Mumbai’s relentless monsoon has once again led to waterlogging in several parts of the city, and even Amitabh BachchanThe iconic residence of Jalsa has not remained intact. A viral video recently showed rainwater entering the veteran actor’s bungalow after heavy rains. 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 continued to gather outside his home for the weekly darshan.
Fans run despite heavy downpours
As part of his usual Sunday interaction, Amitabh Bachchan shared pictures from outside the Jalsa on his Tumblr blog and expressed gratitude to fans who made their way through the rain to meet him.“A wave, folded palms.. an autograph signing.. and they hold on and leave.. my respect as always.” The actor admitted he was touched by the unwavering dedication of his fans, regardless of the weather.“They come in spite of the weather – rain, shine, winter … and the same enthusiasm … so deeply moving to me.”
Amitabh urges everyone to be safe
Reflecting on the ongoing monsoon spell in Mumbai, Amitabh noted that the rains had continued unabated, causing floods in several places while refilling water reservoirs. “The rains are not abating…the floods continue…yes, the monsoon has been delayed, and now the water resources – the surrounding lakes are filling up…some difficulties for the inhabitants…agriculture…but this too will pass.”He concluded his message with a word of caution, encouraging everyone to prioritize their safety during the ongoing downpour. “Stay well everyone… stay safe… venture out only if it’s absolutely urgent… like in Mumbai… but in general too… you are all too precious.”
Water enters Jalsa complex amid Mumbai floods
A video that surfaced online recently captured rainwater pooling outside Jalsa before flowing into the complex as nearby drainage systems struggled to cope with the heavy rain. The footage quickly gained traction on social media, with many users noting that the incident highlighted the recurring flooding issues that Mumbai faces during every monsoon season.Over the past few days, the city has witnessed widespread waterlogging, traffic disruptions and slow daily life as continuous rains hit several neighbourhoods. Civic authorities have been working to clear blocked drains and alleviate flooding, while forecasts indicate that more rain is likely.
Amitabh Bachchan Upcoming Projects
On the professional front, Amitabh Bachchan will reprise his role in the sequel to Nag Ashwin’s 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 be returning for the sequel.