Amitabh Bachchan Pauses Social Media for a Few Days Following Doctor’s Advice
Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan announced on Wednesday that he is taking a temporary break from social media following medical advice to rest and recover. Updating his fans on X (formerly Twitter), the veteran actor apologized for his upcoming silence, though he did not disclose specific details regarding his health condition.
Writing in Hindi, the Kalki 2898 AD star posted: “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.”
This announcement arrives on the heels of ongoing public interest regarding his health and career longevity. Rumors of retirement circulated last month following a cryptic Tumblr blog entry, though Bachchan quickly cleared the air, clarifying that he was merely turning in for the night rather than stepping away from acting.
Upcoming Projects and Recent Health Updates
Despite taking a few days to recuperate, Bachchan’s slate remains busy across both television and cinema:
Kaun Banega Crorepati: He continues to host the 18th season of the popular game show. During an episode earlier this month, viewers noticed a shift in his usual high energy after he skipped his standing monologue. Bachchan addressed the audience directly, revealing he had suffered a fall on set the previous day while pointing to his left knee, before resuming his hosting duties.
Silver Screen Return: On the film front, he is set to reprise his role as Ashwatthama in Nag Ashwin’s highly anticipated Kalki 2898 AD sequel, co-starring Prabhas and Kamal Haasan.
In May, reports had also surfaced about a visit to Mumbai’s Nanavati Hospital, though it was later confirmed to be part of his routine monthly health evaluations. While the screen icon hasn’t shared further details about his current rest period, his fans expect a brief quiet spell online as he follows doctor’s orders to recharge.
