Amitabh Bachchan has given fans another health update, saying he needs more rest. The post came a day after he announced a break from social media to recover. He shared the note on his official Tumblr blog on Friday, October 23.
Amitabh Bachchan’s latest note on rest and recovery
In his blog post, the 84-year-old actor reflected on the human body. “Yet more rest needed… adjusting… thinking and wondering… the human body and its uniqueness,” he wrote.The post follows his earlier message that he would stay away from social media for a few days on medical advice. On X (formerly Twitter), he apologised to followers for not being able to communicate during this period.“Apologies. I seek forgiveness. I have been advised to take a few days off to rest and recover, so I am unable to write anything at the moment,” he wrote.
Dussehra wishes from the ‘Sholay’ actor
The ‘Sholay’ star had also posted a similar message on his blog while greeting fans on Dussehra. He said he had been told to rest and recuperate and to limit communication. He also apologised to those who had sent him personal wishes and hoped to reconnect soon.He wrote, “First dussehra greetings to all .. love happiness, fullment, prayers (Folded hands emoji) under very strict rest and recuperation .. so am not allowed to communicate .. do excuse .. my apologies ..to all those that have sent me personal wishes , apologies .. but do take this as my respected responce ..more hopefully later.”
Is it linked to the ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 18’ knee injury?
Reports suggest the latest update comes amid news of a knee injury Amitabh Bachchan suffered while shooting for the quiz show ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati 18’. Earlier this month, he told viewers he had slipped during a shoot and hurt his knee.He was seen sitting during the opening segment of the show and explained that the injury made standing uncomfortable. However, he indicated that it was not serious.Amitabh Bachchan has not confirmed whether the advice to rest is connected to the knee injury.