Jul 18

The Magic begins….

Category: The Unforgettable Tour Diary....










 

 

Excitement, anxiety, nervousness, anticipation….and a whole lotta of other emotions were creating havoc in my heart as I was about to board the “Unforgettable” flight. With over 60 Shiamak dancers and Wizcraft crew and tons and tons of cargo piled up for take-off, thrill and exhilaration had completely jostled the air….and when Abhi-Ash walked in, colour coordinated in white-shirts and blue denims, looking as ‘love’ly as ever, with mama Bachchan and Riteish Deshmukh in tow, the excitement quotient just went soaring up….Preity Zinta took-off on another flight, on the same day, departing just a few minutes before us.

 

As I was thinking of my long journey ahead (almost 24 hours and 3 different time zones) I couldn’t help but feel happy about the fact the three Bachchans and Riteish were in the same flight as I. This happiness lasted only till London though, our pit-stop en route Toronto, as they went on another flight. Also I couldn’t stop myself from being amazed at the amount of following our stars have worldwide, right from India to London up till Toronto we had fans lined up to catch just one glimpse of their favourite stars, to touch them, to shake their hand, to take their picture….

 

The long journey with these so many thoughts came to an end in Toronto, where we loaded ourselves into a van and headed straight to our Hotel. I was lucky enough to be put in the same hotel as the stars, the remaining Wizcraft Crew and Shiamak dancers were to stay at another, right above the venue of ‘The Show’!

 

The remaining part of the day went-by before I knew. The preparations, the jet-lag consumed us totally. Next day (17th) I woke up in a jiffy, there was a press conference scheduled in the morning half with all the ‘Unforgettable Stars’, and I so did NOT want to give that a miss.

 

At around 10.30am the stars walked into a room packed with media…the shutterbug frenzy totally reminded of India and I snapped myself out of reminiscing about home to again be pushed into a daze…c’mon I had the biggest stars of Indian Cinema right there in front of me in less than an arms distance, really aint my fault!! Abhishek looked daper in a crisp white shirt, blue denims and brown jacket while wifey Ash’s smart snug-fit denims and jacket made a whole lotta head turns (yeah, the usual!)..and just as I about to start wondering that is there any special reason for Big B to adorn his ‘Bunty aur Babli’ look, he voluntarily announced ‘British Airways has lost my bags, I am forced to wear the same piece of clothing since the past 2 days’!!

Dozens of media questions followed and the media –savvy Unforgettable Stars were at their wittiest best with the replies. When Bachchan Sr. was quizzed on how he keeps himself fit at this age ( I just fail to understand why people ask this, but never the less) pat came the reply ‘it’s the love of fans that keeps me going’…a broad smile unknowingly came across my face and the room was filled with a thunderous applause.

 

Media flurry was followed by one of the fans as the stars walked out of the media room, the fans came in leaps and bounds, just for that one-glimpse. Girls screamed for Abhishek, people made posters of Aishwarya for her to autograph on…the stars obliged and the fans rejoiced!

What gives me a really good-feeling about this tour is that the glitz and glamour aside, the tour is promoting and supporting the noble cause of ‘Lighting a Billion Lives’, an initiative by The Energy Resource of India (TERI). Not only this but whenever there is any opportunity for charity, Big B is the first to come forward. So I followed him to his visit to Canadian National Institute of Blind where he spent few thoughtful moments with the visually impaired…yes I am in awe of this fabulous person and when I see him go out of his way to make a difference in the lives of those who need it the most…my heart goes all out and my respect for him just grows unimaginably.

 

The day ahead was scheduled for rehearsals so I packed myself off to the venue to get a first hand view of the all the behind-the-scene action. The untiring energy of the dancers of the Shiamak troupe, the enthusiasm of the stars was just mind-blowing and I just know that this show is going to rock and HOW. Riteish ran through his act first, and then Preity, Abhishek and Aishwarya followed. Then there I sat and Big B came on stage, rehearsed his act a bit and I questioned myself that if this is the charisma of the man while is casually dressed in a track-pants and a sweatshirt, how amazing is he going to be on show day.

 

I had gone through so much in the day and was dying to share it with you. However much I hated, I left the rehearsals around 12 to write to you all but I know the entire entourage, the stars and dancers, were on it till 2.30 in the morning!!!

 

Well tomorrow is THE DAY and of what I saw at night, it is going to be one hell of a show…

‘ll be back tommorow with tons more from the show..bye!

34 Comments so far

  1. Nikita July 18th, 2008 5:32 pm

    Tks a ton…this is awesum..can you pls put some more pcitures of Abhishek and Riteish…

  2. Abhimanyu July 18th, 2008 5:33 pm

    I cant wait for this tour to come to London
    Can you please get me to meet Preity Zinta once..pls i beg you…i am ger greatest fan in the world

  3. Heer July 18th, 2008 11:26 pm

    They all are looking goergeos. Could you please meet me with all the bachans! I cant afford the prices so please make the price of ticket lower for me.

