<p>Veteran Indian actor Amitabh Bachchan took to his personal blog post to &quot;rubbish&quot; and call out against copyright laws in India that put&nbsp;a cap on his late father, Harivanshrai Bachchan&#39;s literary works to belong to Amitabh as private property.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to The Copyright Act, 1957, all&nbsp;literary, dramatic, musical and artistic works of a public figure can remain as a private property of the family only till 60 years after the person&#39;s death. As Amitabh&#39;s father, Dr Harivanshrai Bachchan, a known Hindi poet died in January 2003, his works will&nbsp;belong to the public domain and could be used without permission after 60 years.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In his public outcry against the Act, Amitabh wrote: &quot;I oppose, disagree, lament, dispute, be&nbsp;in variance of, in vehement loud screams of voice&quot; over the cap. He challenged the Act and wrote,&nbsp;&ldquo;So who designed 60 years ? why 60 why not 61 , or why not perpetuity?&rdquo;</p>

<p>Amitabh added:&nbsp;&ldquo;...So what gets left as natural heir by Father Dr Harivansh Rai Bachchan, after his passing passed 60 years, belongs no longer to his domain or possessive copyright as willed .. but becomes for the entire Universe to tread, scratch, mutilate, use in commercial consideration on their own creative discretion .. ???</p>

<p>&ldquo;my inheritance be mine .. not another&rsquo;s after the passing of its stipulated time in years .. 60 .. i am genetically my Father&rsquo;s son .. he be willed to me of all that be in asset of his .. his writings be his .. his heir be me .. his writings be mine .. MINE ! i shall not and will not allow its dilution to general public ..&quot;&nbsp; <a href="https://tmblr.co/ZwrX5v2W8RFUA" target="_blank">Read the full post here.&nbsp;</a></p>

<p>Dr Harivansh Rai Bachchan&#39;s most famous work was Madhushaala (1935). He was a recipient of the Sahitya Akademi award and the Padma Bhushan. His other contributions also include Hindi translations of Shakespeare&rsquo;s Macbeth and Othello.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India is a signatory to the Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Work, which stipulates a minimum copyright period of lifetime and 60 years after an artist&rsquo;s death.&nbsp;</p>

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In a blog post, Amitabh expressed his anger at copyright laws in India that gives him ownership of father, Harivanshrai Bachchan’s works only for 60 years after the writer’s death

Veteran Indian actor Amitabh Bachchan took to his personal blog post to "rubbish" and call out against copyright laws in India that put a cap on his late father, Harivanshrai Bachchan's literary works to belong to Amitabh as private property. According to The Copyright Act, 1957, all literary, dramatic, musical and artistic works of a public figure can remain as a private property of the family only till 60 years after the person's death. As Amitabh's father, Dr Harivanshrai Bachchan, a known Hindi poet died in January 2003, his works will belong to the public domain and could be used without permission after 60 years. In his public outcry against the Act, Amitabh wrote: "I oppose, disagree, lament, dispute, be in variance of, in vehement loud screams of voice" over the cap. He challenged the Act and wrote, “So who designed 60 years ? why 60 why not 61 , or why not perpetuity?” Amitabh added: “...So what gets left as natural heir by Father Dr Harivansh Rai Bachchan, after his passing passed 60 years, belongs no longer to his domain or possessive copyright as willed .. but becomes for the entire Universe to tread, scratch, mutilate, use in commercial consideration on their own creative discretion .. ??? “my inheritance be mine .. not another’s after the passing of its stipulated time in years .. 60 .. i am genetically my Father’s son .. he be willed to me of all that be in asset of his .. his writings be his .. his heir be me .. his writings be mine .. MINE ! i shall not and will not allow its dilution to general public .." Read the full post here. Dr Harivansh Rai Bachchan's most famous work was Madhushaala (1935). He was a recipient of the Sahitya Akademi award and the Padma Bhushan. His other contributions also include Hindi translations of Shakespeare’s Macbeth and Othello. India is a signatory to the Berne Convention for the Protection of Literary and Artistic Work, which stipulates a minimum copyright period of lifetime and 60 years after an artist’s death.

Amitabh Bachchan 'rubbishes' copyright law, says 'my inheritance be mine'

<p>Dinesh Karthik blasted 29 off just 8 balls and inspired team India to win the finals of Nidahas Trophy T20 tri-series at the R. Premadasa Stadium on Sunday.</p>

<p>He played at an average of 362.50 and was honoured with the man of the match award.</p>

<p><strong><a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-india-bangladesh-nidahas-trophy-tri-series-final-t20-rohit-sharma-shakib-al-hasan-yuzvendra-chahal-shikhar-dhawan-score-updates-36273">Also read:&nbsp;India win nail-biting thriller as Dinesh Karthik hits match-winning six</a></strong></p>

<p>At a moment when Manish Pandey lost his wicket and India needed 34 runs with 2 overs remaining, it was looking next to impossible to win from there but Dinesh Karthik emerged as a champion and finished the nail-biting match by hitting a six on the last ball.</p>

<p>Bangladesh failed to strategise the last overs properly as the jinx of not winning T20 match against India continues.</p>

<p>See how Twitterati reacted to Dinesh magnificent innings.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">What a thrilling game! Superb finish by Dinesh Kartik led to smashing victory&nbsp;against Bangladesh. Congratulations to the entire team for winning the&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NidahasTrophy2018?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NidahasTrophy2018</a>&nbsp;T20 tri-series final.</p>
&mdash; Amit Shah (@AmitShah) <a href="https://twitter.com/AmitShah/status/975431701831630848?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">T 2747 - INDIA WINS !! T20 in the TRI championship VS BanglaDesh .. what a thriller .. BD had us on the ropes .. and Dinesh Kartik, you beauty .. a brilliant knock .. 24 needed in last 2 overs .. 5 runs and 1 ball left and he hits a 6 ! INCREDIBLE ! CONGRATULATIONS !! <a href="https://t.co/je0WyaWzpe">pic.twitter.com/je0WyaWzpe</a></p>
&mdash; Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) <a href="https://twitter.com/SrBachchan/status/975433887261184005?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Amazing victory by <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a>. Superb batting by <a href="https://twitter.com/DineshKarthik?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DineshKarthik</a>. A great knock by <a href="https://twitter.com/ImRo45?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ImRo45</a> to set the platform.<br />
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What a finish to a final!!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NidahasTrophy2018?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NidahasTrophy2018</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvsBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvsBAN</a> <a href="https://t.co/ZYDl6jzVWl">pic.twitter.com/ZYDl6jzVWl</a></p>
&mdash; Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) <a href="https://twitter.com/sachin_rt/status/975422188323930113?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p>Cricket analyst Harsha Bhogle said, &quot;This is the best he has been batting in his career.&quot;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Dinesh Karthik made his debut before Dhoni. But he is still only 32 and batting better than ever before. Could well be a wonderful second wind for him if he can keep his form from the last 2 years</p>
&mdash; Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) <a href="https://twitter.com/bhogleharsha/status/975420809551335425?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Easily the best hand Dinesh Karthik has played in his career. Been saying it for a while, this is the best he has been batting in his career</p>
&mdash; Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) <a href="https://twitter.com/bhogleharsha/status/975418995342901250?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Been harping on this for a while -<br />
Dinesh Karthik is a very competent batsman and team man.<br />
No way he shouldn&#39;t be 2nd or minimum 3rd keeper.<br />
Should have played those two tests in South Africa.</p>
&mdash; Sorabh Pant (@hankypanty) <a href="https://twitter.com/hankypanty/status/975435920265551872?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">DINESH KARTHIK, YOU BEAUTY!????????????????????????????????????????????<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NidahasOnDSport?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NidahasOnDSport</a></p>
&mdash; Sanjay Manjrekar (@sanjaymanjrekar) <a href="https://twitter.com/sanjaymanjrekar/status/975422751136669696?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Dinesh Karthik has just played the knock of his life. Has had quite a few utility performances in supporting role over the years, but this is one for folklore.. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a> .. Cool and calm as you like with 5 needed.. wowzaaa</p>
&mdash; Jatin Sapru (@jatinsapru) <a href="https://twitter.com/jatinsapru/status/975419258682429440?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">UNBELIEVABLE!!!!! DINESH KARTIK OH MY GOD !!!!!!!!! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a> ????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????</p>
&mdash; Ranveer Singh (@RanveerOfficial) <a href="https://twitter.com/RanveerOfficial/status/975418876837158912?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Finishes with a SIX. Dinesh Karthik, you beauty. Brought India back from the dead. One of the key gains from <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NidahasTrophy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NidahasTrophy</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a></p>
&mdash; Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) <a href="https://twitter.com/cricketaakash/status/975419145670950913?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">What a finish!!! Well played big guy <a href="https://twitter.com/DineshKarthik?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DineshKarthik</a>. Outstanding effort by the team. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/topstuff?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#topstuff</a></p>
&mdash; Jasprit bumrah (@Jaspritbumrah93) <a href="https://twitter.com/Jaspritbumrah93/status/975424654943899648?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Well done Team India <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BCCI</a> . What an amazing win. <a href="https://twitter.com/DineshKarthik?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DineshKarthik</a> what a knock under pressure. This is a bunch of youngsters and they&#39;ve done so well on this tour. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDvBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDvBAN</a></p>
&mdash; Yusuf Pathan (@iamyusufpathan) <a href="https://twitter.com/iamyusufpathan/status/975420417635770368?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Top inn <a href="https://twitter.com/DineshKarthik?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@DineshKarthik</a> very well done.. special hitting.. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/indvsBang?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#indvsBang</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BCCI</a> congratulations <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> captain <a href="https://twitter.com/ImRo45?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ImRo45</a> ????????????</p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Remarkable win boys <a href="https://twitter.com/BCCI?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@bcci</a> ???? pretty much typifies the brand of cricket we play ???????? <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/INDVBAN?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#INDVBAN</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Champions?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Champions</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TeamIndia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#TeamIndia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/supremacy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#supremacy</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NidahasTrophy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NidahasTrophy</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NidahasTrophyFinal?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NidahasTrophyFinal</a> <a href="https://t.co/ewUKclUX29">pic.twitter.com/ewUKclUX29</a></p>
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Dinesh Karthik played at a strike rate of 362.50 and was honoured with the man of the match award

Dinesh Karthik blasted 29 off just 8 balls and inspired team India to win the finals of Nidahas Trophy T20 tri-series at the R. Premadasa Stadium on Sunday. He played at an average of 362.50 and was honoured with the man of the match award. Also read: India win nail-biting thriller as Dinesh Karthik hits match-winning six At a moment when Manish Pandey lost his wicket and India needed 34 runs with 2 overs remaining, it was looking next to impossible to win from there but Dinesh Karthik emerged as a champion and finished the nail-biting match by hitting a six on the last ball. Bangladesh failed to strategise the last overs properly as the jinx of not winning T20 match against India continues. See how Twitterati reacted to Dinesh magnificent innings. What a thrilling game! Superb finish by Dinesh Kartik led to smashing victory against Bangladesh. Congratulations to the entire team for winning the #NidahasTrophy2018 T20 tri-series final. — Amit Shah (@AmitShah) March 18, 2018 × T 2747 - INDIA WINS !! T20 in the TRI championship VS BanglaDesh .. what a thriller .. BD had us on the ropes .. and Dinesh Kartik, you beauty .. a brilliant knock .. 24 needed in last 2 overs .. 5 runs and 1 ball left and he hits a 6 ! INCREDIBLE ! CONGRATULATIONS !! pic.twitter.com/je0WyaWzpe — Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) March 18, 2018 × Amazing victory by #TeamIndia. Superb batting by @DineshKarthik. A great knock by @ImRo45 to set the platform. What a finish to a final!!#NidahasTrophy2018 #INDvsBAN pic.twitter.com/ZYDl6jzVWl — Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) March 18, 2018 × Cricket analyst Harsha Bhogle said, "This is the best he has been batting in his career." Dinesh Karthik made his debut before Dhoni. But he is still only 32 and batting better than ever before. Could well be a wonderful second wind for him if he can keep his form from the last 2 years — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) March 18, 2018 × Easily the best hand Dinesh Karthik has played in his career. Been saying it for a while, this is the best he has been batting in his career — Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) March 18, 2018 × Been harping on this for a while - Dinesh Karthik is a very competent batsman and team man. No way he shouldn't be 2nd or minimum 3rd keeper. Should have played those two tests in South Africa. — Sorabh Pant (@hankypanty) March 18, 2018 × DINESH KARTHIK, YOU BEAUTY!????????????????????????????????????????????#NidahasOnDSport — Sanjay Manjrekar (@sanjaymanjrekar) March 18, 2018 × Dinesh Karthik has just played the knock of his life. Has had quite a few utility performances in supporting role over the years, but this is one for folklore.. #INDvBAN .. Cool and calm as you like with 5 needed.. wowzaaa — Jatin Sapru (@jatinsapru) March 18, 2018 × UNBELIEVABLE!!!!! DINESH KARTIK OH MY GOD !!!!!!!!! #INDvBAN ???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? — Ranveer Singh (@RanveerOfficial) March 18, 2018 × Finishes with a SIX. Dinesh Karthik, you beauty. Brought India back from the dead. One of the key gains from #NidahasTrophy #INDvBAN — Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) March 18, 2018 × What a finish!!! Well played big guy @DineshKarthik. Outstanding effort by the team. #INDvBAN #topstuff — Jasprit bumrah (@Jaspritbumrah93) March 18, 2018 × Well done Team India @BCCI . What an amazing win. @DineshKarthik what a knock under pressure. This is a bunch of youngsters and they've done so well on this tour. #INDvBAN — Yusuf Pathan (@iamyusufpathan) March 18, 2018 × Top inn @DineshKarthik very well done.. special hitting.. #indvsBang @BCCI congratulations #TeamIndia captain @ImRo45 ???????????? — Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) March 18, 2018 × Remarkable win boys @bcci ???? pretty much typifies the brand of cricket we play ???????? #INDVBAN #Champions #TeamIndia #supremacy #NidahasTrophy #NidahasTrophyFinal pic.twitter.com/ewUKclUX29 — Murali Vijay (@mvj888) March 18, 2018 ×

