Amitabh Bachchan’s iconic Jalsa home gets monsoon makeover with clever desi jugaad

Amitabh Bachchan, one of Indian cinema’s biggest stars, calls the iconic Jalsa home. Despite owning several lavish properties, he remains deeply committed to caring for his cherished residence.

Recently, during Mumbai’s heavy rains, he took proactive measures to safeguard his house, an effort that quickly caught attention online through a widely shared video.Jalsa Wrapped in Plastic SheetsBachchan’s residence, Jalsa, was seen wrapped entirely in plastic sheets in a recent social media video, a precaution to shield the historic home from Mumbai’s relentless monsoon rains. The coverings were carefully placed to protect the building while preserving the surrounding natural environment.Fans Appreciate Superstar’s EffortsAfter the video went viral, fans praised the superstar’s efforts to protect his properties from natural disasters. Some expressed simple approval, while others questioned why the protection was applied now despite the property’s long-standing presence, suggesting it might be to preserve the paint, accompanied by supportive emojis.Tribute to Harivansh Rai BachchanThe actor, deeply bonded with his father Harivansh Rai Bachchan, honored him by installing a bench shaped like his iconic book Madhushala.

This tribute bench stands in Wroclaw, Poland, a UNESCO Heritage City. Amitabh also has a similar bench on the lawns of his Mumbai residence, Jalsa, celebrating his father’s literary legacy.The Bachchan Family’s Cherished PropertiesReportedly, Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan own five distinct residences, located across India and abroad. Their properties include two flats in Juhu, a Gurgaon apartment, and a home in France. Each is thoughtfully named—Jalsa, Janak, Prateeksha, and Vatsa—reflecting deep personal significance and adding character to their cherished homes.