There is no denying the fact that the Bachchans belong to the Old School of thought and thus many industry insiders were surprised when they chose an actress as their bahu! However Amitabh Bachchan feels that Ash is perfect as she is "domesticated"
and a "simple girl".
Asked what it was that impressed him about Rai, Bachchan told the NDTV news channel: "I think she's a lot simpler than what is made out of her. She's a very simple girl, very traditional. She's also very domesticated."
Domesticated? Come on Mr Bachchan, I thought you guys were looking for a daughter in-law and not a pet!
I am in awe of Amitabh Bachchan. He deserves this French highest civilian honor.
I have another interpretation of this award as well as of selection of Amitabh for this award by the French government. I look at it as a economic and cultural coup by the French. Now for the next few days powerful indian media will be focussing on this award. Amitabh's fans will become more aware of the French. Amitabh will be asked about this award during the interviews.
Eventually, this will help BNP Paribas, Alcatel, Sanofi/Avantis, Dassault (Mirage) and French business.
We in India must follow this example and create awards of our own and gain exposure in the foreign media.
Posted by: mumbaiKar | January 28, 2007 5:39 PM | Permalink to Comment