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Amitabh Bachchan injured in 'attack' by Shiv Sena men on visiting Bal Thackeray at Matoshree

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Posted: Nov 15, 2012 at 0348 hrs IST

New Delhi Cine superstar Amitabh Bachchan, who was amongst the first to rush to Matoshree to ask about the welfare of Shiv Sena supremo Bal Thackeray after news of his being put on life support spread, was met by an angry crowd gathered around Matoshree.

Bachchan, who had appealed to the crowd to remain calm, was roughed up by an angry group, which had become quite emotional after news about Thackeray's deteriorating health spread.

Big B was injured, his kurta torn and he received slight injuries on his arm.

However, the nature of the injuries were not serious, with Bachchan himself tweeting that he was treated by the doctors at Matoshree itself for cuts and bruises, and that he was all right.

That Bachchan was feeling quite nostalgic about events and his tumultuous relationship with Thackeray is clear from the fact that he tweeted: “At height of Bofors scandal, Bal asked me, 'are you involved?'”

"When I said no, he said, 'Don't worry, I am with you. You are an actor, go do what you are best at'."

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Bal Thakarey by Deepak on 20 Nov 2012

True. Perhaps if people had good jobs, the likes of this phoney keeper of Maharashtrian identity would die unsung and unknown and without the sins that he and his ilk preach and practice. To keep people poor, underpreviliged and shackled to poverty is big business indeed. Patriotism ..blah..that is an old notioned and obsolete idea.

Bal Thakarey by Deepak on 17 Nov 2012

True. Perhaps if people had good jobs, the likes of this phoney keeper of Maharashtrian identity would die unsung and unknown and without the sins that he and his ilk preach and practice. To keep people poor, underpreviliged and shackled to poverty is big business indeed. Patriotism ..blah..that is an old notioned and obsolete idea.

Bal Thakarey by Deepak on 15 Nov 2012

True. Perhaps if people had good jobs, the likes of this phoney keeper of Maharashtrian identity would die unsung and unknown and without the sins that he and his ilk preach and practice. To keep people poor, underpreviliged and shackled to poverty is big business indeed. Patriotism ..blah..that is an old notioned and obsolete idea.

Bal Thakarey by Deepak on 15 Nov 2012

True. Perhaps if people had good jobs, the likes of this phoney keeper of Maharashtrian identity would die unsung and unknown and without the sins that he and his ilk preach and practice. To keep people poor, underpreviliged and shackled to poverty is big business indeed. Patriotism ..blah..that is an old notioned and obsolete idea.

Same Everywhere by Linden Watterson on 18 Nov 2012

"Patriotism ..blah..that is an old notioned and obsolete idea." True. Thank the gods for our election here. It is too easy to get scared people to do hurt themselves in the name of God(s) and Country. Peace to India from America.

Articulate by Zubin on 15 Nov 2012

Well said..couldn't have put it better myself.

about illness by haja on 15 Nov 2012

God should not save him.He is shame for Mumbai.

BAL by Rayaz on 15 Nov 2012

I am surprised and most disgusted by the support this old dying man received!! Shame on Indians.

Bal Thakarey by Deepak on 15 Nov 2012

True. Perhaps if people had good jobs, the likes of this phoney keeper of Maharashtrian identity would die unsung and unknown and without the sins that he and his ilk preach and practice. To keep people poor, underpreviliged and shackled to poverty is big business indeed. Patriotism ..blah..that is an old notioned and obsolete idea.

GM by Kamalar on 15 Nov 2012

It happens only in India that extremist followers with blind faith without judging their whims and fancies behave so arrogantly and foolishly. Every human being whether he is simple person and or a sage has to die one day. instead of praying for his moksha, they create a scene for publicity.

Bal Thakarey by Deepak on 15 Nov 2012

True. Perhaps if people had good jobs, the likes of this phoney keeper of Maharashtrian identity would die unsung and unknown and without the sins that he and his ilk preach and practice. To keep people poor, underpreviliged and shackled to poverty is big business indeed. Patriotism ..blah..that is an old notioned and obsolete idea.

Bal Thakarey by Deepak on 15 Nov 2012

True. Perhaps if people had good jobs, the likes of this phoney keeper of Maharashtrian identity would die unsung and unknown and without the sins that he and his ilk preach and practice. To keep people poor, underpreviliged and shackled to poverty is big business indeed. Patriotism ..blah..that is an old notioned and obsolete idea.

Bal Thakarey by Deepak on 15 Nov 2012

True. Perhaps if people had good jobs, the likes of this phoney keeper of Maharashtrian identity would die unsung and unknown and without the sins that he and his ilk preach and practice. To keep people poor, underpreviliged and shackled to poverty is big business indeed. Patriotism ..blah..that is an old notioned and obsolete idea.

You fool you cannot understand what Bal Thackeray Stands ! by Harshal on 15 Nov 2012

He's the real hero who dares to speak truth, No hidden agenda no CORRUPTION. He's the only leader who can speak and do whatever is necessary, irrespective of who the other person (at fault) is. He is the ONLY real hero who one can admire. I think you are not aware of what he's and What has he done. Otherwise you would not find MANGO mans standing for whole night for asking about a person's Health ! Bal Thackeray is a man of HONOUR ! Salute to him, Jai Hind.

Unnecessary visit to M by gayathri on 15 Nov 2012

Why did Amitabh Bachchan go to Matoshree?

Maratha Crook by D.Raja on 15 Nov 2012

Sensuble people will call this person as a crrok and a donky.He spoiled the great heritage of Mahrathi culture. He is nothing but a congrss stooge.