Amit Shah, Amitabh Bachchan compliment Dinesh Karthik's match-winning knock

<p>Ever since news of Irrfan Khan suffering from a rare disease has come to fore, the Indian entertainment industry has been in a state of&nbsp;shock.&nbsp;Announcing to the world with a Twitter post,<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/entertainment-irrfan-khan-has-been-diagnosed-with-a-neuroendocrine-tumour-leaves-the-country-for-treatment-36036" target="_blank"> Irrfan who is suffering from NeuroEndocrine Tumour</a> has started the dialogue about health and fitness yet again. This sad news follows the sudden death of Bollywood actress Sridevi who was not only a versatile heroine&nbsp;but a glamour icon.</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/entertainment-what-is-a-neuroendocrine-tumour-if-not-brain-cancer-36072" target="_blank"><em>Also Read:&nbsp;What is a neuroendocrine tumour if not brain cancer?</em></a></p>

<p>In the wake of Irrfan Khan&#39;s sudden announcement of a rare illness, we take a look at all those Bollywood actors and actresses who have faced severe illnesses and come out with it like a true fighter:</p>

<p><strong>Amitabh Bachchan: </strong>The severity of his condition was such that the doctors had given up hope when he was being treated after an accident on set. In 1982 while shooting for <em>Coolie</em>, he lost a lot of blood and his spleen was ruptured. He was in fact, pronounced clinically dead but recovered completely after a few months. In 1984, he was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis, which made him weak physically and mentally and sent him into depression. However, Amitabh came out of it too.</p>

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<p><strong>Hrithik Roshan: </strong>The handsome actor was treated for a brain clot in 2013. He now shoots films, and continues with his daily routine even though he has a hole in his brain.</p>

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<p><strong>Anurag Basu</strong>: The filmmaker who is known for Ranbir Kapoor starrer <em>Barfi</em>, lives through blood cancer. He was told in 2004 while making the film that he only had 50% chance of survival. During the time of his treatment he wrote scripts like <em>Life In A Metro&nbsp;</em>and&nbsp;<em>Gangster.&nbsp;</em>He was diagnosed with&nbsp;acute promyelocytic leukaemia which is type of blood cancer, but has continued to fight on.</p>

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<p><strong>Manisha Koirala:</strong> In 2012, Manisha revealed that she has been diagnosed with ovarian cancer. She underwent surgery, chemo therapy and is now back with a bang. She has now been cancer-free for almost two years now.</p>

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<p><strong>Lisa Ray: </strong>Model-actress shook the industry with news of her multiple myeloma, a cancer of plasma cells in the bone marrow. A very rare disease, Lisa was diagnosed with the cancer in 2009. She continued her fight against the disease and is now cancer-free but not completely cured.</p>

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From Amitabh Bachchan to Lisa Ray, there have been several celebs in the past who have fought with a serious illness and come through

Ever since news of Irrfan Khan suffering from a rare disease has come to fore, the Indian entertainment industry has been in a state of shock. Announcing to the world with a Twitter post, Irrfan who is suffering from NeuroEndocrine Tumour has started the dialogue about health and fitness yet again. This sad news follows the sudden death of Bollywood actress Sridevi who was not only a versatile heroine but a glamour icon. Also Read: What is a neuroendocrine tumour if not brain cancer? In the wake of Irrfan Khan's sudden announcement of a rare illness, we take a look at all those Bollywood actors and actresses who have faced severe illnesses and come out with it like a true fighter: Amitabh Bachchan: The severity of his condition was such that the doctors had given up hope when he was being treated after an accident on set. In 1982 while shooting for Coolie, he lost a lot of blood and his spleen was ruptured. He was in fact, pronounced clinically dead but recovered completely after a few months. In 1984, he was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis, which made him weak physically and mentally and sent him into depression. However, Amitabh came out of it too. × Hrithik Roshan: The handsome actor was treated for a brain clot in 2013. He now shoots films, and continues with his daily routine even though he has a hole in his brain. × Anurag Basu: The filmmaker who is known for Ranbir Kapoor starrer Barfi, lives through blood cancer. He was told in 2004 while making the film that he only had 50% chance of survival. During the time of his treatment he wrote scripts like Life In A Metro and Gangster. He was diagnosed with acute promyelocytic leukaemia which is type of blood cancer, but has continued to fight on. × Manisha Koirala: In 2012, Manisha revealed that she has been diagnosed with ovarian cancer. She underwent surgery, chemo therapy and is now back with a bang. She has now been cancer-free for almost two years now. × × Lisa Ray: Model-actress shook the industry with news of her multiple myeloma, a cancer of plasma cells in the bone marrow. A very rare disease, Lisa was diagnosed with the cancer in 2009. She continued her fight against the disease and is now cancer-free but not completely cured. ×

5 stars who fought with serious illnesses like Irrfan Khan and are now perfectly fine

<p>Aamir Khan who recently celebrated his<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/entertainment-aamir-khans-birthday-kiran-rao-greets-him-with-flowers-a-hug-and-a-kiss-at-the-mumbai-airport-35796" target="_blank"> 53rd birthday with media in Mumbai as wife Kiran Rao</a> looked on, revealed that he has been trying to quit smoking for some time now.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sharing his fair share of weaknesses with the paparazzi, Aamir said, &quot;I think my obsessive personality is a problem. Another bad habit that I have is smoking. I have tried to quit, but I hope to kick the butt altogether.&quot;</p>

<p>Earlier, at the time of shooting for hit film &quot;Dangal&quot;, Aamir said,&nbsp;&quot;I am not happy that I am smoking again. I try not to smoke. But when my film is about to release I get nervous so I start smoking again but then I stop it as well. I don&rsquo;t think smoking has anything to do with acting. Due to smoking health will be affected. I tell everyone not to smoke and even I try not to smoke.&quot;</p>

<p>Aamir, on his birthday,<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/entertainment-happy-birthday-aamir-superstar-makes-instagram-debut-thanking-his-mother-35791" target="_blank"> joined Instagram and even did a live video chat with fans</a>. As his first Instagram post, he shared a series of nine photos as part of a collage&nbsp;picture of his mother, Zeenat Hussain&#39;s photo. While sharing the photo, Aamir wrote:&nbsp;&quot;I had to post my mom&rsquo;s post as the first on Instagram because of her I am here.&quot;<br />
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On the work front, Aamir Khan is <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/entertainment-aamir-khan-rings-in-his-53rd-birthday-on-thugs-of-hindostan-sets-with-katrina-kaif-and-fatima-sana-shaikh-35790" target="_blank">busy with &quot;Thugs Of Hindostan&quot; that also stars Amitabh Bachchan, Fatima Sana Shaikh and Katrina Kaif.</a> The film is slated to release&nbsp;during Diwali 2018.</p>

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Aamir recently celebrated his birthday with wife Kiran Rao and son after wrapping up the shooting of 'Thugs of Hindostan'

Aamir Khan who recently celebrated his 53rd birthday with media in Mumbai as wife Kiran Rao looked on, revealed that he has been trying to quit smoking for some time now. Sharing his fair share of weaknesses with the paparazzi, Aamir said, "I think my obsessive personality is a problem. Another bad habit that I have is smoking. I have tried to quit, but I hope to kick the butt altogether." Earlier, at the time of shooting for hit film "Dangal", Aamir said, "I am not happy that I am smoking again. I try not to smoke. But when my film is about to release I get nervous so I start smoking again but then I stop it as well. I don’t think smoking has anything to do with acting. Due to smoking health will be affected. I tell everyone not to smoke and even I try not to smoke." Aamir, on his birthday, joined Instagram and even did a live video chat with fans. As his first Instagram post, he shared a series of nine photos as part of a collage picture of his mother, Zeenat Hussain's photo. While sharing the photo, Aamir wrote: "I had to post my mom’s post as the first on Instagram because of her I am here." On the work front, Aamir Khan is busy with "Thugs Of Hindostan" that also stars Amitabh Bachchan, Fatima Sana Shaikh and Katrina Kaif. The film is slated to release during Diwali 2018.

Aamir Khan: I have tried to quit smoking, but I hope to kick the butt altogether

<p>Every time an Aamir Khan film releases in the country, it creates a box office record. But the actor who rules the box office with each of his films states he doesn&#39;t charge remuneration for his films.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Wednesday, as Aamir&nbsp;turned 53, the actor addressed the media at his residence and stated if his films do well, he earns money and if they fail, he suffers losses.<br />
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&quot;Actually, I don&#39;t charge a fee. It has been years since I have stopped charging a fee. If my film earns less, I earn less and if my film makes more money, I make more money,&quot; the actor told reporters while discussing whether stars should take a pay cut.<br />
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Aamir had a great year with the extraordinary success of <em>Dangal&nbsp;</em>in China market, which was followed by an equally impressive box office run of <em>Secret Superstar</em>.<br />
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The actor is currently shooting for <em>Thugs of Hindostan</em>&nbsp;in Jodhpur and flew to Mumbai on Wednesday afternoon to be with his family.<br />
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&quot;We had a&nbsp;wonderful year in terms of success of <em>Secret Superstar</em>. Also this year, I had the privileged of working with Mr Amitabh Bachchan on <em>Thugs of Hindostan</em>,&quot; he said.<br />
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&quot;I hope the work that we are doing on <em>Thugs of Hindostan</em>&nbsp;turns out well and people like the film upon its release. As I am working with Amitji for the first time, I hope it turns out to be the most memorable film,&quot; he added.<br />
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There is a lot of curiosity surrounding his dream project <em>Mahabharatha&nbsp;</em>but the actor is not ready to share details just yet.<br />
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&quot;There are a number of things I am working on and as soon as I am clear about what I am doing... I will tell you,&quot; he said.<br />
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Competition with contemporaries -- Shah Rukh and Salman -- is a question that the actor often faces but like always Aamir had a clever reply ready.<br />
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&quot;I don&#39;t think I am competitive at all with them and I don&#39;t think they are either. We all are doing our own stuff. If I am competing with anybody, then it is with myself. I challenge myself to do better work. I feel happy when I see other people&#39;s good work,&quot; he said.<br />
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The actor made his Instagram debut today with a picture of his mother Zeenat Hussain. Aamir said his wife Kiran Rao likes the medium and that&#39;s why he decided to be a part of it.<br />
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&quot;I am here because of my mother. So I have put her image on Instagram first. I felt I should put her image as whatever I am today is because of her. Kiran is using Instagram and she has enjoyed the process so I thought I will try it too,&quot; he added.<br />
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Kiran surprised Aamir by receiving him at the airport on his birthday.<br />
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&quot;I am happy I am getting to spend time with Kiran, Azad and my mother today,&quot; he said.</p>

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The actor says he does not take a remuneration for the films he works on.

