This year the Bachchan pariwar is giving the festival of colours Holi a miss.

A demise of a close relative of family friend Amar Singh and the recent Pune blast are reasons the family is keeping away from the celebrations.

The head of the family, Amitabh Bachchan had penned about the decision in his blog.

However, the star had extended festival greetings to his fans on behalf of his family, saying, “My wishes and those of my family remain, however, with those that do bring in this festival, a festival that fills us with the joy of achievement and change and produce.”

The veteran actor further wrote, “Happy Holi! And may the colours bright and beautiful ever remain with you in celebration. May it bring peace and calm and may it become the turning point for good tidings.”