA SOME DAY N WISH TO C IT IN MY LIFETIME1!!
PLZ DO MAKE AN EFFORT TO DO SHOWS IN INDIA TOO N I M DEAD SURE U WONT FEEL U MISSED PERFORMING IN ABROAD!!!!
LOV U
AMIT PANDEY
HYD
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:13 pm
hi majoresaab
take care and all the best i await for many such shows and great flims from you ahead to bring cheers in the lives of all , you have the power to do it just believe this fact.
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:13 pm
Dear Sir,
This is the first time I am posting a comment, but I have been reading your blog for quit sometime now, and I must say that it is truly fantastic! Such a nice and personal way to be in touch with your millions of fans. I respect and admire you for taking time out each day and reliously posting on your blog so that we can be in touch with you. Thank you so much for all the effort.
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:13 pm
Dear Mr Bachchan,
Good Morning. Hope you are feeling better now.
Lots of love from Ekta xxxxxxx
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:14 pm
Bachchan Da:
Glad I read it as soon as you posted the blog. Hopefully my response will be superfast and you
still on the keyboard. Get well soon. Hurling more “rangajobas” at Ma Kali. Just like people around the globe see the same sun, Indians worldwide are fortunate to have a common reference point in you. Continue your journey along with your magical “sena” like Lord Rama.
Sleep Well.
Hari Om
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:16 pm
Hello sir,
My name is Abhishek.I am from hyderabad,India.My father,Chandra Sekhar is a huge fan of you.But,now he does’nt see much of your films but he used to see all your movies of the 1980’s etc.I am not a big fan of you but I do like your acting.My favorite actor is actually Hrithik Roshan.I kindly request you to leave a reply for this message,as me and my parents…,especially my father would be more than happy to see that.And if u ever come across Hrithik do tell about me(Abhishek from hyderabd).My e-mail id is saiabhishekmania@yahoo.co.in
Wishing you and your team all the best for the world tour I end my message here.
C.Sai Abhishek,
Hyderabad.
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:17 pm
respected amitji
i guess i am the first one to comment.i must say you people have jampacked schedule, but still you people manage it.HATS OFF TO YOU ALL! I wish and pray that next shows be even more successful and give you more creative satisfaction than the previous one.I would like to add here you looked amazing in the photo you had posted on the blog of yourself performing on the stage and so was abhishek and aishwarya.My best wishes to you all.
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:20 pm
thank you sir for giving your valuable time and sharing your experience with all your followers…..
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:24 pm
ek bachan hai is duniya mey
jo hasthe hey bacho jeise
karthi kuch kam esi
log hasthey hai bacho jaisa
(sir meri hindi dhota esia vesa hai)
i am fan of u especally jai of sholay and kaliya.i have watched sholay for double a dozen times.pls mail me a photo of u from sath hindutani.thankyou
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:28 pm
Dear Mr. Bachchan,
I just want to share the news with u that India’s 1st Voice of India Ishmeet Singh has died in Maldives today. We, the people in Canada are in a state of shock. May his soul rest in peace.
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:29 pm
Its astonishing the way you manage with physical pain, discomfort and give these stupendous performances in front of the eager audience.. I think it is nothing short of a miracle….
I am down with cold and fever for a couple of days now and i feel so dull, dejected and i am so weak to do even the daily chores… I am sure these feelings have more to do with one’s mind than the body at least thats what i gather from your posts… Its my key take away from may be just another day of your life…..
With Deep Regards,
Siddhartha
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:31 pm
Dear Bachan ji,
Salam and congratulations for a successful show in San Francisco. I love your beautiful thoughts. I wonder how can you manage your busy life so well. I dont know whether you will answer to a Pakistani fan or not?
Wish you an early recovery and a happy healthy life.
Regards
Jugnoo from Peshawar Pakistan
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:35 pm
Dear Amit ji,
This is my first ever post to you. I am not even sure whether you will read my post…but trust me, when I am writing this, I have tears in my eyes…literally. I know everyone says that they are big fans of yours….I also have the same thing to say to you. You are like “KHUDA”. I don’t think there are any words to describe you and your work…you are a genuine person…you are real…you are awesome…you are kind…you are AMITABH.
I saw your show at SFO….I was there with my hubby and my toddler. You won’t believe that even my baby enjoyed your show thoroughly. My hubby had tears in his eyes when you recited the dialogues of Deewar. What an amazing actor you are!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You have such a great ability to create the same magic again after 30-35 years….that too without any RETAKES!!!!! You were live there on the stage and you said all those lines without any rehearsal /retakes…with the very same emotions and expressions….IT IS UNBELIEVEABLE.
Amit ji….bas ek khwahish rah gayi…..bahut dil tha ki aapko personally mil paate…even for a minute. I would always regret that I couldn’t meet you in person. I really hope and pray that I see you and meet you sometime in my life time…may be soon. CAN YOU COME TO SFO AGAIN AND LET YOUR FANS MEET YOU???….Please Amit ji….can you do it for me? For all your fans out there? I know I am beling UNREASONABLE…..but these words are straight from my heart.
