Just came across this news – Amitabh Bachchan is being paid Rs. 100 crore for writing on his blog – that is nearly 25 million dollars ! Now thats a HUGE sum to be paid to write a few paragraphs daily, even if it is from an iconic figure like Amitabh Bachchan.
I have been an ardent admirer of Amitabh not only for his acting skills, but more so in the way he has conducted himself off-screen through-out his illustrious career. It is tough being in public eye constantly for more than 35 years and he has handled the media glare exceptionally well. Never has he stirred up controversy, always keeping mum and never really criticizing or putting down his fellow actors. However, since he has started blogging, things seem to have taken a total U turn. Nearly every post he has written have been controversial and widely covered by Indian media.
I have read some of his posts and I can’t believe that Amitabh can write this controversial stuff. Take an example of this post where he compares the TV ratings of KBC show hosted by him with others like Panchvi Paas and KBC hosted by Shahrukh Khan.
Does Amitabh need do all this to stamp his supremacy?
Having said this I am not sure if this “100 crore payment” is true or just a rumor, but if it is true, he sure has to write controversial stuff to give Bigadda maximum mileage for the buck they have paid.
What say?
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Author: Arun Prabhudesai
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Hi Dearest Amitabh….its me Dipak an ardent fan of your, The very smart, sweet looking, sexy, cute smiled Amitabh.. How shall I address you.. I can only say ‘one who stays in the hearts of millions & millions of people’…May god bring you more glory, happiness, health, wealth & everything that would make you even more energetic. You are an excellent Artist and one of the best India has produced and one of my favourite Actor. Your acting is great and your rich voice has been a treat to hear. I hope you continue to bring joy to many with your acting. I love you as much as I love my family. Such a sweet person you are. Without listening to your voice, at least once a day…. my God! I cannot even imagine. I have seen all your movies, it was the first time I visited to you. Give love to ur family. Amitabh you are a very very energetic man and I want to meet you directly but, Presently my financial condition is not good, I work in a IT company as a Clark, my salary is Rs. 5500/- P.M
Thanks
With kindest regards,
Dipak Kumar Adhikari.
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