Amitabh Bachchan has opened up about his struggle to get enough sleep after recently injuring his knee on the sets of Kaun Banega Crorepati 18
Published: October 5, 2026, 8:03 PM IST
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Amitabh Bachchan has opened up about his health and the need to get enough rest after recently injuring his knee on the sets of Kaun Banega Crorepati 18The veteran actor said he has been struggling to find enough time to sleep, even though he believes proper sleep is important for the body to recover. In his latest blog post, Amitabh spoke about trying to sleep early and wake up early for workHe wrote, “They said the night sleep is the best repair mechanism of the human body .and I struggle to find the time to follow that… But tonight is a try… now to retire early and be up for a early wake for work .it is a different feel .a state of many thoughts and ideas .all filled with drive and a sense of conquering all that was once considered as a goal .that gives immense power to run to its destination, in time .and I must run to the bed.”
Amitabh Bachchan reveals knee injury on KBC
Amitabh had recently worried fans when he revealed that he had slipped and injured his knee during the shoot of Kaun Banega CrorepatiDuring an episode, the actor entered the set and quickly took his seat instead of doing his usual opening monologue while standing. He explained, “Usually, I do my monologue standing at the centre, but today, I have a knee injuryYesterday, during the shoot, I slipped and fell and injured my knee.”
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Amitabh pointed towards his left knee while talking about the injuryAfter noticing the audience’s concerned reactions, he reassured them that the injury was not seriousHe said he would still stand while hosting the contestants but had some difficulty standing for the opening monologue.
Amitabh Bachchan spotted at event with Jaya Bachchan
Despite his injury, Amitabh was later spotted in Mumbai at a book launch event with his wife and veteran actor Jaya BachchanLegendary writer Gulzar was also present at the event and was seen sharing a laugh with the couple.
Amitabh Bachchan’s upcoming films
Amitabh will return as Ashwatthama in Nag Ashwin’s Kalki 2898 AD Part 2, which also stars Prabhas and Kamal HaasanHe is also reportedly associated with Aankhen 2, although details about the project remain limited.
The actor also has Section 84 in his upcoming projectsThe courtroom drama is directed by Ribhu Dasgupta and stars Diana Penty, Nimrat Kaur and Abhishek Banerjee in pivotal rolesThe film is currently in post-production.