Amit ji…last but not the least…about your HEALTH….you are such a kind person and you have millions of people who wish you the best. Trust me…these WISHES will never go in vain….You will be fine soon and you have a long life ahead. I pray to God daily and ask him for good health and happly life for my family and myself. NOW, RIGHT AT THIS MOMENT, YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS…..bhagwan aapko bahut achchi sehat aur bahut khushiyan dega. If you read my MESSAGE, you must have felt remarkable improvement in your health. Bhagwan ka haath hai aapke ooper.
I feel I can continue writing to you. But I must stop now.
Please keep us updated.
Wishing you the best,
Puja
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:35 pm
“Much of the Western world and in particular the Americans have a culture of keeping records, even if it is seemingly immaterial. And it is remarkable how well documented their past is, visually. In the East, or at least in India and its surrounding regions the emphasis has been more on the verbal than the visual. Actions deeds and words from our ancestors come down to us through words and moments spoken to us through our elders, almost generational. ”
This indeed an interesting observation.
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:36 pm
Hi Sir,
I was waiting for a post for so long, and u delievered it again even when u r not well, thank you for your kindness, All the Best for the coming Shows.
Regards
Mehul T
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:36 pm
VEDIC MUSIC.
Experiencing the highest level of consciousness,through the waves of ultimate frequencies of sound(vedic music),which is fully awake within it self,the field of all possibilities, that infinite unbounded silence, unified field of total bliss,the glory of transcendental consciousnessThe supreme Sound(Nad Brahma). It is fortunate for the world that the vedic musicians of the generation have preserved the beautiful science and art of creating balance in nature through music.Vedic music is a precious discipline of vedic science,the complete science of life.It sends forth those powerful melodies and rythms of nature to purify the atmosphere, there by neutralizing the stress in the environment and promoting the orderly evolution of life.Indian classical music is the music of ancient civilization, which enjoyed heaven on earth.It is music that in alliance with natural law. It up holds the natural rhythms that prevail at diffrent times throughout the day and night.The frequencies, melody and rhythm to restore balance and harmony in the mind,body,behaviour and environment.It is an eternal music of nature.Music is coherent frequencies some diffrent,some the same,many values of frequency and coherence in sound makes a melody.To neutralize the stress there has been a knowledge in India,vedic knowledge from vedic times.This is science of knower,knowing and known. It is the science of subjectivity,objectivity and the relationship between subject and object.It is very fortunate that the vedic Panddits have been presrving all of that enormously useful science and art of creating harmony in a situation of disharmony and discordance in the world consciousness.I have planning to take these precious melodies to each and every creature of this planate, to propagate this enormous Indian Vedic wisdom to enjoy heaven on earth.Please join the group for the great cause to contribute pure knowledge to generation to come.
Vedang Dharashive.
vedang_dharashive@yahoo.co.in
PH.09325042830
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:42 pm
hellow sir,i am very gled when i show your blog.we love u.
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:43 pm
May his soul rest in peace.
Sir,
The success of your show is everywhere and no matter who I read, everyone agrees that you owned the whole show (I already know what you’ll say, and you’ll be right, it is a team effort and people both on and off stage are all responsible) but people watching the show actually are the most impressed with you (and before you even think it, not because of how energetic you are despite your age). The way you seem to value everyone, the way you smiled and showed your appreciation and of course your art with your heart.
Congrats again and I hope that the same europhia will continue for both the artists and the viewers.
Cheers,
Elif
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:43 pm
Our Family’s Dearest One and Only One Amitabh Bachchan,
Good Morning
Jay Swami Narayan
I m so happy when I see you. You are really fabulous you are doing great job. Thanks to blog,who keep u near ur fans. You were, you are, and you will always a role model for me. All the best to you and also Abhi and Aish for your “Unforgotable Tour”. I have one request to you that please send me your photograph with your autograph. And Say to Jaya Bachchan Jay Swami Narayan. please reply I am waiting for your reply
And Please take care and My Wishes are always with you. And I pray to God Give more energy so we can see more and more movie of you.
Thanks/Warm Regard
Navin Desai
navin_desai28559@yahoo.com
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:47 pm
thanx sir for sharing your experience. Its really a toll on you that you have to travel a lot without having any kind of complete rest and performing with an unfit body. May God bless you and keep you fit always
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:50 pm
DearMr.Bachchan,
I am great fan of yours.I would like to know ,at this age from where do get this
energy?will u please share with us?
THANKS.
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:50 pm
Hi,
OK, I know you are going to get about 1001 (one of them being mine!) remedies for the sores, but here’s what: apply glycerine with a Q-tip every 15 minutes for about two hours. Should ease the pain.
Must take Vit C with antibiotics along with the Vit B group. Eeeks! can just imagine… the amount of tablets you must be taking, and then all that hectic activity, and then unable to eat and rest!
