Amitabh Bachchan takes break from social media, says he has been advised to rest

The veteran actor apologised to fans for his absence and said he would resume writing after a few days of rest and recuperation.

Amitabh Bachchan has announced a short break from social media writing after being advised to rest and recuperate. Photo: Amitabh Bachchan/Bollywood Hungama/Wikimedia Commons
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2 min read  |  Published: 22 Oct 2026

Mumbai: Actor Amitabh Bachchan has announced a short break from writing on social media after being advised to rest and recuperate for a few days.

In a post on X, the veteran actor apologised to his followers for his absence and sought their understanding.

“Apologies .. I beg your forgiveness; I've been advised to take some time off for a few days to rest and recuperate, so I'm not able to write anything,” he wrote.

In a blog post, Bachchan also extended his Dussehra greetings to fans, adding that he was under strict instructions to rest and recuperate and had been advised not to communicate for the time being.

The actor, who regularly connects with his followers through social media and his blog, shared the update on Wednesday.

The announcement came days after Bachchan greeted fans outside his residence during his weekly Sunday darshan ritual.

Fans responded to his posts with messages wishing him well.

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