Every time an Aamir Khan film releases in the country, it creates a box office record. But the actor who rules the box office with each of his films states he doesn't charge remuneration for his films. On Wednesday, as Aamir turned 53, the actor addressed the media at his residence and stated if his films do well, he earns money and if they fail, he suffers losses. "Actually, I don't charge a fee. It has been years since I have stopped charging a fee. If my film earns less, I earn less and if my film makes more money, I make more money," the actor told reporters while discussing whether stars should take a pay cut. Aamir had a great year with the extraordinary success of Dangal in China market, which was followed by an equally impressive box office run of Secret Superstar. The actor is currently shooting for Thugs of Hindostan in Jodhpur and flew to Mumbai on Wednesday afternoon to be with his family. "We had a wonderful year in terms of success of Secret Superstar. Also this year, I had the privileged of working with Mr Amitabh Bachchan on Thugs of Hindostan," he said. "I hope the work that we are doing on Thugs of Hindostan turns out well and people like the film upon its release. As I am working with Amitji for the first time, I hope it turns out to be the most memorable film," he added. There is a lot of curiosity surrounding his dream project Mahabharatha but the actor is not ready to share details just yet. "There are a number of things I am working on and as soon as I am clear about what I am doing... I will tell you," he said. Competition with contemporaries -- Shah Rukh and Salman -- is a question that the actor often faces but like always Aamir had a clever reply ready. "I don't think I am competitive at all with them and I don't think they are either. We all are doing our own stuff. If I am competing with anybody, then it is with myself. I challenge myself to do better work. I feel happy when I see other people's good work," he said. The actor made his Instagram debut today with a picture of his mother Zeenat Hussain. Aamir said his wife Kiran Rao likes the medium and that's why he decided to be a part of it. "I am here because of my mother. So I have put her image on Instagram first. I felt I should put her image as whatever I am today is because of her. Kiran is using Instagram and she has enjoyed the process so I thought I will try it too," he added. Kiran surprised Aamir by receiving him at the airport on his birthday. "I am happy I am getting to spend time with Kiran, Azad and my mother today," he said. (With PTI inputs)

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<p>Aamir Khan on Wednesday&nbsp;revealed that his <em>Thugs of Hindostan</em>&nbsp;co-star Amitabh Bachchan suffered shoulder and back injury, but is doing well now.<br />
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&quot;I shot with him last night. He has a problem in the back and shoulder as he has a lot of action sequences in the film. After a long time audience will get to see him doing action. So definitely it is a challenging film for him. But he is coping up well.<br />
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&quot;There are times when you have physical problems. He has injury on the shoulder and back. Day before yesterday he had lot of problems but he is better now,&quot; Aamir said at a press conference here.</p>

<p>The superstar, who celebrated&nbsp;his 53rd birthday on Wednesday, has flown in from Jodhpur where he was shooting for the Vijay Krishna Acharya-directed movie.<br />
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Aamir said it was a special moment for him to get birthday wishes from Bachchan.<br />
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&quot;I was so much lost while shooting that I forgot the time. Suddenly his booming voice come on the mic and he wished me in front of everyone. I was happy. I was wishing he should wish me first and he did,&quot; he added.<br />
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<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/entertainment-amitabh-bachchan-falls-ill-sets-of-thugs-of-hindostan-35617">Bachchan sparked health concerns on Tuesday </a>when he posted on his blog that he had called his team of doctors to Jodhpur from Mumbai.<br />
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Wife Jaya Bachchan later said he had pain in his neck and back due to the heavy costumes in the film.<br />
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Bachchan on Wednesday again took to his blog to give an update on his health.<br />
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In a poetic post in Hindi, the actor said he was not feeling well and had to call his doctors for the treatment, but now he is doing fine.&nbsp;</p>


"I shot with him last night. He has a problem in the back and shoulder as he has a lot of action sequences in the film,"revealed Aamir about Big B

Aamir Khan on Wednesday revealed that his Thugs of Hindostan co-star Amitabh Bachchan suffered shoulder and back injury, but is doing well now. "I shot with him last night. He has a problem in the back and shoulder as he has a lot of action sequences in the film. After a long time audience will get to see him doing action. So definitely it is a challenging film for him. But he is coping up well. "There are times when you have physical problems. He has injury on the shoulder and back. Day before yesterday he had lot of problems but he is better now," Aamir said at a press conference here. The superstar, who celebrated his 53rd birthday on Wednesday, has flown in from Jodhpur where he was shooting for the Vijay Krishna Acharya-directed movie. Aamir said it was a special moment for him to get birthday wishes from Bachchan. "I was so much lost while shooting that I forgot the time. Suddenly his booming voice come on the mic and he wished me in front of everyone. I was happy. I was wishing he should wish me first and he did," he added. Bachchan sparked health concerns on Tuesday when he posted on his blog that he had called his team of doctors to Jodhpur from Mumbai. Wife Jaya Bachchan later said he had pain in his neck and back due to the heavy costumes in the film. Bachchan on Wednesday again took to his blog to give an update on his health. In a poetic post in Hindi, the actor said he was not feeling well and had to call his doctors for the treatment, but now he is doing fine.

Amitabh Bachchan had back and shoulder injury but he is fine now: Aamir Khan

<p>75-year-old veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan is reported to have fallen ill today.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The legendary Bollywood actor was shooting for <em>Thugs of Hindostan</em> in Jodhpur when news of his bad health was reported. A team of doctors from Mumbai were rushed to the&nbsp;city.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>He confirmed the news via his blog post on March 13, 5 am writing: &quot;I am getting my team of doctors in tomorrow morning to fiddle around with my body and set me up again .. I will rest and keep informed in the process ..&quot; Read the <a href="http://srbachchan.tumblr.com/post/171811785481" target="_blank">full post</a> here.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Officials at Ajit Bhawan Palace, the hotel where Amitabh is staying, have confirmed that he was shooting late last night and may be fatigued because of working late hours. The crew of <em>Thugs of Hindostan </em>was scheduled to leave Jodhpur Tuesday evening around 5 pm but hotel sources confirmed that the departure had to be rescheduled.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>Thugs of Hindostan</em> in an upcoming&nbsp;action-adventure film written and directed by Vijay Krishna Acharya. The film is based on Philip Meadows Taylor&#39;s 1839 novel <em>Confessions of a Thug </em>and stars Amitabh Bachchan, Aamir Khan, <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/entertainment-watch-katrina-kaifs-thug-look-and-dance-rehearsal-for-thugs-of-hindostan-31568" target="_blank">Katrina Kaif </a>and Fatima Sana Shaikh.</p>

<p>It was <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/entertainment-aamir-khan-to-shoot-thugs-of-hindostan-climax-in-rajasthan-33754" target="_blank">reported</a> earlier last month that the film&#39;s shooting is nearing completion as only the last leg of the shooting remains, which will wrap up in Rajasthan by the end of March.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>Thugs of Hindostan</em> will see Aamir Khan and Amitabh Bachchan share screen space for the first time together.&nbsp;</p>

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The veteran actor was busy shooting for the action-adventure film in Jodhpur with crew and co-stars

75-year-old veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan is reported to have fallen ill today. The legendary Bollywood actor was shooting for Thugs of Hindostan in Jodhpur when news of his bad health was reported. A team of doctors from Mumbai were rushed to the city. #Rajasthan: A team of doctors arrived in Jodhpur from Mumbai to attend to actor Amitabh Bachchan, who is in the area for a shoot. pic.twitter.com/fhXPLwOSkU — ANI (@ANI) March 13, 2018 × He confirmed the news via his blog post on March 13, 5 am writing: "I am getting my team of doctors in tomorrow morning to fiddle around with my body and set me up again .. I will rest and keep informed in the process .." Read the full post here. Amitabh Bachchan's blog post revealing his state of health (Others) × Officials at Ajit Bhawan Palace, the hotel where Amitabh is staying, have confirmed that he was shooting late last night and may be fatigued because of working late hours. The crew of Thugs of Hindostan was scheduled to leave Jodhpur Tuesday evening around 5 pm but hotel sources confirmed that the departure had to be rescheduled. Thugs of Hindostan in an upcoming action-adventure film written and directed by Vijay Krishna Acharya. The film is based on Philip Meadows Taylor's 1839 novel Confessions of a Thug and stars Amitabh Bachchan, Aamir Khan, Katrina Kaif and Fatima Sana Shaikh. It was reported earlier last month that the film's shooting is nearing completion as only the last leg of the shooting remains, which will wrap up in Rajasthan by the end of March. Thugs of Hindostan will see Aamir Khan and Amitabh Bachchan share screen space for the first time together.

Amitabh Bachchan falls ill on sets of 'Thugs of Hindostan', doctors rush to Jodhpur

<p>For years, scores of fans gather every Sunday to catch a glimpse of superstar Amitabh Bachchan. The actor briefly comes out of his house, stands at a podium at the entrance of the gate and waves at the fans. It&#39;s a date that the actor has been keeping with the fans for years and never missesit if he is at home on a Sunday.&nbsp;<br />
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While the Sunday meet is a ritual of sorts, no fan steps inside the actor&#39;s house. There are barricades and guards in front of his house, who ensure that no one steps inside. But that was not the case on last Sunday as a young girl managed to sneak into the house simply because she wanted to wave at Big B from a close proximity.&nbsp;<br />
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The amused actor took to Twitter to share the story. &quot;This little one braved the Sunday crowds and came through the gates .. just for a wave .. ! so cute .. !(sic)&quot;</p>

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<p>On the professional front, Bachchan will next be seen in <em>102 Not Out</em>, co-starring Rishi Kapoor.<br />
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He also has YRF&#39;s <em>Thugs of Hindostan</em>, which also stars Aamir Khan, Katrina Kaif, and Fatima Sana Shaikh. The actor is also gearing up for &lsquo;Bhrahmastra&rsquo; starring Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt in lead roles.</p>


Sunday meeting with fans is a ritual of sorts for the star.

For years, scores of fans gather every Sunday to catch a glimpse of superstar Amitabh Bachchan. The actor briefly comes out of his house, stands at a podium at the entrance of the gate and waves at the fans. It's a date that the actor has been keeping with the fans for years and never missesit if he is at home on a Sunday. While the Sunday meet is a ritual of sorts, no fan steps inside the actor's house. There are barricades and guards in front of his house, who ensure that no one steps inside. But that was not the case on last Sunday as a young girl managed to sneak into the house simply because she wanted to wave at Big B from a close proximity. The amused actor took to Twitter to share the story. "This little one braved the Sunday crowds and came through the gates .. just for a wave .. ! so cute .. !(sic)" T 2734 - This little one braved the Sunday crowds and came through the gates .. just for a wave .. ! so cute .. !???????? pic.twitter.com/64X5Jt2lij — Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) March 5, 2018 × On the professional front, Bachchan will next be seen in 102 Not Out, co-starring Rishi Kapoor. He also has YRF's Thugs of Hindostan, which also stars Aamir Khan, Katrina Kaif, and Fatima Sana Shaikh. The actor is also gearing up for ‘Bhrahmastra’ starring Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt in lead roles.

When a fan sneaked into Amitabh Bachchan's house to simply wave at the superstar

<p>The festival of colours is here and Bollywood, unlike every year, is not gearing up for extravagant Holi parties owing to the sudden demise of veteran actress Sridevi on February 24 in Dubai. As she was laid to rest on February 28 amid the presence of the entire entertainment industry at her funeral, most Bollywood families have announced almost no parties or&nbsp;sober ones.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Amitabh Bachchan&nbsp;on March 1, Holi eve took to Twitter to share some pictures of Holi celebrations at his residence in Mumbai and they are proof that Bollywood is in no mood for fun right now.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In pictures, Bachchan and his family including wife Jaya, daughter Shweta, daughter-in-law Aishwarya and grand-daughter Aaradhya were seen in front of the burning of Holika, applying tilak on each other&#39;s foreheads and eating some Holi delicacies in front of the pyre.&nbsp;Interestingly, Abhishek Bachchan was missing from the pictures.</p>

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<p>Earlier, he tweeted a message to his fans, writing: &quot;Happy Holi .. the colours of life be within you ever ..&quot;</p>

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Amitabh is known for posting candid pictures of Holi celebration on his social media profile every year but unlike every year this year was sober and minimal owing to Sridevi's death.

The festival of colours is here and Bollywood, unlike every year, is not gearing up for extravagant Holi parties owing to the sudden demise of veteran actress Sridevi on February 24 in Dubai. As she was laid to rest on February 28 amid the presence of the entire entertainment industry at her funeral, most Bollywood families have announced almost no parties or sober ones. Amitabh Bachchan on March 1, Holi eve took to Twitter to share some pictures of Holi celebrations at his residence in Mumbai and they are proof that Bollywood is in no mood for fun right now. In pictures, Bachchan and his family including wife Jaya, daughter Shweta, daughter-in-law Aishwarya and grand-daughter Aaradhya were seen in front of the burning of Holika, applying tilak on each other's foreheads and eating some Holi delicacies in front of the pyre. Interestingly, Abhishek Bachchan was missing from the pictures. See the photos here: Holi celebrations at Amitabh Bachchan's residence. (Twitter) × Holi celebrations at Amitabh Bachchan's residence. (Twitter) × Holi celebrations at Amitabh Bachchan's residence. (Twitter) × Holi celebrations at Amitabh Bachchan's residence. (Twitter) × Earlier, he tweeted a message to his fans, writing: "Happy Holi .. the colours of life be within you ever .." T 2730 - Happy Holi .. the colours of life be within you ever .. pic.twitter.com/GzvQ8KqfRj — Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) March 1, 2018 ×

In pics: Remembering Sridevi, Amitabh Bachchan and family celebrate sober Holi

<p>Aamir Khan&#39;s big release this year - <em>Thugs of Hindostan</em>&nbsp;- is nearing completion as the superstar says the last leg of shooting remains, which will be wrapped up in Rajasthan by the end of next month.<br />
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Produced by Yash Raj Films, the Vijay Krishna Acharya film brings together Aamir and megastar Amitabh Bachchan for the first time on screen.</p>

<p>&quot;I am going abroad for a few days. Once I am back, we will resume shooting the climax in Rajasthan. The film will be completed by March end,&quot; Aamir told reporters when asked about the status of the film.&nbsp;Last year, pictures of Aamir and Bachchan&#39;s looks had leaked from the film set.<br />
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Aamir had then said, &quot;Ideally, the pictures should not have been leaked&quot; and he maintains that the first look will only be put out with an official poster.<br />
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&quot;My look is still (being) kept under wraps. Of course, I am wearing the earrings and the nose ring, but my hair is quite long in the film and that will be out with the poster,&quot; he said.</p>

<p><em>Thugs of Hindostan</em> also stars Katrina Kaif and Fatima Sana Shaikh.<br />
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The actor was speaking at the success bash of his last production <em>Secret Superstar</em>&nbsp;here last night.</p>

<p>Commenting on the massive success of the film not only in India, but also in China, Aamir said, &quot;Some of my films have released in China and I&#39;ve realised their emotional frequency is very similar to ours. Indian stories touch their hearts. Because our cultures are similar, I feel when we watch their films too we will like them.&quot;&nbsp;</p>


Produced by Yash Raj Films, the Vijay Krishna Acharya film brings together Aamir and megastar Amitabh Bachchan for the first time on screen.