DO BE CONCERNED about health, and pay attention to it as and when required.
NJOY in NY. ‘One’ of those dearly loved Quixotic/chaotic cities in the world - that is, if you like cities and histories –
With GOOD cheer For HEALTH AND HAPPINESS
gilga
ps: I liked this:
“…wherever it is that we find ourselves in solitude a retrospection a self-appraisal unconsciously takes place, where we cherish and relive the moments spent with you in public.”
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:50 pm
Hello Mr. BigB,
Its our fair luck that you are regular on your blog sharing everything you feel like. Its great to see BigB in real instaed of reel. Your thoughts are simple and easy to follow. Thanks for being the inspiration.
Regards,
Prnay
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:57 pm
Hello Amitji,
I was waiting for your post today since morning.. Was kinda missing it…
Thanks a ton for not giving it a miss completely and for sharing your experiences of the show.
It’s not the greatest of the environment here in India at the moment. Hope you are informed about that.
Anyways, all the best for the next show in Houston and as always, take care.
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July 30th, 2008 at 12:58 pm
Collection of these blogs must be going to your auto - biography.After reading your blogs regularly I am filling i am your family member.
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:02 pm
Dear Sir
Take Care, I expect within next two days your sours will be O.K., as it takes 4-5 days for healing. Inspite of being unwell, you write blog. This shows how much affection you have towards the public/I mean co-bloggers.
Keep it up.
Have a good Time.
Best of Luck again
Sanjay ‘Vidrohi’
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:04 pm
Hi AB,
Sad news i don’t wheather you are catching up the news
There are 25 boms expoloded back home this week in B’lore and Ahemdabad.
Amit
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:05 pm
Dear ABji,
We saw your in SFO (actually Oakland) from the 4th row, up and close!!! Experience of a lifetime. It was just great very slick and well presented and of course YOU!!!!
We were clicked by your official photographer also. He mentioned his website as rajuphotostudio.com. But I haven’t been able to find it online. Can you pls mention the correct web address in your next blog? So we can relive the experience. Or email me.
You had us spell bound and yet we were screaming at the top of our voice!!!
Please rest well.
Regards…
Rachna
Wanted to meet you personally…. hopefully soon
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:08 pm
Maybe you are already using it… ORAJEL helps.
Rachna
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:10 pm
You own excitement is palpable in every word you write - and fascinating for us to read. I do hope a “documentary” of sorts is being made of the shows - not just what happens on but all these reactions, chaos, frenzy and highs that you write about that is off stage. I continue to be curious as to what gives you the bigger high - live stage performances or watching your movie on the first day with an audience and the dawning of the reality that this is a movie that is going to be loved
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:11 pm
Dear Sir,
Everytime I read your blog entries, I marvel at your ability to express yourself so effortlessly through words. What a wonderful, inspiring persona it is Sir, your’s! You’ve talked about passing your knowledge, your wisdom to your progeny, or to us as swiftly as possible…….as discomforting it might sound, it is a reality we must accept as living beings. You reminded me of Professor Morrie from the famous book - Tuesdays with Morrie. I know you’re too strecthed on time, still when your busy schedule permits do go through this book.
Main bhi is tarah likh rahi hoon jaise aap mera comment zaroor padhenge, I hope so as I hope everytime I leave a comment on your blog.
May you be blessed with a wonderful health of mind, body and spirit.
Lots of love,
Vaishali
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:11 pm
Hello Sir
Good to see that you are rocking across the globe. May God give you all health & energy to entertain the people which you are best at.
Now on a serious note Being such a BBig celebrity our nation needs your patriotic touch. Why don’t you urge these militants who are causing great threat to our citizens here & for eg. I think if you can contribute in some manner in making the cyber crime department of our country strong. Be it an appeal to our experts who are contributing in other nations & are badly needed right here in the heart of our nation, or by contributing monetarily if they need it.
Politicians have lost there charm, no one trusts & listen to them. There display of patriotism & feelings is seen by all in parliamentary proccessions. The kind of power cricketers & actors possess today need to be channelised for real patriotic work not social work.
The call has been made by the other side & the action from real shahenshah & dhuranders is awaited !!
Please let me know if the above makes any sense to you if time permits.
Regards
Charu Gupta
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:12 pm
hello sir…
thank you very much sir for sharing your experience with us…
when are we going to see the tour video sir…
and small request …pls put some pics in blog of the tour so that we can see them from india …..
i really like your blog…
bye
take care sir
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:13 pm
Hello Mr. BigB,
What a great piece of writing everyday. Such wonderful sentences combined with love and affection for your admirers makes us erad compulsory your blogs everyday. Hats off to you Sir.Its our fair luck that you are regular on your blog sharing everything you feel like. Its great to see you in real instaed of reel. Your thoughts are simple and easy to follow. Thanks for being the inspiration.I would like to know ,at this age from where do get this energy? Can you please share your secret with us ?