Death to the Mass Murderer by Shahid Fazal on 15 Nov 2012

Indian media shows its extremist colors at occasions like these when P*gs like Thackeray are on deathbed. It is conveniently forgotten that this Son of a B*tch ordered his SS goons to murder,rip apart,burn muslims on the streets of BOMBAY as a result of which 1000 innocents lost lives for no fault of theirs(as per Sri Krishna Commission report). Media's worshipping and eulogizing of such massmurderers only tells that Extremist Hindutvavadis are sitting at the helm of Media organizations.

Bal Thackeray 'Extremely Critical" by Amar Jeet Singh on 15 Nov 2012

The gut feeling says that Bala Saheb has passed out. The news is held back due to unrest of Shiv sainiks, who may create law & order problem in Mumbai.

Amitabh Bachchan injured in 'attack' by Shiv Sena men on visiting Bal Thackeray at Matoshree by vs.iyer on 15 Nov 2012

I pray Almighty for his Speedy Recovery

Bal Thackeray the Tiger by Naveen on 15 Nov 2012

Long live Bal Thackeray, the real lion and patriot of India. He is comparable to Subash Chandra Bose.

Amitabh Bachchan injured in 'attack' by Shiv Sena men on visiting Bal Thackeray at Matoshree by Kris Kary on 15 Nov 2012

This has proved that our mob always behave differently.

Fanatics by manoj on 15 Nov 2012

Fanatics rule india. they are reason why india is still living in stone age while other country has grown far ahead of us. wake up dear.

businessman by patriot on 15 Nov 2012

kal marta ho to aaj mar jai salaa LOL

UNFORTUNATE INCIDENT HURTING AMITABH BACHCHAN by RAJAT KUMAR MOHINDRU .JALANDHAR CITY . on 15 Nov 2012

It is really unfortunate that Super Star Amitabh Bachchan has been hurt by some anti social elements when he had gone to inquire the health of Shiv Sena Supremo Bal Thackeray . It is strange that Mr Amitabh Bachchan had gone as a courtsey to inquire the health of Bal Thackeray

Balasaheb by mohan on 15 Nov 2012

The tiger may be down , but he is not out......................and will never be!

Bad news for Mr. Good news by SS on 15 Nov 2012

bad news you idiot. his death is only going to get his son and nephew more votes. you are a bloody racist and minority hindu hater.

Sad News by prav on 15 Nov 2012

Long live Bala Saheb.

good news by S. on 15 Nov 2012

why on earth is the whole media so upset with the news of the illness of this Hitler-worshiping, xenophobic, misanthropic crook? The news only makes me happy. The world needs less of these intolerant, warmongering religious ideologues.

Yes by K Durgasharan on 15 Nov 2012

I second your views.

very true by yashwant Shinde on 15 Nov 2012

Well said. We certainly don not need such leaders. Talk to those sounth Indians who bore the brunt of this crook and you will realise how they had to endure a traumatic experiences of his dirty politics. Amitabh Bachchan is a celebrity. But ask any poor north Indian and you will realise how relived they must feel now.

hi by ji on 15 Nov 2012

yes i agree, this is too much for such bad person, he was bad in mumbai everyone saw what he did in 1992 and still all praising him, wow, anna not said even single word for him for corruption wow, anna u r great, if he is gone than why so much tension in mumbai, why all road blocks and shops are been closed, this is what they ask for vote and make them win, thisis total ridiculos, every one on this earth has to go one day, so he is going what so much big in this,

i agree by ss on 15 Nov 2012

i agree ..

Not your piece of cake by Amit on 15 Nov 2012

He represented the voice of those masses (those unemployed mill workers) in Mumbai who felt oppressed at the hands of the discriminatory rule of Congress in Maharashtra. At least he was not one of those politicians who change their statements day in day out. He remained firm with his idealogy throughout. It requires a lot of guts to stay firm in what you believe in. Anyway's not your piece of cake.

True supporter of Hindus by Gopi on 15 Nov 2012

Dude, I dunno who you are, where you from and how old are you. But remember one thing that Mr.Bal Thackeray was a great supporter of Hindus and Hindu religion. You better check your records and history before using your words. However, if you are a muslim or a christian, I understand your frustration. Always remember, this is Hindustan... land of Hindus and not of muslims. It will remain the land of Hindus forever.

BalThackrey by santosh on 15 Nov 2012

I think the one who has written ill about our leader is a fool

Intolerant ? by black on 15 Nov 2012

You seem equally intolerant of his views. You also seem to be advocating death though natural I assume for him. Does this make you any better than the man you called a misanthropic crook ?

Bad News MR Hidnus by Chandra on 15 Nov 2012

You are the devil, if you get happiness of other death, You are the big devil

Let me make a guess by Aniket on 15 Nov 2012

Let me make a guess, you would be quite happy when media covers good for nothing amul baby with all the lineage of emergency imposing , 84 rioting and yet secular family..isnt it? When some one is dying atleast have the decency of not talking trash..

Bal Thackrey by Niranjan on 15 Nov 2012

Because this is India and any person with little ability is elevated to the level of God by a few and the rest of the people follow! Dynasty rule in India is common and this will not be an exception!

Public don't remember by true indian on 15 Nov 2012

Except collecting money Sena has done nothing for Hinduism. They oen Bars, & even Girls were rescued from Bala Thackrey's Grandson's ( Whose father died in Accident,Smita's son. How long Indian will be fooled by so called nationalists or patriots?

good news? Why? by anand mishra on 15 Nov 2012

Well you are not helping the worthy cause either. Let he man rest in peace. He will be judged by the history.

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