  4. Mary July 18th, 2008 11:51 pm

    Just bought my tix for the Chicago show on August 10. I am SO excited!

  5. rizwana July 19th, 2008 1:47 am

    heyy can u post more piczz f preityy plzzzzzzzzz……

  6. Lakshmi July 19th, 2008 6:59 am

    Could you post more pics of Akshay and Madhuri please?

  7. Jennifer July 19th, 2008 3:08 pm

    Y ISNT THERE A CONCERT IN ORLANDOOOOOOOO??????????????
    im in new york right now but i have to go back to florida in time for school, so im missing the concert!!!!!
    AAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    its killing me here!!!

  8. Kass July 19th, 2008 5:24 pm

    thanks for the pics and review. Are you going to more of the shows? You mentioned you are heading to Trinidad.

    More Aishwarya I want to see.

  9. Samilia July 19th, 2008 5:33 pm

    Very exciting, thank for te pics

    They all are AMAZING !!!!

    All the best to all the team !

  10. Kat July 19th, 2008 6:56 pm

    i loved the show. To be honest I came to watch Aishwarya but you all were great! Mindblowing! Excellent! Love you all!

  11. Yajaira July 20th, 2008 12:56 am

    Hi there! I appreciate your feedback of the tours… it makes me more excited to view the one at Houston. I am really looking forward to it.
    By the way, do you know how long the show will be or how many songs will they be playing?
    If possible… please respond.

  12. ambreen July 20th, 2008 3:21 am

    hiii thanks for the pix ! can u plzzzzz put more pix of ritesh because i really like him !!

  13. Imtiaz Ahmed July 20th, 2008 5:04 pm

    Hello there,

    Nice to know about this BLOG, I am in China,
    Saw few pictures here on your blog < this is good I like it.
    I would like to request you to upload few VIDEOS of this show.

    warm regards
    Imtiaz Ahmed

  14. Amit July 20th, 2008 5:24 pm

    Thnx for the unforgettble show in Toronto - but could you guys please post more diary entries- maybe some from the superstars like Ash, Abhi and Mr.Bachan. If possible some clips of the show too!

  15. Shanu July 21st, 2008 12:08 am

    howw cool i cant wait till they come to san francisco i just wish that there is back stage becauz am commin all the way from panama city panama.
    becauz its my bdayy…..
    i lov eull unforgettable
    heyy and i wanted to know i got some news that there are possibilities SAIF ALI KHAN joins….

  16. Imah July 21st, 2008 2:17 am

    Hi there

    Thanks for updating the blog regarding the Tour. From the reviews and your comments i can say that the 1st leg at Toronto was a successful ones.

    COngrats to all and please keep updating us with news, pictures and even video/clips of the tour if you can :)

    All the best to The Unforgettable Team especially Abhishek .

    Nobody Like U Abhishek!
    Imah

  17. shantaram July 21st, 2008 4:04 am

    Its wonderful to see that bollywood goes all over world.

  18. Sandra July 21st, 2008 3:40 pm

    I caught the show in Toronto with my daughter. AMAZING. I loved it. I love Amitabh.

  19. Yana July 21st, 2008 9:45 pm

    I was so trilled when I found out that you ‘all would be launching the tour in Toronto. Not only was it my city. But also the place where Abhi proposed to Aishu. Thats so sweet and so romantic. I love you Abhi-Ash. You are the best couple in bollywood. I also cant wait for Mani Rantanam’s next which will be starting Abhi-Ash. once again the magic. Luv you both.

  20. valini July 21st, 2008 11:54 pm

    the show in trinidad was reall amazing. i hope that they come back soon. i loved all the performances. i especially liked ritesh’s performances. if possible can you post me some of the pics? please i’m dying for some. thanks a million!!!

  21. valini July 22nd, 2008 12:02 am

    the show in trinidad blew my heart away. i hope they come again soon. ashwaraya looked like a true queen on that stage. i loved all of the performances, especially ritesh’s. i love him. if possible could you send me some pics of him please!!!!! i’m dying for some. thanks a million for coming to our country’ we hope to see you very soon again!

  22. rebecca pezzi July 22nd, 2008 2:56 am

    Very disappointed that I will not be able to make it to the show. Am enjoying the pics. Will there be a DVD? love and God bless

  23. Imah July 22nd, 2008 6:20 am

    Guys keep up the good work cause i’m sure you will Rock theCity you are at!!!! :)

    To Wizcraft pls pls pls ….consider selling the DVD of the Tour so that fans like me in Singapore have the opportunity to view the concert as well.

    All the best to guys :)

    Love
    Imah

  24. !Pawan Pipalwa July 22nd, 2008 10:25 am

    Thanks for the snaps…. u guys are rocking…keep doing gr8 perfomances..Good Luck.

    Can we see the entire show at tv or on dvd cd?

    Thanks,
    Pawan Sharma
    Noida.

