As 26/11 looms ahead media prepares to commemorate those horrid moments with programmes aimed at rebuilding episodes in memory of the unfortunate that lost their lives and the brave that fought for the lives of others. The grave and chilling visuals haunt us even today and we watch and relive those anxious hours of survival and battle as a vulnerable city geares itself up to the shock of terror.

Texts of hope and reconciliation, of moral strength and honor get written up by men of letters and men of poetry. And those with a voice lend theirs to highlight the tragic hours for the city of Mumbai. India TV does a documentary of the event and I record a most apt poem from my Father’s works that talks of building our nest again with fortitude and pride. Arnab Goswami from Times Now wishes that I join a panel as does Rajdeep Sardesai from CNN/IBN that will discuss the effect and after effect of this day and date. I am not qualified for this and regret, but not before I record another blank verse plea written by the great lyricist and add., guru Prasoon Joshi. They are strong and inspirational. I feel it from the heart as my rendition resounds in the hollows of a recording studio. But will it resound in the corridors of the electronic media with equal resonance ?? And thereby eventually to the rest of the country and the world ! Who knows.

The preparations for the Premier now reach a frenzied pace. Lists and invites and seating and decoration. Cards and numbers and seatings and …

The list simply does not end. And in the middle of all this is the event for the 28th , my Father’s birth anniversary. There is a cultural programme there as well. Recitation and rendition and all of that will come to me. And of course there is Bigg Boss, which according to the buzz is getting to be quite a favorite and a most popular show.

And the media again, every day, for the promotions. Today another 15 went down the hill with me and I have to say that they are getting to be a most interesting lot. Many now identify with Auro, are anxious to talk to him and one group today even brought along Cadbury’s chocolates knowing Auro’s fondness for the delicious eat. Cute !!

This not withstanding the Times Group wishes for me to write an article on the Power of Entertainment for their anniversary issue.

How on earth one individual shall be able to accomplish all this and remain sane is another wonder that the world seeks but has not been able to find.

I shall take early leave … and leave you with my love as always ..

Amitabh Bachchan