Aamir Khan's big release this year - Thugs of Hindostan - is nearing completion as the superstar says the last leg of shooting remains, which will be wrapped up in Rajasthan by the end of next month. Produced by Yash Raj Films, the Vijay Krishna Acharya film brings together Aamir and megastar Amitabh Bachchan for the first time on screen. "I am going abroad for a few days. Once I am back, we will resume shooting the climax in Rajasthan. The film will be completed by March end," Aamir told reporters when asked about the status of the film. Last year, pictures of Aamir and Bachchan's looks had leaked from the film set. Aamir had then said, "Ideally, the pictures should not have been leaked" and he maintains that the first look will only be put out with an official poster. "My look is still (being) kept under wraps. Of course, I am wearing the earrings and the nose ring, but my hair is quite long in the film and that will be out with the poster," he said. Thugs of Hindostan also stars Katrina Kaif and Fatima Sana Shaikh. The actor was speaking at the success bash of his last production Secret Superstar here last night. Commenting on the massive success of the film not only in India, but also in China, Aamir said, "Some of my films have released in China and I've realised their emotional frequency is very similar to ours. Indian stories touch their hearts. Because our cultures are similar, I feel when we watch their films too we will like them."

Aamir Khan to shoot 'Thugs of Hindostan' climax in Rajasthan

<p>The infamous Amitabh Bachchan has caused a stir on social media following his tweet on Sunday after India&#39;s victory against South Africa.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The veteran actor tweeted &quot;INDIA wins first T20 against SoAf .. brilliant play .. loved the aggression .. and loved the bias commentating .. keep doing that please ..coz&rsquo; every time you do that we WIN handsomely!,&quot; which seemed like he was trying to take a dig at TV commentator Harsha Bhogle again.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Back in 2016, Bachchan had slammed Harsha Bhogle for being biased towards other players and speaking very little of the Indian cricket team. Harsha reportedly lost his job after former captain Dhoni endorsed the tweet, although, he recently got back to doing commentary again during&nbsp;India&rsquo;s tour of the West Indies in 2017.</p>

<p>Back then the Indian superstar had tweeted, &ldquo;With all due respects, it would be really worthy of an Indian commentator to speak more about our players than others all the time.&rdquo; The then captain MS Dhoni agreed with Bachchan and quoted the tweet saying, &ldquo;Nothing to add.&rdquo;</p>

<p>However, his tweet on Sunday did not go&nbsp;down&nbsp;well as social media replied with fury.&nbsp;</p>

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Back in 2016, Bachchan had slammed Harsha Bhosle for being biased towards other players and speaking very little of the Indian cricket team which resulted in him being sacked by BCCI

The infamous Amitabh Bachchan has caused a stir on social media following his tweet on Sunday after India's victory against South Africa. The veteran actor tweeted "INDIA wins first T20 against SoAf .. brilliant play .. loved the aggression .. and loved the bias commentating .. keep doing that please ..coz’ every time you do that we WIN handsomely!," which seemed like he was trying to take a dig at TV commentator Harsha Bhogle again. Back in 2016, Bachchan had slammed Harsha Bhogle for being biased towards other players and speaking very little of the Indian cricket team. Harsha reportedly lost his job after former captain Dhoni endorsed the tweet, although, he recently got back to doing commentary again during India’s tour of the West Indies in 2017. Back then the Indian superstar had tweeted, “With all due respects, it would be really worthy of an Indian commentator to speak more about our players than others all the time.” The then captain MS Dhoni agreed with Bachchan and quoted the tweet saying, “Nothing to add.” However, his tweet on Sunday did not go down well as social media replied with fury. If your indication is towards @bhogleharsha then you need to work on your knowledge of the game. — burhan (@burhanqutub) February 18, 2018 × I think you need to work on your Knowledge and ears???????? — Jagdish Chande (@jagdishchande) February 21, 2018 × This old guy has lost his sense. — satya priyadarshi (@S_Priyadarshiii) February 20, 2018 × As a commentator, one's job is to explain the game to the viewer from both sides perspective. So, if a team is doing something good on the field, even though it might be the opponent, you've to say it as such. I don't call it a bias. ???? — Moinak Das (@iMD_84) February 19, 2018 × Commentary have to be neutral. If you are pointing this to @bhogleharsha you are making a mistake. He is a tremendous commenter with adequate knowledge about the cricket. And most importantly he speaks brutal truth. #INDvsSA — Nitish™ (@nitishtweets) February 19, 2018 ×

Amitabh Bachchan takes a dig at Harsha Bhogle...again

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WION News Brief, February 22, 2018

<p>Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan has started following some senior Congress leaders on Twitter of late, triggering speculation over his sudden interest in the party that he was once close to and had drifted away from.<br />
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After following Congress president Rahul Gandhi and the party&#39;s official Twitter handle, he began following senior leaders P Chidambaram, Kapil Sibal, Ahmed Patel, Ashok Gehlot, Ajay Maken, Jyotiraditya Scindia, Sachin Pilot and CP Joshi from this month.<br />
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He recently also started following party leaders Manish Tewari, Shakeel Ahmed, Sanjay Nirupam, Randeep Surjewala Priyanka Chaturvedi and Sanjay Jha on the micro-blogging site.<br />
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Bachchan, who was once close to the Nehru-Gandhi family and a friend of Rajiv Gandhi, is currently the brand ambassador of Gujarat. He has over 33.1 million followers on Twitter and follows only 1,689 people.<br />
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His sudden love for the Congress and some other opposition leaders has taken the party by surprise.<br />
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Some other opposition leaders whom the actor has started following recently, include RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, his daughter Misa Bharti, JD(U)&#39;s Nitish Kumar, CPI-M&#39;s Sitaram Yechury. He also followed the RJD&#39;s official Twitter handle, NC&#39;s Omar Abdullah and NCP&#39;s Supriya Sule.<br />
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The AAP leaders he started following recently are Manish Sisodia, Gopal Rai, Sanjay Singh, Kumar Vishwas and Ashish Khetan.<br />
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Manish Tewari, who was one of the Congress leaders recently followed by the actor, thanked him but did not say anything more on its timing and political significance.<br />
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&quot;Thank you Sh Amitabh Bachan for following me and it is my privilege to follow the icon of Indian cinema who we grew up watching first-day first-show every new release. Those days in late 70&rsquo;s &amp; early 80&rsquo;s a balcony ticket in Chandigarh was Rs 3. Unbelievable today! @SrBachchan,&quot; he tweeted.<br />
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The superstar also follows a number of BJP leaders. Of late, he started following ministers Nitin Gadkari and Suresh Prabhu.&nbsp;</p>


His sudden love for the Congress and some other opposition leaders has taken many by surprise

Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan has started following some senior Congress leaders on Twitter of late, triggering speculation over his sudden interest in the party that he was once close to and had drifted away from. After following Congress president Rahul Gandhi and the party's official Twitter handle, he began following senior leaders P Chidambaram, Kapil Sibal, Ahmed Patel, Ashok Gehlot, Ajay Maken, Jyotiraditya Scindia, Sachin Pilot and CP Joshi from this month. He recently also started following party leaders Manish Tewari, Shakeel Ahmed, Sanjay Nirupam, Randeep Surjewala Priyanka Chaturvedi and Sanjay Jha on the micro-blogging site. Bachchan, who was once close to the Nehru-Gandhi family and a friend of Rajiv Gandhi, is currently the brand ambassador of Gujarat. He has over 33.1 million followers on Twitter and follows only 1,689 people. His sudden love for the Congress and some other opposition leaders has taken the party by surprise. Some other opposition leaders whom the actor has started following recently, include RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav, his daughter Misa Bharti, JD(U)'s Nitish Kumar, CPI-M's Sitaram Yechury. He also followed the RJD's official Twitter handle, NC's Omar Abdullah and NCP's Supriya Sule. The AAP leaders he started following recently are Manish Sisodia, Gopal Rai, Sanjay Singh, Kumar Vishwas and Ashish Khetan. Manish Tewari, who was one of the Congress leaders recently followed by the actor, thanked him but did not say anything more on its timing and political significance. "Thank you Sh Amitabh Bachan for following me and it is my privilege to follow the icon of Indian cinema who we grew up watching first-day first-show every new release. Those days in late 70’s & early 80’s a balcony ticket in Chandigarh was Rs 3. Unbelievable today! @SrBachchan," he tweeted. The superstar also follows a number of BJP leaders. Of late, he started following ministers Nitin Gadkari and Suresh Prabhu.

Amitabh Bachchan starts following Rahul Gandhi, Congress leaders; triggers speculation

<p>The legendary Amitabh Bachchan had everyone amused as he uploaded his CV on Twitter on Saturday.&nbsp;<br />
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The actor took a sly dig on actors who are short while posting a news about how filmmakers find it difficult to pair short heroes with Deepika Padukone and Katrina Kaif. The article stated that how both the actresses were too tall for actors Shahid Kapoor and Aamir Khan.&nbsp;Tounge firmly in cheek, Big B then shared his &#39;qualifications&#39; as an actor and even shared his height (He is 6 ft 2 inches tall).&nbsp;<br />
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The actor wrote, &quot;Job Application : Amitabh Bachchan DOB 11.10.1942 .. age 76 .. 49 yrs experience in films .. approx 200 films acted .. speaks Hindi .. HEIGHT 6&rsquo;2&rsquo;&rsquo; .. available .. You shall never have height problem !!(Sic)&rdquo;<br />
We are quite sure how the two actresses would react to this unique job application.&nbsp;</p>

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Name : Amitabh Bachchan<br />
DOB : 11.10.1942, Allahabad<br />
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Credentials : worked in films for 49 years , IN APPROX 200 FILMS<br />
Speaks ; Hindi, English, Punjabi, Bengali<br />
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HEIGHT : 6&#39;2&#39;&#39; .. Available .. YOU SHALL NEVER HAVE HEIGHT PROBLEM !!! <a href="https://t.co/7SBGedQNz9">pic.twitter.com/7SBGedQNz9</a></p>
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Big B worked with Deepika in Piku in 2015 where they played father-daughter. Katrina will soon be sharing the screenspace with the legendary actor in YRF&#39;s Thugs of Hindostan. Incidentally, the film has Katrina paired opposite Aamir Khan.&nbsp;</p>


Big B's unique job application left everyone amused.

The legendary Amitabh Bachchan had everyone amused as he uploaded his CV on Twitter on Saturday. The actor took a sly dig on actors who are short while posting a news about how filmmakers find it difficult to pair short heroes with Deepika Padukone and Katrina Kaif. The article stated that how both the actresses were too tall for actors Shahid Kapoor and Aamir Khan. Tounge firmly in cheek, Big B then shared his 'qualifications' as an actor and even shared his height (He is 6 ft 2 inches tall). The actor wrote, "Job Application : Amitabh Bachchan DOB 11.10.1942 .. age 76 .. 49 yrs experience in films .. approx 200 films acted .. speaks Hindi .. HEIGHT 6’2’’ .. available .. You shall never have height problem !!(Sic)” We are quite sure how the two actresses would react to this unique job application. T 2617 - Job Application : Name : Amitabh Bachchan DOB : 11.10.1942, Allahabad Age : 76 yrs Credentials : worked in films for 49 years , IN APPROX 200 FILMS Speaks ; Hindi, English, Punjabi, Bengali HEIGHT : 6'2'' .. Available .. YOU SHALL NEVER HAVE HEIGHT PROBLEM !!! pic.twitter.com/7SBGedQNz9 — Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) February 17, 2018 × Big B worked with Deepika in Piku in 2015 where they played father-daughter. Katrina will soon be sharing the screenspace with the legendary actor in YRF's Thugs of Hindostan. Incidentally, the film has Katrina paired opposite Aamir Khan.

Amitabh Bachchan uploads his CV in order to work with Katrina Kaif and Deepika Padukone

<p>Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has sent a handwritten note to Soha Ali Khan praising the actor for her &quot;spine and spunk&quot; after he read her book &quot;The Perils Of Being Moderately Famous&quot;.<br />
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The debutante author took to Twitter to share the letter, thanking the veteran actor for his words of encouragement.<br />
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&quot;So honoured to get this in the mail! Thank you so much @SrBachchan for taking the time to write this to me - it is such an encouragement!! #theperilsofbeingmoderatelyfamous #thursdaythrills,&quot; Soha captioned the picture.</p>

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<p>In the letter, dated January 9, Bachchan lauded the actor for her writing skills and sense of humour.<br />
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&quot;The term &#39;spine and spunk&#39; comes to mind on picking up your book... It doesn&#39;t matter how much polite and self-deprecating fluff you have on the outside.<br />
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&quot;Even though on the surface you are sort of reticent and shying away from the spotlight, your genuine and funny sense of humour has been skilfully portrayed confirming that you possess a steely something in the middle that says &#39;You know what, I&#39;m actually really really good at this, and this is what I can do, and now I have done it&#39;,&quot; he wrote.<br />
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Published by Penguin India, the book hit the bookshelves in December last year.&nbsp;</p>


The debutante author took to Twitter to share the letter, thanking the veteran actor for his words of encouragement.