Love you Hamesha,
Prashant Sinha
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:15 pm
Amit Uncle,
You are rock star for all world.
Keep it up. You are already making India proud in other countries.
Great Sir, My GOD fulfill all your wishes too early.
Kind regards and lots of love
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:15 pm
Dear Sir,
Congratulations on the stupendous success of your shows! I sometimes wonder how would it feel to be loved, adored, revered by millions…across boundaries, across caste & creed! Is it just a great feeling or an added responsibility to be able to live upto the innumerable expectations, some fair and some unfair, of those millions? I believe, winning over hearts is perhaps not that difficult but to not let that love, admiration fade away with the passage of time is extraordinary, isn’t it? So why do you have to feel indebted to our love? Yeah we love you from the core of our hearts, we get worried each time you get entangled in any problem, we pray for your success and good health and all that’s selfless but its because you are worthy of all that. To not let this success go to your head, to remain so grounded…this humility of yours is actually unbelievable. I have tried hard to reason out and make myself believe that this is all fake, this unaffected humility despite the unprecedented success of yours …can’t be for real but I have failed miserably each time. My love for you that began years ago during my childhood has only grown stronger with the passage of time and today I want to thank you for always having risen upto those unrealistic expectation levels, for being my Idol, my Hero Always….
With Love,
Annu
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:20 pm
Boss,
Just one word of advise, as you are taking lot of antibiotics and the sore mouth is an outcome of the heat that’s being generated by those tablets in your stomach. It’d be of great help if you eat things which are cool in nature, like coconut water, banana or cold milk (or half milk half water) or some such stuff. Offcourse you obviously would know about all this and there are lot of ppl around you who would know. But, thought I just add my 20 cents.
Later
G
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:21 pm
We want the Unforgettable tour in Bangkok
We want the Unforgettable tour in Bangkok
We want the Unforgettable tour in Bangkok
We want the Unforgettable tour in Bangkok
We want the Unforgettable tour in Bangkok
We want the Unforgettable tour in Bangkok
We want the Unforgettable tour in Bangkok
We want the Unforgettable tour in Bangkok
We want the Unforgettable tour in Bangkok
We want the Unforgettable tour in Bangkok
We want the Unforgettable tour in Bangkok
We want the Unforgettable tour in Bangkok
We want the Unforgettable tour in Bangkok
We want the Unforgettable tour in Bangkok
We want the Unforgettable tour in Bangkok
We want the Unforgettable tour in Bangkok
Sorry for being so persistent..but looking at the show clippings from Toronto to San Francisco..we just can’t wait for it to come here.
You are simply amazing…your strength, resilience, will power and discipline at this age inspires me everyday.
God Bless you amitji and get well soon.
Regards/Prem Mohanty
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:22 pm
The show was truly entertaining. Have posted some pictures on my blog.
In the midst of the all the remedies I would suggest.
Sleep well, work wonders.
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:26 pm
This is certainly a good blog !
In simple words, the more we learn, the more we share, the better we are :)) …a right balance of selfishness-selflessness….
cheerio all…
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:31 pm
sir,
you are really rocks the world… please arrange one concert at bombay we want see you and your concert please sirrrrrrrr…………..
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:32 pm
jai shri krishna amitkaka,
muje sach nahy lagta k me aapko msg kar rahy hu..par accha lag raha he…me aapko bahut hi pasand karti hu..yaha gujrat me sabhi or darr ka mahol he..mery mummy ka fon aya khy se bomb mila he to ghar jaldi jana hoga..msg u later.love
neha
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:35 pm
Lovin Bigdada u r adorabley loveble,bestowed with genetic matter u have achived n crusin thru with admirable passion in acheivin the destind LAKSHYA.Explodin energy to move billions of energy particles along with ,fulfils in real term Jeewan ka arth aveim mritu uprant disha……..your viberations ….resonates others….bellions of them…..and that is symphony…..!Prakatya rup ka chupa ansh hi WOH hai.I feel blessed to see u perform along with my family at SFO..our love to u clan…Dev.
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:37 pm
hehe, when you have started by saying Problem is in eating, talking, swallowing, speaking…, i thought today is bloggers day at Bachchan, but again it’s not there.You just started and stopped, yes , one can understand that this not the right time to expect those free flowing expressions from you at your blog, but i think we readers are very lucky to find you somewhere here, even for a blink of time.anyway as usual love you, love your works and wishing a good health with all the fun.
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:41 pm
Dearest Amit ji,
I can feel the rush and pace in the write up… sounds so exciting…. sores on your tongue .. thats bad… do take care…
Thanks once again for sharing….
luv to all… some more pics please…
take care
regards
joshua d
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:42 pm
Dear respected Big B
I’m waiting in Australia for your arrival with the show!!!
GP
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:46 pm
dear sir, whats the special for 100th post?
