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Amitabh Bachchan drops priceless VIDEO of ancient Hindu Vishnu temple in Iran made in 1892, netizens thank him for making them aware

Amitabh Bachchan drops priceless VIDEO of ancient Hindu Vishnu temple in Iran made in 1892, netizens thank him for making them aware
Amitabh Bachchan recently surprised fans by sharing an intriguing Instagram video about an ancient Hindu Vishnu temple situated in Bandar Abbas. Through the post, the veteran actor shed light on a unique historical connection between India and Iran, drawing attention to the role of Indian traders in the region during the 19th century.The clip focused on the historic Bandar Abbas Vishnu Temple, which was reportedly constructed in 1892 during the Qajar era for members of the Indian Hindu trading community living and working in the city. The post quickly sparked curiosity online, with many social media users appreciating the lesser-known cultural and historical ties highlighted by the actor.Sharing the video, Amitabh captioned it, “The Ancient Hindu Vishnu Temple in Abbas Bandar, Iran .. Built in 1892 during the Qajar era, it was constructed for Hindu traders from India working in the city .. the song .. in Persian."The temple, popularly known as the Bandar Abbas Vishnu Temple, stands as a reminder of the Indian merchants who once carried out trade activities in the Iranian port city. The video also featured a Persian song in the background, adding to the cultural richness of the post.Known for frequently sharing historical trivia, reflective thoughts, and culturally significant stories on social media, Amitabh once again managed to fascinate fans with this glimpse into a shared Indo-Iranian heritage.
Recently, the legendary actor also spoke about dealing with sleepless nights due to his demanding work commitments. Reflecting on his hectic routine, he admitted that despite doctors recommending proper rest, work often takes priority.He wrote, “No sleep process takes over at this hour of the morning from the night before. Why because, work is more important than sleep… medical says it’s not right… must get 7 hrs minimum… the body grows, develops and repairs in the sleep hours… so what does one do? As I work, I am glued to the Ef Blog but in the silence of the night that gentle music on slide guitar – sitar rendering some of the most soulful classical meditation solos… aaah!! there is no better cure for the soul than this."The actor further expressed how deeply comforting he finds music, especially classical and meditative compositions, which help calm his mind during long, restless nights.
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