Megastar Amitabh Bachchan has sent a handwritten note to Soha Ali Khan praising the actor for her "spine and spunk" after he read her book "The Perils Of Being Moderately Famous". The debutante author took to Twitter to share the letter, thanking the veteran actor for his words of encouragement. "So honoured to get this in the mail! Thank you so much @SrBachchan for taking the time to write this to me - it is such an encouragement!! #theperilsofbeingmoderatelyfamous #thursdaythrills," Soha captioned the picture. Thursday thrills!!! So chuffed to get this in the mail ????????????????❤️ and it means the world to me #amitabhbachchan #authorlife #theperilsofbeingmoderatelyfamous A post shared by Soha (@sakpataudi) on Feb 14, 2018 at 10:32pm PST × In the letter, dated January 9, Bachchan lauded the actor for her writing skills and sense of humour. "The term 'spine and spunk' comes to mind on picking up your book... It doesn't matter how much polite and self-deprecating fluff you have on the outside. "Even though on the surface you are sort of reticent and shying away from the spotlight, your genuine and funny sense of humour has been skilfully portrayed confirming that you possess a steely something in the middle that says 'You know what, I'm actually really really good at this, and this is what I can do, and now I have done it'," he wrote. Published by Penguin India, the book hit the bookshelves in December last year.

Amitabh Bachchan praises Soha Ali Khan's 'spine and spunk' after reading her book

<p>On Valentine&#39;s Day, Amitabh Bachchan shared the most beautiful throwback picture of him and his wife Jaya Bachchan.&nbsp;<br />
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The actor took to Instagram to share a photo of the couple from their younger days. The photo has a young Amitabh fixing a loose strand of wife Jaya&#39;s hair by tucking it behind her ear. The couple can be seen sitting inside a parked car.&nbsp;<br />
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Bachchan captioned the image as, &quot;Life&rsquo;s memories are made of gentle moments such as this..(sic)&quot;<br />
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The adorable photo has melted hearts across with fans commenting on how beautiful the photograph is. &quot;This is Valentine&#39;s special&quot; and &quot;power couple, thank you for sharing this beautiful picture with us,&quot; are some of the various comments posted on the picture.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Amitabh Bachchan married Jaya Bachchan in June 1973. The two have acted in several iconic films together including <em>Zanjeer</em>, <em>Sholay</em>, <em>Abhimaan</em>, <em>Mili</em>, <em>Chup Cup Ke </em>and<em> Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham</em>. In 2016&#39;s <em>Ki &amp; Ka</em>, the couple appeared together for a cameo.</p>


On Valentine's Day, Amitabh Bachchan shared the most beautiful throwback picture of him and his wife Jaya Bachchan. The actor took to Instagram to share a photo of the couple from their younger days. The photo has a young Amitabh fixing a loose strand of wife Jaya's hair by tucking it behind her ear. The couple can be seen sitting inside a parked car. Bachchan captioned the image as, "Life’s memories are made of gentle moments such as this..(sic)" The adorable photo has melted hearts across with fans commenting on how beautiful the photograph is. "This is Valentine's special" and "power couple, thank you for sharing this beautiful picture with us," are some of the various comments posted on the picture. Life’s memories are made of gentle moments such as this .. A post shared by Amitabh Bachchan (@amitabhbachchan) on Feb 13, 2018 at 6:11pm PST × Amitabh Bachchan married Jaya Bachchan in June 1973. The two have acted in several iconic films together including Zanjeer, Sholay, Abhimaan, Mili, Chup Cup Ke and Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham. In 2016's Ki & Ka, the couple appeared together for a cameo.

Amitabh Bachchan's throwback photo with wife Jaya is perfect for Valentine's Day

Stars shared throwback photos, and memories of first love while wishing their fans.

Bollywood films is synonymous to love and on a day that celebrates that emotion, how can the film stars be left behind in expressing love for their loved ones and for their fans. Valentine’s Day made most of the stars speak out about the strongest emotion that exists in the universe. Some wore their hearts on the sleeve, while others slyly hinted at things and some became philosophical. Here is looking at the most poignant posts by Bollywood stars on Valentine’s Day. Aamir Khan talked about his first love and shared that he was listening to the song Pehla Nasha. The actor, in a video, stated that he first fell in love when he was 10-years-old. Hey guys, listening to my song Pehla Nasha on Valentine’s Day! Ideal song for this day :-). And, I must say it's one of my own favourites. Wishing all of you a happy Valentine’s Day! Love. a. — Aamir Khan (@aamir_khan) February 14, 2018 × × Soon to be married, Sonam Kapoor shared an Insta story on how beau Anand Ahuja had sent her beautiful bouquets. The actress also shared a post which had her and Ahuja walking hand in hand. “Conquer the devils with a little thing called love.” Bob Marley Happy Valentine’s Day ! Everyone deserves to love and be loved! ????‍❤️‍????????????‍❤️‍????‍???? ???? A post shared by sonamkapoor (@sonamkapoor) on Feb 13, 2018 at 10:50am PST × Anushka Sharma, who recently got married to Virat Kohli, decided to be a bit philosophical. “In true love, you attain freedom” Words of wisdom ! Happy ‘this’ day to all ????????????‍♀️ ! A post shared by AnushkaSharma1588 (@anushkasharma) on Feb 13, 2018 at 9:08pm PST × Shahid Kapoor, who is in the hills shooting for Batti Gul Meter Chalu shared a selfie posing with a bar of chocolate. Morning sun. Hill station vibes. Sending loads of love to all of you #poppingmyheartout A post shared by Shahid Kapoor (@shahidkapoor) on Feb 13, 2018 at 9:54pm PST × Shahid's wife, Mira, meanwhile shared a throwback photo with her husband and captioned it as 'Major Missing'. Lovebirds???? @mira.kapoor @shahidkapoor #shahidkapoor #mirakapoor #mirarajput A post shared by Shahid Kapoor Turkish Fan (@pyarshasha) on Feb 13, 2018 at 3:18am PST × Shilpa Shetty shared a photo with her family calling them her 'Valentine's'. Happy Valentine’s Day to my “Valentines”. TOGETHER is my favourite place to be.. with you I am HOME????????#valentinesday #family #love #unconditionallove #gratitude #heart #happiness #blessed A post shared by Shilpa Shetty Kundra (@theshilpashetty) on Feb 13, 2018 at 9:47pm PST × Amitabh Bachchan shared a throwback photo of his wife and himself which truly melted everyone's heart. Life’s memories are made of gentle moments such as this .. A post shared by Amitabh Bachchan (@amitabhbachchan) on Feb 13, 2018 at 6:11pm PST × Madhuri Dixit did a twirl with her husband Dr Nene as she wished fans Have you spent time with your sweetheart❤️ Wishing you all a happy Valentine’s Day ❤️#ram nene A post shared by Madhuri Dixit (@madhuridixitnene) on Feb 13, 2018 at 11:59pm PST ×

Bollywood stars spreads love, go down the memory lane and get philosophical on Valentine's Day

<p>They have played brothers on screen in several blockbuster films in the late 1970s and now after 27 years Amitabh Bachchan and Rishi Kapoor are collaborating once again for a film called 102 not out. Instead of brothers, the two actors play father and son in a slice-of-life story.&nbsp;<br />
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The teaser, which released earlier on Friday, shows Amitabh playing a 102-year man and Rishi Kapoor plays his 75-year-old son. The one-minute long teaser indicates several light-hearted moments between the two actors, who are known for their talent.&nbsp;<br />
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<p>The film has been directed by Umesh Shukla and written by Saumya Shukla.</p>


The teaser, which released earlier on Friday, shows Amitabh playing a 102-year man and Rishi Kapoor plays his 75-year-old son.

They have played brothers on screen in several blockbuster films in the late 1970s and now after 27 years Amitabh Bachchan and Rishi Kapoor are collaborating once again for a film called 102 not out. Instead of brothers, the two actors play father and son in a slice-of-life story. The teaser, which released earlier on Friday, shows Amitabh playing a 102-year man and Rishi Kapoor plays his 75-year-old son. The one-minute long teaser indicates several light-hearted moments between the two actors, who are known for their talent. The film has been directed by Umesh Shukla and written by Saumya Shukla.

102 Not Out teaser: Amitabh Bachchan, Rishi Kapoor collaborate after 27 years, this time as father and son

<p>Filmmaker R Balki says he has so much love for actor Amitabh Bachchan that he approaches the megastar with a script almost everyday.<br />
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He, however, clarified that there is no film in the pipeline with Big B at the moment.<br />
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Balki has worked with the 75-year-old actor in <em>Cheeni Kum</em>, <em>Paa</em>&nbsp;and <em>Shamitabh</em>. His latest, <em>Padman</em>, features Bachchan in a cameo appearance.<br />
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There were reports that Balki is gearing up to collaborate with the <em>Piku</em>&nbsp;star yet again, but Balki dismisses them as rumours.<br />
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&quot;I approach Mr Bachchan everyday for a film. But whatever you&#39;re hearing now is not true, they are all rumours. There&#39;s nothing on cards. The film people are talking about is not mine, but a friend&#39;s. I&#39;m just helping him do it, I&#39;m not directly involved,&quot; Balki told PTI.<br />
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The director says currently he has a few ideas for his next project but he is yet to write something new.<br />
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<em>Padman</em>&nbsp;is a fictionalised&nbsp;account of Tamil Nadu-based Arunachalam Muruganantham, who created affordable sanitary napkins for the women of his village.<br />
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The film released today and the director is looking forward to the audience reaction, both positive and negative.<br />
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&quot;I don&#39;t read reviews, but I&#39;m ready for all kinds of reactions from people. I don&#39;t get angry unless people write silly things, neither do I get overwhelmed by something. People react the way they do if they like or don&#39;t like something. I&#39;m very neutral about it.&quot;<br />
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The director insists that though the film, also featuring Sonam Kapoor and Radhika Apte, deals with menstrual hygiene, at its core it is a love story.<br />
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&quot;Anything which hasn&#39;t been done before is an opportunity for any filmmaker. This subject was new. But one has to be sensitive in every film, in every topic. It&#39;s a love story, but it&#39;s sensitive too. It&#39;s not hiding anything from the viewers,&quot; he said.<br />
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Balki was speaking at a special screening of<em> Padman</em>&nbsp;hosted by Nayantara Jain, President of IMC ladies wing, yesterday.&nbsp;</p>


Filmmaker R Balki says he has so much love for actor Amitabh Bachchan that he approaches the megastar with a script almost everyday.

Filmmaker R Balki says he has so much love for actor Amitabh Bachchan that he approaches the megastar with a script almost everyday. He, however, clarified that there is no film in the pipeline with Big B at the moment. Balki has worked with the 75-year-old actor in Cheeni Kum, Paa and Shamitabh. His latest, Padman, features Bachchan in a cameo appearance. There were reports that Balki is gearing up to collaborate with the Piku star yet again, but Balki dismisses them as rumours. "I approach Mr Bachchan everyday for a film. But whatever you're hearing now is not true, they are all rumours. There's nothing on cards. The film people are talking about is not mine, but a friend's. I'm just helping him do it, I'm not directly involved," Balki told PTI. The director says currently he has a few ideas for his next project but he is yet to write something new. Padman is a fictionalised account of Tamil Nadu-based Arunachalam Muruganantham, who created affordable sanitary napkins for the women of his village. The film released today and the director is looking forward to the audience reaction, both positive and negative. "I don't read reviews, but I'm ready for all kinds of reactions from people. I don't get angry unless people write silly things, neither do I get overwhelmed by something. People react the way they do if they like or don't like something. I'm very neutral about it." The director insists that though the film, also featuring Sonam Kapoor and Radhika Apte, deals with menstrual hygiene, at its core it is a love story. "Anything which hasn't been done before is an opportunity for any filmmaker. This subject was new. But one has to be sensitive in every film, in every topic. It's a love story, but it's sensitive too. It's not hiding anything from the viewers," he said. Balki was speaking at a special screening of Padman hosted by Nayantara Jain, President of IMC ladies wing, yesterday.

I approach Amitabh Bachchan for a film everyday: R Balki

<p>Amitabh Bachchan will be adding another feather to his illustrious cap. The superstar, who has ruled Bollywood for close to five decades will be conferred with the honorary D Litt from Rabindra Bharati University.&nbsp;<br />
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The actor has been invited to attend the convocation on the occasion of &#39;25e Baishak&#39; (Rabindranath Tagore&#39;s birth) celebrations on May 8.<br />
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The actor has in the past received 4 honorary Doctorate degrees from other prestigious universities including one from The Queensland University of Technology.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, the actor has never been a fan of using the title &#39;Dr&#39; with his name. &quot;No never want to use Dr as title for me. There is only one Dr Bachchan, and that is my father. Did his PhD from Cambridge University,&quot; the actor had once tweeted.</p>


The actor will be honoured at an event on May 8th.

