Twitter Alert: Amitabh concerned about Egypt

The Egyptian unrest spreads far beyond the domain of politics as celebrities around the world post concerned tweets.

The crisis in Egypt may have caused political turmoil but the unrest spreads far beyond the domain of politics as celebrities around the world post concerned tweets on the micro blogging site, Twitter.  Legendary Bollywood actor, Amitabh Bachchan shares his concern with his fans on the site saying, “Depressing to see beautiful Cairo in turmoil, I nostalgically remember my visit there and the attention and love they gave me.”

While Bachchan feels for the country personally because of his visit and warm welcome in Egypt, other international celebrities including Katy Perry also reminded fans to pray for the country’s welfare and invited them to participate and support in efforts. “Praying for safety and peace in Australia and Egypt , join me,” posted Perry on her page.

However, international celebrities are not the only ones who are concerned and disturbed by the distressing happenings around the world. Local singer and actor, Ali Zafar posted a tweet saying, “May the force be with the people of Egypt — rather may the people of Egypt be the force.”

On a lighter note, veteran actor, Amitabh Bachchan also takes time out to tweet to his fans about his son’s birthday, “New Zealand is seven and half hours ahead and its way past midnight into February 5 — Abhishek’s birthday, wished him and will wish again when he gets up.”  While the actor indulges in family time, an excited Tyra Banks announced the next cycle of her show, “America’s Next Top Model”. The model tweets to her fans saying, “Calling all my high fashion ladies. Is it your turn to be on top? I’m starting my search, Go to tyra.com to get all the info and bring it.”

Here is our collection of the best ten tweets celebrities posted this week.

Ali Noor

At the Lahore Guitar School listening to Poor Rich Boy play live. These guys are so good that I got goose bumps.

Atiqa Odho

Did you know that the Atiqa Odho lipsticks have no animal fat or perfume in them, which makes them a medically safe and halal product.



My thanks to the wonderful Marie Claire team for a memorable experience.

Ali Zafar

“Whatever is flexible and flowing will tend to grow, whatever is rigid and blocked will wither and die” - Tao Te Ching

Ashton Kutcher

Solitary triumph starts and ends with loneliness.

Shabana Azmi

In Hyderabad for Tumhari Amrita. Was born in this city and love the food. Had an outstanding audience response to Tumhari Amrita in Hyderabad. We’ve been doing the play for 19 years now and it is as rewarding as always.

Paris Hilton

Taking off, going back to Los Angeles. Bye Germany. Love Paris.

Katy Perry

Very happy about the new collaboration remix that just went down ... it’s on another level.

Britney Spears

Just heard Femme Fatale has been trending for almost 2 days. I live for and love you all! Thank you, thank you, thank you.

Russell Crowe

Currently employing 500 builders (and) will employ 4000 more when I am finished.

Published in The Express Tribune, February 9^th, 2011.