Congratulations in advance… You did not miss a single day…
Get well soon….
All our prayers for your UT …
love, respect, regards, prayers, peace, cheers, bla bla bla..
-Siddhartha
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:46 pm
Hi Mr. B, where are you recuperating in NYC with Friends or in a hotel?
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:47 pm
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:49 pm
Dearest Big B,
Actually donot know how to start and where to start from!!! So many things to be told and expressed to you and I still can’t believe I am corresponding with THE BIG B!!!! Thanks to the world of internet!!!
I read about your blog quite some time back but actually visited your blog some days back only. But, believe me, from that day onwards, I have your blog opened on my system every single day. I eagerly wait to read your blogs which doesnot just cover up your bollywood moments but also throws insight to various issues of life. I am reading your past blogs as and when I am getting time.
To be frank, I respect you very much as a PERSON (as WHAT YOU ARE) and just not becuase you are an actor. I believe acting was a medium through which we as audience could see your persona as a human being. The way you respect your elders, your views on different issues, your down-to-earth personality, the way you accept your well-wishers as well as your critics. These are qualities which are not usually bundled into one individual, but you are like a rare gem in this fast-paced and selfish world. To top it all, you have a wonderful family.
I would love to know more about your childhood or about the moments in your life till date sans related to Bollywood. Although, I know its very personal and private to share it with all of us, but at the same time, I believe such junctures in your life might be able to inspire or motivate people scattered around the world. I believe, if there is any such thing which can do good to others should be shared. But, let me assure you that its totally your decision about sharing your joys and sorrows with us.
As and when I do get time to correspond with you via blog, I will put in my thoughts. I would treasure your replies, if any, for generations to come.
Just one sincere request, please upload more snaps of your family, the Unforgettable Tour, on your blog.
Cheers
Meera Dias
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:53 pm
Dear Sir,
that’s an eerie thought - that one you end your blog with today.
I always thought you ‘only’ blog for fun and relaxation, the joy of writing, of communicating with the masses, and the need to clarify things - all of which isn’t meant disrespectfully.
Of course everyone fears the inevitable, but measured by Western standard, you’re way too young to fear your brain ‘going into retard mode’. I know in India you feel old, since most people are so much younger - hell, even I felt old there, being 20 years your junior. But then I go back to Europe and see the majority of people happily, healthily living well into their eighties. So please don’t you worry about needing ‘to go swiftly’. Maybe you’re just more tired than you like to admit - after all, you’ve been pushing yourself to the limits and beyond, with all these shows. And even the best of adrenaline rushes runs out sometimes, and leaves one slightly depressed…
Get well soon, sir, and keep on blogging. I hope to see you from afar soon - in Oberhausen, Germany, if that rather chaotic event organizer manages to sell enough of his (overprized) tickets and get the show going.
Many regards, and lots of love!
Elisabeth
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:55 pm
Dear Mr Bachchan,
I started reading your blogs regularly after my younger brother suggested it to me. He lives in Nairobi. I too am away from India. All I can say is that I am meserised with your way of expressions. I thank you for the way you share your feelings, expressions and opinions with all of us.
I had thought many times to post a reply here, but always resisted as I didn’t want to be one amongst many who bothers you everyday here. Today after reading your latest blog, something struck me. I have a photo of yours taken when the shooting for Sholay had just begun. There are four gentlemen in the photo. You, Mr Dharemendra, Mr Sanjeev Kumar and Mr Amjad Khan. All of you are standing sloce to each other with hands on each other’s shoulders. You guys are looking at Mr Asrani pracising in his jailor’s uniform for a scene. Though Mr Asrani is not visible in the photo. I had got this photo in an email from my friend earlier. Its a very touchy photo. Even the photo reminds of the great Sholay. And since you have mentioned the following lines in your blog, I felt like sahring this with you….
“Who did what and where. This generation is fortunate that every move of theirs will be documented. Our pity is that nothing was documented ever. No photographs, no recordings, nothing…..”
I am sorry but I don’t know how to send that photo to you. I would sincerely request you to have a look at that photo and then sahre a few thoughts about it with all of us. If you can let me know of any email ID where I can send it, I shall do so immediately.
I pray to the God almighty for your early recovery and best of health so that all your audeinces can enjoy to the fullest during your current tour. There is so much they can enjoy from your tour. Just as your untiring efforts, there wish to witness the experience, is worthwhile. As regards your efforts, I just wish to quote the ever inspiring words…..
“tu na thakega kabhi….
tu na thamega kabhi……
tu na mudega kabhi…. kar shapath, kar shapath, kar shapath….
agnipath, agnipath, agnipath….!”
regards,
Ninad Mairal
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:57 pm
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Dear Sir,
Its so heartening to know that despite being so uncomfortably in pain - (”…and it is uncomfortable and painful. Problem eating, talking, swallowing, speaking… but on stage… the roar from the crowds makes you forget everything.”) - you continue to push yourself beyond limits just to please your fans who want to see you perform….