Amitabh Bachchan will be adding another feather to his illustrious cap. The superstar, who has ruled Bollywood for close to five decades will be conferred with the honorary D Litt from Rabindra Bharati University. The actor has been invited to attend the convocation on the occasion of '25e Baishak' (Rabindranath Tagore's birth) celebrations on May 8. The actor has in the past received 4 honorary Doctorate degrees from other prestigious universities including one from The Queensland University of Technology. However, the actor has never been a fan of using the title 'Dr' with his name. "No never want to use Dr as title for me. There is only one Dr Bachchan, and that is my father. Did his PhD from Cambridge University," the actor had once tweeted.

Amitabh Bachchan to receive honorary D.Litt from Rabindra Bharati University

<p>Abhishek Bachchan is currently in Australia for his 42nd birthday today on January 5 along with wife Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and daughter&nbsp;Aaradhya Bachchan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Father and veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan who could not accompany them to Australia&nbsp;owing to work commitments wrote a heartfelt message for him on Twitter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Big B, as he is popularly known, shared on Twitter a&nbsp;collage of photos of father-son duo combining memories from different growing stages of Abhishek while writing:&nbsp;&quot;#HBDAbhishekBachchan .. who is in a time zone out of the country .. !! Ek Samay tha pita putra ka haath thaam ke chalta tha, ab putra haath thaam ke chalata hai pita ko.&quot;</p>

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एक समय था पिता पुत्र का हाथ थाम के चलता था ; अब पुत्र हाथ थाम के चलाता है पिता को ! <a href="https://t.co/JJKQjS02X7">pic.twitter.com/JJKQjS02X7</a></p>
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<p>Abhishek with family took off to Sydney on&nbsp;January 2.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Big B also wished Abhishek on his blog, &quot;and it just turned the 5th of February here in Mumbai, India .. and it had turned the 5th 5.30 hrs ago where Abhishek the birthday boy is - Australia !! Wishes were exchanged and greetings and blessings were given .. the distance notwithstanding.&quot;</p>

<p>&quot;It is beyond thought that the one that sat in wonder by the steps of the house on location, two front fingers in his mouth, hair independent of any set fashion hanging loosely over his broad forehead, a warm jacket keeping the cold of the hills at bay .. watching his Father shoot for his profession, silently,&quot; he wrote.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He added, &quot;Abhishek .. the enunciation process and prayer to the God&rsquo;s .. even now has that same wonder and questioning nature .. is a lot more quieter than his younger sitting on Father&rsquo;s lap days .. and taller .. but still the nature similarity!&quot;</p>

<p>Amitabh Bachchan will next be seen in <em>Thugs of Hindostan</em> and <em>Brahmastra</em>.</p>

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The father-son duo have a strong social media presence and are known to be quite expressive on public platforms

Abhishek Bachchan is currently in Australia for his 42nd birthday today on January 5 along with wife Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and daughter Aaradhya Bachchan. Father and veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan who could not accompany them to Australia owing to work commitments wrote a heartfelt message for him on Twitter. Big B, as he is popularly known, shared on Twitter a collage of photos of father-son duo combining memories from different growing stages of Abhishek while writing: "#HBDAbhishekBachchan .. who is in a time zone out of the country .. !! Ek Samay tha pita putra ka haath thaam ke chalta tha, ab putra haath thaam ke chalata hai pita ko." T 2604 - #HBDAbhishekBachchan .. who is in a time zone out of the country .. !! एक समय था पिता पुत्र का हाथ थाम के चलता था ; अब पुत्र हाथ थाम के चलाता है पिता को ! pic.twitter.com/JJKQjS02X7 — Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) February 4, 2018 × Abhishek with family took off to Sydney on January 2. Big B also wished Abhishek on his blog, "and it just turned the 5th of February here in Mumbai, India .. and it had turned the 5th 5.30 hrs ago where Abhishek the birthday boy is - Australia !! Wishes were exchanged and greetings and blessings were given .. the distance notwithstanding." "It is beyond thought that the one that sat in wonder by the steps of the house on location, two front fingers in his mouth, hair independent of any set fashion hanging loosely over his broad forehead, a warm jacket keeping the cold of the hills at bay .. watching his Father shoot for his profession, silently," he wrote. He added, "Abhishek .. the enunciation process and prayer to the God’s .. even now has that same wonder and questioning nature .. is a lot more quieter than his younger sitting on Father’s lap days .. and taller .. but still the nature similarity!" Amitabh Bachchan will next be seen in Thugs of Hindostan and Brahmastra.

Amitabh Bachchan writes a special message for son Abhishek on his 42nd birthday

<p>Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan has been dethroned as the most followed Indian actor on Twitter. Shah Rukh Khan now tops the list with 32,944,338 followers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Senior Bachchan tweeted saying that he has lost a considerable chunk of his Twitter followers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>&quot;TWITTER ..!!!?? &nbsp;you reduced my number of followers .. !!??HAHAHAHAHAHAHA .. !! thats a joke .. time to get off from you .. thank you for the ride .. ???????????? .. there are many &#39;other&#39; fish in the sea - and a lot more exciting !!,&quot; noted Bachchan&#39;s tweet.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">T 2599 - TWITTER ..!!!?? you reduced my number of followers .. !!??HAHAHAHAHAHAHA .. !! thats a joke .. time to get off from you .. thank you for the ride .. ???????????? .. there are many &#39;other&#39; fish in the sea - and a lot more exciting !! <a href="https://t.co/85c15pDif4">pic.twitter.com/85c15pDif4</a></p>
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<p>He also hinted at the possibility of quitting Twitter when he tweeted saying, &quot;time to get off from you, thank you for the ride&quot;.</p>

<p>Amitabh Bachchan recently tweeted a post observing 27 years of his 1991 blockbuster &#39;HUM&#39;.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">T 2599 - 27 YEARS of &#39;HUM&#39; .. BAADDUUMMBAAAAA !!! Amazing times and most importantly the creation of the song &#39;Jumma Chumma&#39; by me .. Rajni with me and Govinda .. and of course the Filmfare award !! good times .. good vibrations .. good all along <a href="https://t.co/aM40War9p6">pic.twitter.com/aM40War9p6</a></p>
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Senior Bachchan tweeted saying that he has lost a considerable chunk of his Twitter followers

Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan has been dethroned as the most followed Indian actor on Twitter. Shah Rukh Khan now tops the list with 32,944,338 followers. Senior Bachchan tweeted saying that he has lost a considerable chunk of his Twitter followers. "TWITTER ..!!!?? you reduced my number of followers .. !!??HAHAHAHAHAHAHA .. !! thats a joke .. time to get off from you .. thank you for the ride .. ???????????? .. there are many 'other' fish in the sea - and a lot more exciting !!," noted Bachchan's tweet. T 2599 - TWITTER ..!!!?? you reduced my number of followers .. !!??HAHAHAHAHAHAHA .. !! thats a joke .. time to get off from you .. thank you for the ride .. ???????????? .. there are many 'other' fish in the sea - and a lot more exciting !! pic.twitter.com/85c15pDif4 — Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) January 31, 2018 × He also hinted at the possibility of quitting Twitter when he tweeted saying, "time to get off from you, thank you for the ride". Amitabh Bachchan recently tweeted a post observing 27 years of his 1991 blockbuster 'HUM'. T 2599 - 27 YEARS of 'HUM' .. BAADDUUMMBAAAAA !!! Amazing times and most importantly the creation of the song 'Jumma Chumma' by me .. Rajni with me and Govinda .. and of course the Filmfare award !! good times .. good vibrations .. good all along pic.twitter.com/aM40War9p6 — Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) January 31, 2018 ×

Amitabh Bachchan dethroned on Twitter by SRK, hints at quitting platform

<p>It doesnt take much for veteran Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan to make someone happy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Most recent example is that of Ranveer Singh, who got a surprise on Monday when he received a heartfelt handwritten letter from the legenadary actor praising him on account of his pwoerful acting display in &quot;Padmaavat&quot;.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The epic movie hit theatres on January 25 and has ever since its release, earned Ranveer his fair share of accolades.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Film critics and viewers alike have enjoyed his acting on th big screen.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On getting the letter, Ranveer felt overwhelemed by the gesture and thus called the latter his &#39;award&#39;. He took to Twitter to share a picture of the note and a bouquet that senior actor sent him after watching the film.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Ranveer wrote: &quot;Mujhe mera award mil gaya (I have got my award) @SrBachchan.&quot;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="hi">Mujhe mera award mil gaya ????????????<a href="https://twitter.com/SrBachchan?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SrBachchan</a> <a href="https://t.co/zlo9B6G2od">pic.twitter.com/zlo9B6G2od</a></p>
&mdash; Ranveer Singh (@RanveerOfficial) <a href="https://twitter.com/RanveerOfficial/status/958062973775380480?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 29, 2018</a></blockquote>
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<p>Amitabh Bachchan also praised Ranveer and sent a handwritten note in 2015, after watching &quot;Bajirao Mastani&quot;.</p>

<p>In &quot;Padmaavat&quot;, Ranveer Singh was seen alongwith&nbsp;Deepika Padukone, Shahid Kapoor, Jim Sarbh, Aditi Rao Hydari and Raza Murad.</p>


The veteran actor wrote a heartfelt handwritten letter praising Ranveer Singh's acting in 'Padmaavat'

It doesnt take much for veteran Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan to make someone happy. Most recent example is that of Ranveer Singh, who got a surprise on Monday when he received a heartfelt handwritten letter from the legenadary actor praising him on account of his pwoerful acting display in "Padmaavat". The epic movie hit theatres on January 25 and has ever since its release, earned Ranveer his fair share of accolades. Film critics and viewers alike have enjoyed his acting on th big screen. On getting the letter, Ranveer felt overwhelemed by the gesture and thus called the latter his 'award'. He took to Twitter to share a picture of the note and a bouquet that senior actor sent him after watching the film. Ranveer wrote: "Mujhe mera award mil gaya (I have got my award) @SrBachchan." Mujhe mera award mil gaya ????????????@SrBachchan pic.twitter.com/zlo9B6G2od — Ranveer Singh (@RanveerOfficial) January 29, 2018 × Amitabh Bachchan also praised Ranveer and sent a handwritten note in 2015, after watching "Bajirao Mastani". In "Padmaavat", Ranveer Singh was seen alongwith Deepika Padukone, Shahid Kapoor, Jim Sarbh, Aditi Rao Hydari and Raza Murad.

Ranveer Singh says letter from Amitabh Bachchan is his 'award'

<p>Ace celebrity photographer Daboo Ratnani&#39;s calendar for 2018 is soon going to launch and the photographer&nbsp;is raising everyone&#39;s curiosity with sneak peaks and teasers of the behind-the-scenes shots of celebrities posing for his lenses.&nbsp;<br />
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The calendar, which every year features some of the biggest names in the film industry, is a good way to understand which stars are still relevant in the movie business and who aren&#39;t.&nbsp;<br />
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This year, like all other years, Ratnani&#39;s calendar will feature a bevy of stars from Bollywood including Amitabh Bachchan, Priyanka Chopra, Shah Rukh Khan, Vidya Balan, Kriti Sanon, Hrithik Roshan and others. The calendar will also include current Miss World Manushi Chhhilar who makes her debut in Ratnani&#39;s calendar this year.<br />
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Have a look at the teaser and see if your favourite stars have made it to this year&#39;s calendar.&nbsp;</p>

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All your favourite stars in one calendar.

