Amitabh Bachchan buys plot for home in Ayodhya, approx valuation at Rs 14 crore

Amitabh Bachchan

Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya has been in the limelight lately owing to the upcoming inauguration of the Ram Mandir in the city. Now, actor Amitabh Bachchan has purchased a plot in The Sarayu, a 7-star mixed-use enclave in Ayodhya by Mumbai-based developer The House of Abhinandan Lodha (HoABL). Reportedly, the plot purchased by Bachchan is measured to be 10,000 square feet and has been valued at Rs 14.5 crore.

The Sarayau is spread over 51 acres and will be formally launched on January 22 when Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya. Speaking about his investment in the project, Bachchan said in a statement, "I am looking forward to embarking on this journey with The House of Abhinandan Lodha for The Sarayu in Ayodhya, a city that holds a special place in my heart. The timeless spirituality and cultural richness of Ayodhya have forged an emotional connection that transcends geographical boundaries. This is a start of a heartfelt journey into the soul of Ayodhya, where tradition and modernity seamlessly co-exist, creating an emotional tapestry that resonates with me deeply. I am looking forward to building my home in the global spiritual capital."

Amitabh Bachchan was born in Allahabad (now Prayagraj) in Uttar Pradesh which is a four-hour drive from Ayodhya.

The Sarayu is located at a distance of 15 minutes from the Ram temple and 30 mins from the Ayodhya International Airport. In a statement, Abhinandan Lodha, chairman, HoABL called the project a milestone moment for the company. He also said that they are thrilled to have Mr Bachchan as the "first citizen" of The Sarayu. "His investment in our Ayodhya project reflects confidence in the city's economic potential and deep appreciation for its spiritual heritage," he said, adding that Bachchan's association would turn the project into "a symbol of Ayodhya's global spiritual significance".

Amitabh Bachchan has also been invited for the grand Ram temple inauguration on January 22. The inauguration will be a grand affair with celebrities from the fields of cinema, sports, and politics gracing the event.

Meanwhile, on the work front, Amitabh Bachchan will next be seen in the film Kalki 2898 AD directed by Nag Ashwin. The film also stars Prabhas, Deepika Padukone and Kamal Haasan and is set to release in theatres on May 9.