May GOD give you even more energy to continue to enthrall the world!!!
The tour is being ABsolutely PHENOMENAL!!!!!
Keep ROCKING, Sir!!!!!
regards,
Rajesh Kejriwal
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July 30th, 2008 at 1:59 pm
Greetings again from the Pacific Northwest,
We are so sorry to hear that your issues continue with health. Many are prescribing various things for you to try, and I also second what your doctors have said regarding the antibiotics causing side effects. Very important that you try to eat fresh yogurt with active cultures in it and take other things that have probiotics. I like to also drink kefir very much every day for breakfast. I am sure these things are available wherever you are; they will help to replace the natural balance in your body. The antibiotics are killing the good as well as the bad; the solution is to keep renewing the good, until the antibiotics are all gone and afterwards, at least for awhile. I am sure that you probably have yogurt regularly in your diet, as it is a staple in India as well as here in the US and other places around the globe. It really does help very much, I have had to double up on these things since being on antibiotics for my own infections.
I am very sad that Vancouver was cancelled. I had the thought that perhaps the TOUR could come to Seattle’s Key Arena instead? I do not know if there is an opening in their schedule, but surely someone in management could check???
In this way, you could be within same drive time from Vancouver fans as Seattle fans were going to Vancouver, and we could still have you here! I am working my brain to find how to see you, I would help in any way possible. In the meantime, I am praying for your health, and wishing you and everyone else all the best. It is perhaps not God’s will we see you this trip, and it is a hard medicine to swallow, if this is so.
All the best, always,
Elaine near Seattle
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July 30th, 2008 at 2:01 pm
sir, i know that u r very busy right now pls at least one line for me i will be thankfull throught my life i am a girl from kolkata and i am a fan of yours,pls sir be kind to me…nandini
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July 30th, 2008 at 2:01 pm
Dear Mr.Bachchan ,
Yes it is indeed a marvellous feat to witness technological advances that enable us to capture unforgettable moments in time. In fact when I visit the popular website youtube.com, I find mini video clips of events currently being staged at my alma mater , something that was unthinkable and impossible in my days ten years ago. We did not even have mobile phones at our disposal to assure our parents of our well being or assure ourselves of theirs. Instead we would resort to those little blue inland envelopes and write about little mundane things that filled our days. The other alternative was to make a bee line for the hostel telephone and wait to make a call once a week , or wait for a call at a predetermined time - and that too was was a costly affair. All this appears so ancient and will probably not be appreciated by todays youngsters who have it all and have it so easy!
Anyhow , wish you have a great and truly unforgettable tour !
Soomita
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July 30th, 2008 at 2:01 pm
Respected Brother,
Sadar Charan Sparsh,
He who loves is always loved and your love for the rest of us is never in short supply after you adopted the available internet technology as the medium to interact freely. The legendary Amitabh Bachchan is the most easily accessible person through this wonderful medium of Internet. I share my thoughts with him almost everyday!
Amitabh Bachchan is always there for us sharing views, commenting and narrating events of past and present and sometimes even future in such vivid manner as if we are face to face with him.
Well, I now feel that there is absolutely no need to meet you physically, atleast so very true for me. It was never so very important in the past as well otherwise I could have made more sincere attempts than two or three occasions that I passed past Prateeksha with the knowledge that a possibility to meet you was as impossible as plucking stars from the deep dark blue sky!
I am not here to narrate my own stories and miseries but to congratulate you on the superlative performances by you and your troupe. DNA reported Bachchans as the fourth most influential people in Mumbai. I would not agree with them when they talk of individuals they should not rope in Abhishek and Aishwarya alongwith you. I know you would have loved it that the whole of Bachchans are considered as one entity yet if I were to decide the listing should have you (individually) ahead of the rest by miles! I may be wrong but I have reasons. I do not understand what the DNA really meant by influential whether it is to be equated with popularity, contribution, success story or everything together. In any case these ratings are always subject to individual liking and I do not know if any poll was obtained to arrive or a panel picked up the names and decided on their own. The absence of Naseeruddin Shah and the presence of Dilip Vengsarkar irritates. Amitabhs and Tatas do not need any ratings or listing they are great by their achievements and their own high standards which they have set for themselves. I have nothing against the DNA for the individuals being picked from Mumbai alone. Yet it does give me an idea of a programme that you could anchor. I would rather like to call the show as Celebrities where you could interact that is share their thoughts, views and comments on life, values, India and the rest. It could be a great scene to see Amitabh in conversation with Ratan Tata or say Rahul Gandhi or for that matter even son Abhishek Bachchan. These are just the hints, if you wish I could further elaborate on the list and the agenda of CELEBRITIES.
I think it would be quiet a success and could also have a great social impact too.