Ace celebrity photographer Daboo Ratnani's calendar for 2018 is soon going to launch and the photographer is raising everyone's curiosity with sneak peaks and teasers of the behind-the-scenes shots of celebrities posing for his lenses. The calendar, which every year features some of the biggest names in the film industry, is a good way to understand which stars are still relevant in the movie business and who aren't. This year, like all other years, Ratnani's calendar will feature a bevy of stars from Bollywood including Amitabh Bachchan, Priyanka Chopra, Shah Rukh Khan, Vidya Balan, Kriti Sanon, Hrithik Roshan and others. The calendar will also include current Miss World Manushi Chhhilar who makes her debut in Ratnani's calendar this year. Have a look at the teaser and see if your favourite stars have made it to this year's calendar. × 1 Debut In #dabbooratnanicalendar2018 & It’s @manushi_chhillar ???? @manishadratnani @dabbooratnani @dabbooratnanistudio #btswithdabboo #dabbooratnani #manishadratnani #dr #dabbooworld #dabboo #ratnani #drnews #drcalendar #dabbooratnanicalendar #dabboomoments #dabbooratnanistudio #dabbooratnaniphotography #dabboodaily #manushichhillar #missworld ❤???????? A post shared by Dabboo Ratnani (@dabbooratnani) on Jan 16, 2018 at 3:17am PST × Woooaaaaahhhhh! Check This Out! #dabbooratnanicalendar ???????? @iamsrk @manishadratnani @dabbooratnani @dabbooratnanistudio #dabbooratnani #manishadratnani #dabboodaily #dabbooworld #btswithdabboo #dabbooratnanicalendar2018 #2018 #dabboomoments #shahrukhkhan #video #srk A post shared by Dabboo Ratnani (@dabbooratnani) on Jan 14, 2018 at 9:07am PST × Baazigar O Baazigar ????????????... Kajol @kajol For #dabbooratnanicalendar @manishadratnani @dabbooratnani @dabbooratnanistudio @sitalmakeup @sangeetakumarhegde #btswithdabboo #dabbooratnani #manishadratnani #dr #dabbooworld #dabboo #ratnani #drnews #drcalendar #dabbooratnanicalendar #dabboomoments #dabbooratnanistudio #dabbooratnaniphotography #dabboodaily #kajol ❤???????? A post shared by Dabboo Ratnani (@dabbooratnani) on Jan 15, 2018 at 1:39pm PST × Smoking Hot @balanvidya ???? #dabbooratnanicalendar2018 @manishadratnani @dabbooratnani @dabbooratnanistudio #smoking #vidyabalan #btswithdabboo #dabbooratnani #manishadratnani #dr #dabbooworld #dabboo #ratnani #drnews #drcalendar #dabbooratnanicalendar #dabboomoments #dabbooratnanistudio #dabbooratnaniphotography #dabboodaily #video ❤???????? A post shared by Dabboo Ratnani (@dabbooratnani) on Jan 15, 2018 at 2:56pm PST ×

Dabboo Ratnani Calendar 2018 is flooded with Bollywood stars!

<p>Bollywood turned up in full force at Umang 2018, the annual celebrations of the Mumbai Police that has actors performing for the police force and their family members each year. From Shah Rukh Khan to Deepika Padukone to Anushka Sharma, Amitabh Bachchan, Aamir Khan, Hrithik Roshan, Ranveer Singh, Kangana Ranaut- some of the biggest stars were seen at the event on Saturday in Mumbai.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Maharashtra Chief Minister Devender Fadnavis was also present along with his two daughters as his wife, Amruta performed on stage. The night saw performances from many singers including Neha Kakkar, Himesh Reshamiyya and Monali Thakur as well actresses like Kriti Sanon, Malaika Arora and Sophie Choudhary.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Aamir Khan showed his signature move as Karan Johar tried to copy the steps. Photo by Yogen Shah (WION)</p>
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<p>Kriti Sanon danced to hit numbers from her films Bareily Ki Barfi and Raabta. Photo by Yogen Shah (WION)</p>
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<p>Shah Rukh Khan, in his usual charming way, wooed the audience with his dance moves and honoured a few female officers. Photos by Yogen Shah (WION)</p>
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<p>Akshay Kumar arrived on stage in style, spoke about his new film Padman and even sang a few lines with singer Mika Singh. Photo by Yogen Shah (WION)</p>
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<p>Amitabh Bachchan at Umang 2018. Photos by Yogen Shah (WION)</p>
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<p>Deepika Padukone looked stunning in a Sabyasachi Mukherjee saree as she went up on stage. Photo: Yogen Shah (WION)</p>
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<p>Dressed in a purple velvet suit, Ranveer Singh was the ladies man for the night as he charmed actresses and the audiences alike. Seen here with Sridevi, Shilpa Shetty and Tabu.Photos by Yogen Shah (WION)</p>
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<p>Singer-banker Amruta Fadnavis, the wife of Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis, also performed at the event. The Chief Minister was present with couple&#39;s two daughters in the audience during her performance. Photos by Yogen Shah (WION)</p>
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<p>Anushka Sharma made her first public appearance post-wedding dressed in a beautiful white ensemble. Photo by Yogen Shah (WION)</p>
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<p>Anil Kapoor, Maniesh Paul and Arjun Kapoor performing on stage at Umang 2018. Photos by Yogen Shah (WION)</p>
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<p>Singer-composer-actor Himesh Reshamiyya performed on stage after a long time. Photo by Yogen Shah (WION)</p>
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<p>Queen Kangana Ranaut was also present at the event. She looked stunning in a Sabyasachi Mukherjee designed saree. Photo by Yogen Shah (WION)</p>
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<p>Hrithik Roshan performed at Umang 2018. Photo by Yogen Shah (WION)</p>
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Mumbai Police' annual bash had biggest Bollywood stars in attendance.

Bollywood turned up in full force at Umang 2018, the annual celebrations of the Mumbai Police that has actors performing for the police force and their family members each year. From Shah Rukh Khan to Deepika Padukone to Anushka Sharma, Amitabh Bachchan, Aamir Khan, Hrithik Roshan, Ranveer Singh, Kangana Ranaut- some of the biggest stars were seen at the event on Saturday in Mumbai. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devender Fadnavis was also present along with his two daughters as his wife, Amruta performed on stage. The night saw performances from many singers including Neha Kakkar, Himesh Reshamiyya and Monali Thakur as well actresses like Kriti Sanon, Malaika Arora and Sophie Choudhary. Here are the photos from the event. Aamir Khan showed his signature move as Karan Johar tried to copy the steps. Photo by Yogen Shah (WION) × Kriti Sanon danced to hit numbers from her films Bareily Ki Barfi and Raabta. Photo by Yogen Shah (WION) × Shah Rukh Khan, in his usual charming way, wooed the audience with his dance moves and honoured a few female officers. Photos by Yogen Shah (WION) × Akshay Kumar arrived on stage in style, spoke about his new film Padman and even sang a few lines with singer Mika Singh. Photo by Yogen Shah (WION) × Amitabh Bachchan at Umang 2018. Photos by Yogen Shah (WION) × Deepika Padukone looked stunning in a Sabyasachi Mukherjee saree as she went up on stage. Photo: Yogen Shah (WION) × Dressed in a purple velvet suit, Ranveer Singh was the ladies man for the night as he charmed actresses and the audiences alike. Seen here with Sridevi, Shilpa Shetty and Tabu.Photos by Yogen Shah (WION) × Singer-banker Amruta Fadnavis, the wife of Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis, also performed at the event. The Chief Minister was present with couple's two daughters in the audience during her performance. Photos by Yogen Shah (WION) × Anushka Sharma made her first public appearance post-wedding dressed in a beautiful white ensemble. Photo by Yogen Shah (WION) × SRK with Maharashtra CM Devender Fadnavis and his two daughters. Photos by Yogen Shah (WION) × Anil Kapoor, Maniesh Paul and Arjun Kapoor performing on stage at Umang 2018. Photos by Yogen Shah (WION) × Singer-composer-actor Himesh Reshamiyya performed on stage after a long time. Photo by Yogen Shah (WION) × Queen Kangana Ranaut was also present at the event. She looked stunning in a Sabyasachi Mukherjee designed saree. Photo by Yogen Shah (WION) × Hrithik Roshan performed at Umang 2018. Photo by Yogen Shah (WION) × Prabhu Deva dancing at Umang 2018. Photos by Yogen Shah (WION) ×

Shah Rukh, Aamir, Deepika, Anushka: Bollywood stars shine at Umang 2018, see pics

<p>Kangana Ranaut will be next seen alongside veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan in her next film.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A report published in a leading publication disclosed that the actress was initially offered a role in another project but since it couldn&#39;t kickstart and she was offered R. Balki&#39;s film with Amitabh, she jumped on to this.</p>

<p>The source was quoted:&nbsp;&ldquo;Kangana had already been roped in for the Arunima Sinha (the first Indian amputee to scale Mount Everest) biopic. But the film showed no signs of kickstarting. So, when Balki offered her this project, she was keen to come on board. The film revolves around a woman who is left handicapped after a freak accident, and eventually reclaims her life. The actors are expected to sign the contracts next week and an official announcement will be made later this month.&rdquo;</p>

<p><em><strong><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/entertainment-bollywoods-ruling-khans-srk-salman-aamir-lock-best-release-dates-for-2018-28446" target="_blank">Also Read:&nbsp;Bollywood&#39;s ruling Khans SRK, Salman, Aamir lock best release dates for 2018</a></strong></em></p>

<p>Kangana is allegedly set to play the role of an amputee while Big B will play her mentor.</p>

<p>Kangana is currently working on her period drama &quot;<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/kangana-ranauts-look-as-rani-laxmibai-from-the-sets-of-manikarnika-has-piqued-our-curiosity-23281" target="_blank">Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi</a>&quot;, being in the last leg of shooting while Amitabh Bachchan is occupied with&nbsp;&quot;Thugs of Hindostan&quot;&nbsp;and &quot;102 Not Out&quot;.&nbsp;</p>


It is reported that Kangana will play the role of an amputee while Big B mentors her in the film

Kangana Ranaut will be next seen alongside veteran actor Amitabh Bachchan in her next film. A report published in a leading publication disclosed that the actress was initially offered a role in another project but since it couldn't kickstart and she was offered R. Balki's film with Amitabh, she jumped on to this. The source was quoted: “Kangana had already been roped in for the Arunima Sinha (the first Indian amputee to scale Mount Everest) biopic. But the film showed no signs of kickstarting. So, when Balki offered her this project, she was keen to come on board. The film revolves around a woman who is left handicapped after a freak accident, and eventually reclaims her life. The actors are expected to sign the contracts next week and an official announcement will be made later this month.” Also Read: Bollywood's ruling Khans SRK, Salman, Aamir lock best release dates for 2018 Kangana is allegedly set to play the role of an amputee while Big B will play her mentor. Kangana is currently working on her period drama "Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi", being in the last leg of shooting while Amitabh Bachchan is occupied with "Thugs of Hindostan" and "102 Not Out".

Amitabh Bachchan, Kangana Ranaut to be seen together in R Balki film

<p>Fanboys rejoice! Amitabh Bachchan has revealed that acclaimed filmmaker Christopher Nolan will be coming to India in a month.&nbsp;<br />
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Big B, via his blog, revealed that Kodak will open its facility here by March.</p>

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<p>&quot;It is all about to change yet again Kodak, that largest name for film, is coming back. Many in the world of direction and production are finding values in the product done on film to be the more liked subject. So, like `Dunkirk`, the film by that renowned Christopher Nolan (who) uses only film for his picture.<br />
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&quot;And in a month or so, the man himself Mr. Nolan is coming to India to inaugurate or at least lend support to a few matters,&quot; Amitabh wrote.</p>

<p>Big B himself is excited about the development as just last month, he was contemplating on why the movie world is still referred to as the &quot;film industry&quot; in the digital age. Hollywood, he says, is getting back to film, again.<br />
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&quot;Firstly, the archival of films, their repairs and preservation, and secondly to support the Kodak world all over again. I believe that Los Angeles, Hollywood is already all back to film again. They say the quality and feel and colour of film is unmatched, so what happens to digital... It shall exist, it shall co-exist and film shot on celluloid shall be sent to the lab for its development, but all post-production work shall be digital.&nbsp;&quot;I mean what kind of times are we living in,&quot; Big B questioned.</p>

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&quot;News! Don`t know if it deserves the tag `breaking` but celluloid film is back. Kodak is to open its facility again fresh and productive in Mumbai soon by March 2018! Hollywood is apparently switching back to film. Hai hai apni digital film ka kya hoga (What will happen to our digital film)&quot; he tweeted.<br />
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Big B, via his blog, revealed that Kodak will open its facility here by March.

Fanboys rejoice! Amitabh Bachchan has revealed that acclaimed filmmaker Christopher Nolan will be coming to India in a month. Big B, via his blog, revealed that Kodak will open its facility here by March. × "It is all about to change yet again Kodak, that largest name for film, is coming back. Many in the world of direction and production are finding values in the product done on film to be the more liked subject. So, like `Dunkirk`, the film by that renowned Christopher Nolan (who) uses only film for his picture. "And in a month or so, the man himself Mr. Nolan is coming to India to inaugurate or at least lend support to a few matters," Amitabh wrote. Big B himself is excited about the development as just last month, he was contemplating on why the movie world is still referred to as the "film industry" in the digital age. Hollywood, he says, is getting back to film, again. "Firstly, the archival of films, their repairs and preservation, and secondly to support the Kodak world all over again. I believe that Los Angeles, Hollywood is already all back to film again. They say the quality and feel and colour of film is unmatched, so what happens to digital... It shall exist, it shall co-exist and film shot on celluloid shall be sent to the lab for its development, but all post-production work shall be digital. "I mean what kind of times are we living in," Big B questioned. Mr. Bachchan also tweeted his excitement on Kodak film`s comeback to India. "News! Don`t know if it deserves the tag `breaking` but celluloid film is back. Kodak is to open its facility again fresh and productive in Mumbai soon by March 2018! Hollywood is apparently switching back to film. Hai hai apni digital film ka kya hoga (What will happen to our digital film)" he tweeted.

