Amitabh Bachchan Injured While Shooting Film in India
After falling from a moving scooter while filming for "Piku", the Bollywood star was flown to Mumbai by his agent. Amitabh Bachchan said that he is currently recovering from an injury sustained while filming in south India. After falling from a moving scooter while filming for "Piku", the Bolly
MUMBAI, India (AP) — Amitabh Bachchan said he was injured while shooting a film in southern India and is recovering at home.
The 80-year-old Bollywood superstar posted on his blog Sunday night that he sustained a rib injury while working in Hyderabad on the science-fiction film 'Project K.' It's being made in Hindi and Telugu languages and is slated for release in 2024.
Bachchan wrote that he had broken rib cartilage and a muscle tear. He said the injury was 'painful' and he consulted a doctor before he flew home to Mumbai, where he has been advised to rest.
'I shall be unable to meet the well wishers at Jalsa Gate this evening.. so do not come,' the actor said to fans who often gather outside his home in Mumbai. 'All else is well,' he wrote.
He stated that he would not resume work on the film until he is healed.
Bachchan has appeared in over 200 Indian films. His breakthrough was in 1973's film "Zanjeer" or "The Chain". He rose to stardom as a bold character, inspiring others to imitate his hairstyle, clothes, and deep voice.
The hugely popular actor is also a former politician and a television host.