More later, do not miss Gisele if she comes to New York show. Her website is http://www.giselebarbosa.net
Have complete rest with your tongue, you may use flash cards for seeking services like - water, silence please, we discuss later, I agree with you, and giving hand outs to shiamak and shekhar vishals what all they need to prepare for New York. Indeed you could be involved in planning without saying a word and by just being around. yes Vitamin C, Glycerine should be alright but the rest is the best remedy. I have found Smyle for mouth ulcers as the most effective in my case.
Give my love to everyone in the troupe and a message to the Indians in the America that yes we are indeed proud of their big achievemnets away from home! That we understand their being in the country that cares and delivers and respects science and technology and advancement in general. Their contributions in different fields do bring good name to India and make an impact on the world as a whole. I respect them as I respect any other Indian.
I think I must come to an end with the hopes that Amitabh Bachchan will bring new lights to the life of those who deserve it most! Long Live Amitabh and the Bachchan dynasty!
Abhaya Sharma, India, 30th July 2008, 14.00 Hrs.
PS I have made lot of comments even after saying more later. Kyaa karun, aapase baat karte huye man hi nahi bharata! (I am not even concerned whether you have time to read all this!, kuchh baat to hai Aap mein!)
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July 30th, 2008 at 2:06 pm
Dear Big B,
Will the ‘Unfogettable Tour’ ever happen in India?
Kind Regards,
Vishwas
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July 30th, 2008 at 2:08 pm
Dearest Mr Bachchan
Glad to know you are resting and recuperating.
True, the law of averages did not favour the next one to be another mega hit specially in the circumstances, illness and time for preparation against it, but you are not the usual “Law of averages” category kinda guy, are you? I will rate you at above average! Just to keep your feet firmly on the ground! ha! ha!
And there you go! No rehearsal and you still performed at your best. Perhaps there is something to be learnt from that. More rest and less rehearsal makes Mr B. more fun!
Sore tongue! Oh dear. How many different types of antibiotics were you taking? It’s all well and good to take medicine but you have to allow your body room to fight it’s own battle otherwise you are likely to weaken your immunity system even more.
Mind you listen to me giving advice! My cold went after a couple of days so because I thought I had gotten over it I carried on as normal. And the weather had been so good last week that I even went for a joy ride around Bucks county for a few hours. Then I had a relapse! I think the car windows being opened while driving perhaps was not a good idea. Turned cold into a nasty flu! Saturday to yesterday was bedridden mainly. Now getting better. Thank goodness. But again because of the coughing I have ended up with a deep manly voice so the “fancy a duet” is still on the offer! ha! ha!
My, what a hectic time travel Abishek and Aishwarya are contending with! Hope they will be both okay when they get back to U.S of A.
While as it is good to document everything memorable these days I think the good old tradition of telling history of our past memorable moments has a more emotional and endearing impact when verbally relayed to our children, grandchildren, friends and love ones. It is a tradition which is sadly diminishing and soon I suppose a couple more generation and it shall all be lost because of advance technos. Sadly. Times are rapidly changing for both better and for worse.
….”Before the brain goes into retard mode”…. Ha! ha! ha!… You are one big caboodle of laughter!!! If I grew up with a friend like you and knowing my personality, that friend and I would have been a “Dynamic Duo!” What fun could that have been. But reading your post I’m sure is more fun.
….”…my progeny…” well there’s something new! Never been called that before! Ha! ha! ha! I’m in stitches. You crack me up!! You are more vocal and candid probably because we are very vocal and candid and truthful to you. Maybe something you are not use to so find it thus refreshing and invigorating and exciting. You are perhaps responding in the manner that we treat you and write to you? It’s all good but always retain your dignified manner and of course your dignified wit! Both of which I find very endearing. But I love the fact that you are more relax now and it is showing in your writing more and more. But don’t get too relax that you’ll end up shedding the Mr Bachchan that I have gotten to know and love!!!
And you have a lot to give and always continue to give them even faster than swiftly if you can! Health permitting of course!
As to why you started blogging. I don’t know. But I think now we have become a part of your daily life, your daily routine, as you are ours. And perhaps The Almighty has a purpose to it all. You don’t know…….in time he shall reveal it…
Please take care specially to the health/illness. I hope the difficulty eating is not going to leave you weaken again. What’s the weather like in N.Y.? Will you have time to relax and sight see? Or is it promo work again?
And no pics of your room this time? Shame…
Always love
Rose C
PS. You question a lot but you can never answer you own questions! Suggestions; “Stay still and you will find you”, a few minutes to relax, reflect and ponder and search your own thoughts and feelings deep within might help? You may find the answers are all there lying dormant for you to discover! And prayers to the True God Almighty for guidance and wisdom to understand is all that you need. You just have to believe!
PPS. Did you make the decision you were hoping you would make in L.A?
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July 30th, 2008 at 2:09 pm
DearMr.Bachchan,
I am great fan of yours.I would like to know ,at this age from where do get this
energy?will u please share with us?
THANKS.
ur love gaurav/…………………..