Christopher Nolan is coming to India next month to launch Kodak facility, reveals Amitbh Bachchan

<p>As Tamil Superstar <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/rajnikanth-announces-entry-in-politics-28150">Rajinikanth announced his much-anticipated entry into politics</a>, wishes poured in from fans and eminent personalities from all across.</p>

<p>Bollywood&#39;s megastar Amitabh Bachchan also congratulated his long-time friend Rajinikanth and conveyed his wishes on the&nbsp;start of his political journey.</p>

<p>&quot;My dear friend, my colleague and a humble considerate human, RAJNIKANTH, announces his decision to enter politics .. my best wishes to him for his success !!,&quot; read Mr Bachchan&#39;s tweet.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">T 2758 - My dear friend , my colleague and a humble considerate human, RAJNIKANTH, announces his decision to enter politics .. my best wishes to him for his success !!???? <a href="https://t.co/dByrmlZb2c">pic.twitter.com/dByrmlZb2c</a></p>
&mdash; Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) <a href="https://twitter.com/SrBachchan/status/947346711621414912?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 31, 2017</a></blockquote>
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<p>The Thalaiva responded to Sr. Bachchan tweeting, &quot;Thank you very much for your kind wishes respected Amithji.&quot;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Thank you very much for your kind wishes respected amithji ???? <a href="https://t.co/9qcSXkE9QI">https://t.co/9qcSXkE9QI</a></p>
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<p>Other personalities who congratulated Rajini sir on his political debut included celebrated Indian actors like Kamal Hassan, Mohan Babu and Riteish Deshmukh.</p>

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<p>&quot;I congratulate Rajinikanth on his social sentiment and his political arrival... Welcome!,&quot; <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/welcome-welcome-kamal-haasan-on-rajinikanth-joining-politics-28154">Kamal Hassan tweeted</a>.</p>

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<p>&quot;He gave his heart &amp; soul to his art form and people&rsquo;s love made him Superstar Rajini,&quot; read Riteish&nbsp;Deshmukh&#39;s tweet.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">He gave his heart &amp; soul to his art form and people&rsquo;s love made him <a href="https://twitter.com/superstarrajini?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@superstarrajini</a> ... am sure the nobility of his intention will receive as much love, as he announces his political entry. I wish you all the very best &amp; super success sir. ???????????? <a href="https://t.co/EoG3LCmZiG">pic.twitter.com/EoG3LCmZiG</a></p>
&mdash; Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) <a href="https://twitter.com/Riteishd/status/947336386402758656?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 31, 2017</a></blockquote>
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Other personalities who congratulated Rajini sir on his political debut included Kamal Hassan, Riteish Deshmukh and Mohan Babu

As Tamil Superstar Rajinikanth announced his much-anticipated entry into politics, wishes poured in from fans and eminent personalities from all across. Bollywood's megastar Amitabh Bachchan also congratulated his long-time friend Rajinikanth and conveyed his wishes on the start of his political journey. "My dear friend, my colleague and a humble considerate human, RAJNIKANTH, announces his decision to enter politics .. my best wishes to him for his success !!," read Mr Bachchan's tweet. T 2758 - My dear friend , my colleague and a humble considerate human, RAJNIKANTH, announces his decision to enter politics .. my best wishes to him for his success !!???? pic.twitter.com/dByrmlZb2c — Amitabh Bachchan (@SrBachchan) December 31, 2017 × The Thalaiva responded to Sr. Bachchan tweeting, "Thank you very much for your kind wishes respected Amithji." Thank you very much for your kind wishes respected amithji ???? https://t.co/9qcSXkE9QI — Rajinikanth (@superstarrajini) December 31, 2017 × Other personalities who congratulated Rajini sir on his political debut included celebrated Indian actors like Kamal Hassan, Mohan Babu and Riteish Deshmukh. I wish my good friend @superstarrajini the very best. I am sure he will be the much needed Change. — Mohan Babu M (@themohanbabu) December 31, 2017 × "I congratulate Rajinikanth on his social sentiment and his political arrival... Welcome!," Kamal Hassan tweeted. ??????? ????????? ???? ???????????? ??????? ??????????? ?????????????. ???? ???? — Kamal Haasan (@ikamalhaasan) December 31, 2017 × "He gave his heart & soul to his art form and people’s love made him Superstar Rajini," read Riteish Deshmukh's tweet. He gave his heart & soul to his art form and people’s love made him @superstarrajini ... am sure the nobility of his intention will receive as much love, as he announces his political entry. I wish you all the very best & super success sir. ???????????? pic.twitter.com/EoG3LCmZiG — Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) December 31, 2017 ×

Amitabh Bachchan congratulates Rajinikanth on his political debut

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/south-korea-seizes-second-ship-suspected-of-providing-oil-to-north-korea-28181">South Korea seizes&nbsp;</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/south-korea-seizes-second-ship-suspected-of-providing-oil-to-north-korea-28181">second</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/south-korea-seizes-second-ship-suspected-of-providing-oil-to-north-korea-28181"> ship suspected of providing oil to North Korea</a></p>

<p>South Korean authorities have seized a Panama-flagged vessel suspected of transferring oil products to North Korea in violation of international sanctions, a customs official said on Sunday.</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/muslim-women-can-travel-for-haj-without-male-guardian-prime-minister-modi-28167">Muslim women can travel </a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/muslim-women-can-travel-for-haj-without-male-guardian-prime-minister-modi-28167">for</a><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/muslim-women-can-travel-for-haj-without-male-guardian-prime-minister-modi-28167"> Haj without male guardian: Prime Minister Modi</a></p>

<p>Terming the policy of allowing Muslim women to perform Haj only in the company of a male guardian as &quot;injustice&quot;, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said his government has removed the restriction following which hundreds of women have applied to travel alone for the pilgrimage.</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/have-been-assured-that-i-will-be-given-suitable-departments-nitin-patel-28155">Have been assured that I will be given suitable departments: Nitin Patel as he takes charge</a></p>

<p>Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Nitin Patel today said he had been assured by BJP chief Amit Shah that he would be given &quot;suitable departments&quot; in the newly-appointed government in the state.</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/amitabh-bachchan-congratulates-rajinikanth-on-his-political-debut-28172">Amitabh Bachchan congratulates Rajinikanth on his political debut</a></p>

<p>As Tamil Superstar Rajinikanth announced his much-anticipated entry into politics, wishes poured in from fans and eminent personalities from all across.</p>

<p>Bollywood&#39;s megastar Amitabh Bachchan also congratulated his long-time friend Rajinikanth and conveyed his wishes on the start of his political journey.</p>

<p><a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/iran-interior-minister-warns-government-will-confront-disorder-28162">Iran interior minister warns government &#39;will confront&#39; disorder</a></p>

<p>Iran&#39;s interior minister warned Sunday that &quot;violence, fear and terror&quot; will be confronted after a third night of protests against the regime.</p>

<p>&quot;Those who damage public property, disrupt the order and break the law must be responsible for their behaviour and pay the price,&quot; Abdolrahman Rahmani Fazli said on state television.</p>


South Korea seizes second ship suspected of providing oil to North Korea South Korean authorities have seized a Panama-flagged vessel suspected of transferring oil products to North Korea in violation of international sanctions, a customs official said on Sunday. Muslim women can travel for Haj without male guardian: Prime Minister Modi Terming the policy of allowing Muslim women to perform Haj only in the company of a male guardian as "injustice", Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said his government has removed the restriction following which hundreds of women have applied to travel alone for the pilgrimage. Have been assured that I will be given suitable departments: Nitin Patel as he takes charge Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Nitin Patel today said he had been assured by BJP chief Amit Shah that he would be given "suitable departments" in the newly-appointed government in the state. Amitabh Bachchan congratulates Rajinikanth on his political debut As Tamil Superstar Rajinikanth announced his much-anticipated entry into politics, wishes poured in from fans and eminent personalities from all across. Bollywood's megastar Amitabh Bachchan also congratulated his long-time friend Rajinikanth and conveyed his wishes on the start of his political journey. Iran interior minister warns government 'will confront' disorder Iran's interior minister warned Sunday that "violence, fear and terror" will be confronted after a third night of protests against the regime. "Those who damage public property, disrupt the order and break the law must be responsible for their behaviour and pay the price," Abdolrahman Rahmani Fazli said on state television.

WION Evening News Brief, December 31, 2017

<p>After Indian skipper Virat Kohli married his longtime girlfriend and now wife Anushka Sharma in December, all-rounder Hardik Pandya&#39;s brother Krunal Pandya&rsquo;s too tied the knot this year. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Krunal, who plays for IPL team Mumbai Indians as an all-rounder along with Hardik married his girlfriend Pankhuri Sharma at JW Marriott in Mumbai on Wednesday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The wedding ceremony was attended by some of the biggest names in the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar, who is also a mentor of the Mumbai Indians arrived at the venue to bless the couple.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Amitabh Bachchan too arrived to convey his good wishes to the couple.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Both were personally welcomed by Hardik Pandya.</p>

<p>Krunal was part of the Mumbai Indians squad that won this year&#39;s Indian Premier League trophy.&nbsp;He won the Man of the Match trophy in the final for his stupendous 38-ball 47 against Rising Pune Supergiant (RPS).</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Hardik is in the Test squad and will travel to South Africa for the two-month overseas tour featuring 3 Tests, 6 ODIs and 3 T20Is.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The series will start from January 5, 2018.</p>


Krunal married his girlfriend Pankhuri Sharma at JW Marriott in Mumbai

After Indian skipper Virat Kohli married his longtime girlfriend and now wife Anushka Sharma in December, all-rounder Hardik Pandya's brother Krunal Pandya’s too tied the knot this year. Krunal, who plays for IPL team Mumbai Indians as an all-rounder along with Hardik married his girlfriend Pankhuri Sharma at JW Marriott in Mumbai on Wednesday. The wedding ceremony was attended by some of the biggest names in the country. Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar, who is also a mentor of the Mumbai Indians arrived at the venue to bless the couple. Sachin Tendulkar at Krunal Pandya's wedding (Twitter) × Amitabh Bachchan too arrived to convey his good wishes to the couple. Amitabh Bachchan at Krunal Pandya's wedding (Twitter) × Both were personally welcomed by Hardik Pandya. Krunal was part of the Mumbai Indians squad that won this year's Indian Premier League trophy. He won the Man of the Match trophy in the final for his stupendous 38-ball 47 against Rising Pune Supergiant (RPS). Meanwhile, Hardik is in the Test squad and will travel to South Africa for the two-month overseas tour featuring 3 Tests, 6 ODIs and 3 T20Is. The series will start from January 5, 2018.

Hardik Pandya's brother ties the knot, Sachin Tendulkar, Amitabh Bachchan in attendance

<p>Amitabh Bachchan was last seen attending the most high-profile Indian wedding of 2017, Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli with actress Anushka Sharma.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The veteran actor came to attend the star couple&#39;s wedding reception in Mumbai on December 26 with son Abhishek, daughter-in-law Aishwarya and daughter Shweta. While the actor gave memorable&nbsp;photo-ops for the paparazzi present, his right hand was carefully placed in a sling.</p>

<p>Confirming our doubts on his injury, the 75-year-old iconic actor wrote a blog post on his old injury aggravating.</p>

<p>He wrote:&nbsp;&ldquo;An old injury to the left shoulder has through time and activity and age been giving nagging pain&hellip; That has recently got aggravated due to some strong usage on set. Though the pain became unbearable, the medication and the Tunnel visit has shown that it is an extra tear on the rotor cup, but that it is (has) not reached an alarming stage.&rdquo;</p>

<p>He added,&nbsp;&ldquo;The medication, the ice compresses and the sling and ice wrap are under constant follow&hellip; They say it should be in a better heal soon.&rdquo;</p>

<p>Comforting his fans, the beloved actor also said that his pain is &quot;not as bad as it looks&quot;.&nbsp;</p>

<p>At the wedding reception of Anushka and Virat, Amitabh Bachchan could be seen interacting with his industry colleagues and fans among the Indian cricket team who were there to attend their captain&#39;s wedding bash.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The actor will next be seen in &quot;Thugs Of Hindostan&quot;&nbsp;alongside Aamir Khan, Katrina Kaif and Fatima Sana Shaikh of the fame &quot;Dangal&quot;.</p>


The superstar wrote about his old injury aggravating in his blog on Wednesday

Amitabh Bachchan was last seen attending the most high-profile Indian wedding of 2017, Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli with actress Anushka Sharma. The veteran actor came to attend the star couple's wedding reception in Mumbai on December 26 with son Abhishek, daughter-in-law Aishwarya and daughter Shweta. While the actor gave memorable photo-ops for the paparazzi present, his right hand was carefully placed in a sling. Confirming our doubts on his injury, the 75-year-old iconic actor wrote a blog post on his old injury aggravating. He wrote: “An old injury to the left shoulder has through time and activity and age been giving nagging pain… That has recently got aggravated due to some strong usage on set. Though the pain became unbearable, the medication and the Tunnel visit has shown that it is an extra tear on the rotor cup, but that it is (has) not reached an alarming stage.” He added, “The medication, the ice compresses and the sling and ice wrap are under constant follow… They say it should be in a better heal soon.” Comforting his fans, the beloved actor also said that his pain is "not as bad as it looks". At the wedding reception of Anushka and Virat, Amitabh Bachchan could be seen interacting with his industry colleagues and fans among the Indian cricket team who were there to attend their captain's wedding bash. The actor will next be seen in "Thugs Of Hindostan" alongside Aamir Khan, Katrina Kaif and Fatima Sana Shaikh of the fame "Dangal".

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