The incessant rain in Mumbai has once again led to waterlogging in many parts of the city, and yet: Amitabh BachchanThe iconic residence of Jalsa, did not remain untouched. A viral video recently showed rainwater entering the veteran actor’s bungalow after a heavy downpour. While Amitabh chose not to comment on the circulating clip, he acknowledged the difficult weather conditions in his latest blog on Sunday and thanked fans who continue to gather outside his house for weekly darshan.
The fans turned out despite the heavy rain
As part of his usual Sunday interaction, Amitabh Bachchan shared photos from outside the Jalsa on his Tumblr blog and expressed gratitude to admirers who braved the rain to meet him.“A wave, folded palms .. a signing of autographs .. and they persevered and left .. my respect as always.” The actor admitted that he was touched by the unwavering dedication of his fans, regardless of the season.“They come regardless of the weather – rain, shine, winter..
Amitabh urged everyone to stay safe
Reflecting on the ongoing monsoon spell in Mumbai, Amitabh noted that the rains have continued incessantly, leading to flooding in many areas while also filling water reservoirs. “The rain does not subside .. flooding continues .. yes, Monsoon is delayed, and now the water sources – the surrounding Lakes are filled .. some difficulties for the residents .. farming .. but this too will pass.”He ended his message with a word of caution, urging everyone to put their safety first in the ongoing downpour. “Be well everyone .. be careful .. only go if it’s very urgent .. like in Mumbai .. but also in general .. you are all precious.”
Water entered the Jalsa compound amid flooding in Mumbai
A video that recently surfaced online captured rainwater pooling outside the Jalsa before flowing into the compound as nearby drainage systems struggled to cope with the heavy downpour. The visuals quickly gained traction on social media, with many users pointing out that the incident highlighted the recurring flooding issues Mumbai faces every monsoon.The city witnessed widespread waterlogging, traffic disruptions and slow movement of daily life in the past few days as continuous rains lashed many neighbourhoods. Civic authorities are working to clear blocked drains and ease flooding, while forecasts indicate more rain is likely.
Amitabh Bachchan’s upcoming projects
On the professional front, Amitabh Bachchan is set to reprise his role in the sequel to Nag Ashwin’s blockbuster sci-fi epic ‘Kalki 2898 AD’. The upcoming film will once again feature Prabhas and Kamal Haasan in pivotal roles. While the first installment also starred Deepika Padukone, reports suggest that she will not return for the sequel.