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July 30th, 2008 at 2:10 pm
namaskar amitabhaji,,,,,,
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July 30th, 2008 at 2:11 pm
Dear Mr Bachchan,
I agree its a hectic and fun tour but i fail to understand y u had to pack in so much without giving any thought to rest and recuperation. M sure with so many years of experience u would know that these kind of shows involve hectic activity and there is a possibility of falling sick. When u sat down with your organizers dont u plan proper gaps between each show???? This was said out of concern. Thanks and have a grt trip
we love u.
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July 30th, 2008 at 2:12 pm
when u will come to india…………
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July 30th, 2008 at 2:20 pm
Dear Mr. Bachchan,
I do entirely agree with the contents of this blog. Because of the absence of sophisticated technology your fans like us have missed lot more things. At least with the start of this blog we can enjoy the memories of yours through text.
One of my friends Mr. Kintan had sent some ephotos of your two programs of LA and SFO. They are wonderful.
Best wishes for the next show.
Take care of your health.
Regards,
Naishadh Vyas
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July 30th, 2008 at 2:20 pm
Respected Amitabh Ji,
Hi
Sores on tongue. Whenever I am having sores on my tongue or on my lips I usually take Gelora Ointment once or twice and they are gone. Actually, these are all due to gastric problem or faulty digestic system. You should take plenty of fluids along with Vitamin C.
Take care.
Bye
Rajeev B
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July 30th, 2008 at 2:24 pm
namaskar amitabhaji….
aap ko picture me dekhane aur KBC me dekhane ke baad hamare jaisi aam public pe aap ki image ka asar jabardast hai…kbc me aapki sadgi,politeness, others ko respect dene ka style hum jaise ko inspiration deta tha…..
aap jaisi personality 100 years me 1 hi mil shakti hai….hum bhagvan ke shukragujar hai ke unho ne hame aisa moka diya……
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July 30th, 2008 at 2:26 pm
Sir Jee Pranam
Thanx for sharing your experiences with us.One quick question, when you are going to launch your unforgettable tour in India.
Lots of love, God bless you with health wealth and prosperity.
Pranam
Mahendra
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July 30th, 2008 at 2:28 pm
Sir,
We are thankful for technology that allows you to share your thoughts with us. Makes us feel as if we are sitting around a bonfire as your narrate the stories of the past and present.
With respect
Kaushal V
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July 30th, 2008 at 2:29 pm
its very rare that a person can write as well as he speaks.kudos;As i have written before you are my age and decided to take it easy and start withdrawing: i even started a death diary and called it so to document the last decade or so;but recently i decided to go against my previous decisions and call my diary “taking fresh guard” being inspired by sunil gavaskar who used to take fresh guard when he scored a century.And reading you my belief in life being a gift is reaffirmed; one must keep on performing on the stage of life till the last moment.each breath should be a celebration. take care KJ
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July 30th, 2008 at 2:30 pm
RESPECTED AMITJI.
NAMASTE.
HOPE YOU HAVE A SPEEDY RECOVERY. MAY YOU SOON BE COMFORTABLE. PLEASE EAT WELL AND KEEP WELL.
YOU ARE A PART OF OUR DAILY PRAYERS. OUR JOY AND INSPIRATION. WHENEVER TIRED WE THINK OF YOUR GRUELLING SHEDULE….
BEST WISHES AND REGARDS.
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July 30th, 2008 at 2:32 pm
Dear Mr. Bachchan,
Please do be sensible and show yourself to a specialist - have your culture done and get blood samples taken. Pls don’t rest, assured that the sores are a result of the medication that you are taking. You are doing nothing to help yourself, and this is not expected from a gentleman of your lineage and stature! I am extremely disturbed and upset over the way your problems are increasing by the day and your indifference towards it, judging by the way you make so light of it in your blogs! Is adulation and public hysteria so intoxicating, that you are prepared to risk your well being? I guess I am wasting my time here. I cannot be a hypocrite and just keep lauding you for your looks and your performances and keep goading you to give us more, and pretend that all’s well with you, when you yourself keep us abreast with your health problems. Do I have to have say it it so many words - I wouldn’t be here, day after day, pouring out my anxieties and my worries, like hoardes of your other fans, if you didn’t matter to us. Why can’t you understand a simple fact, we don’t just cherish you for your performances and your skills, but for the person you are - the human being, the son, the husband, the father and the hero of countless fans! May God give you insight and help you sort out your priorities! God Bless!
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July 30th, 2008 at 2:35 pm
Hello Sir,
Its your strong will power that drives you…. its really gr8 of you that insipte of such an hectic schedule… you always make it a point to share with ur well wishers… take good care of urself… have lots n lots of fruits….
May God bless you and keep you fit always
Love n luck
Madhvi
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July 30th, 2008 at 2:36 pm
Hi Amit uncle,
It is incredible how you devote time each day to open up a part of you to your fans everyday through the blog!! I have been wanting to pen my thoughts everyday in a dairy , but ha