  25. Harsha Ghatapanadi July 22nd, 2008 10:39 pm

    My Long Cherished Dream of seeing ‘Amitabh Bachchan’ came true in Toronto. He brought back my old memories of seeing him on Big Screen in 1970’s by singing and dancing hit numbers from DON, DEEWAR, Yaraana, Kalia, Silsila, Amar Akbar Anthony etc. which are all my favorites, electrifying the entire Stadium and enthralling 10,000 plus audiences, who all were humming to the tunes. My special thanks to Mr. Amitabh Bachchan and the entire team for making this event ‘The most Spectacular Live Show I have ever seen in USA/Canada’. I was dying to hear Amitabh’s voice. His unforgettable dialogues with his ‘Unforgettable Voice’ from movies like Deewar, Kabhie Kabhie etc. were a blessing in disguise. Last but not least, he also entertained young audience with his new movie hits.

    I had never expected ‘Jaya Bachchan’ in Toronto. We all were taken a back when she appeared on stage. My hearty thanks to Jayaji for joining the ‘First Family of Bollywood’. We all remember Jaya Bhaduri from good old days of ‘GUDDY’.

    Abhishek Bachchan was looking ‘HOT’ and ‘STUNNING’ and driving girls crazy. He stole my heart by dancing to numbers from Don and Silsila. For a moment I felt I am reliving the moments of Amitabh Bachchan of 1970’s. I truly adore him.

    Rhitesh Deshmukh, Akshay Kumar, Vishal-Shekar added an extra fuel to the already HOT Stadium atmosphere. All-In-All, it was a memorable event, which will be the last stage show from Amitabh Bachchan considering his age. So, if you are a Bachchan’s fan, then there should not be any second thoughts. Get, set and Go and buy the tickets.

    Many hearty thanks to Amitabh Bachchan for organizing shows of this magnitude all over the world. Also my hearty Congratulations to the entire team for making the premier show a Grand Success. May GOD give ‘First Family’ of Bollywood, a long long long long long long long healthy, active and cherished life. Good Day Sir!

    I am eagerly waiting to buy the DVD of the Premier Show. Please release one.

    best regards from,

    Harsha and Ashwini Ghatapanadi
    harshasg@gmail.com

  26. Sagar Sonker July 25th, 2008 6:23 am

    Dying for Madhuri’s magic to begin…

    Sagar Sonker
    http://www.madhurifan.com

  27. Jiya July 25th, 2008 7:36 am

    hi Amitaji…….u dont worry ur show will be going fentastic….. u are the power of god…………..so y u worry……we are with you…….alwasy……so keep it o=up and going well….u are roking and unforgettable is really will be unforgettabel………i love you and god bless you……

    Jiya

  28. Natasha July 26th, 2008 9:08 am

    more pix of the dancers and shiamak plzzzzzzzzzzz:)

  29. Imah July 26th, 2008 2:34 pm

    Hi there

    Please tell Abhi that he is looking COOL in the Lime green tee and i just love it!

    All the best to the Team on for the USA Tour :)

    Nobody Like Abhishek
    Imah

  30. Sabitha July 28th, 2008 2:50 pm

    Hey can someone tell me if the stars came down from the stage to meet or dance with the audience. If so, who?

    I have booked my tickets to the Houston show on Aug 2nd and I am soooooooooooooooo excited! I would appreciate feed back from LA and San Fran and others if the stars came down from the stage to meet the fans! Or, if the fans could dance for 1 or 2 songs!

  31. sritam July 28th, 2008 6:46 pm

    would u please release the dvd of the entire tour!
    thanx nd best of luck to the entire team

  32. Well Wisher August 1st, 2008 8:28 am

    Heartly thanks to Amitabh Bachchan for organizing shows of this magnitude all over the world. And also he did the right choice by choosing Vishal and Shekhar for music. Also, hearty Congratulations to the entire team for making the premier show a Grand Success.

    Shekhar You Rock Man…………………………. and You will always Rock …………………………..Bachanji is really lucky to have Shekhar on his show.

    We are Really Missing you Shekhar in India …………………………….

    Lots of Luvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvv

  33. Well Wisher August 1st, 2008 8:34 am

    The King of the World is Shri Amitabh Bachhanjiiiiiiiiiiii

    And watever he does is always unforgettable.

    So god is with him and his team to hit the show success and make it really unforgettable,

    God bless……………..

    All the Best

    Vishal Aur Shekhar hai aapke Saath
    Tog Darne ki kya hai Baat.

    Abhishekh ka hai Sahara
    Toh yeh Desh hai Humahra

    Aishwarya bahu bhi degi saath
    har mod pe pakadke abhishekhji ka haath

    Lots of Luv top the entire troop.

  34. Well Wisher August 2nd, 2008 4:52 pm

    Would Appreciate if any of one could write to me anything on my e-mail id. waterfishdkd@gmail.com

    I Know there are millions of fans , I am also one of them who is craxy after each and every one.

    Shekhar You Rock man…..All the best and keep Rockingggggggggggggggggggggggggggggg

    Thanks
    Bye
    Good Wishes.

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