"A pleasant 26th of August to all of you," SP Charan began saying on Wednesday evening in a video message to one and all. SP Balasubrahmanyam has started showing more improvement.

"I visited dad at the hospital earlier today. He is doing much better today compared to the day before yesterday. He is feeling comfortable and the doctors are very positive and are happy that the recovery has taken the first step. Though it's slow, he is steadily recovering. There are many steps to be surpassed," Charan said.

He added, "The medical team is confident about a slight improvement in his lungs. My father was today more awake and responded much better. He tried to communicate something to me in writing, but he was not able to hold a pen. I think he will be able to hold and write what he wants to by the end of the week."

Charan revealed that he requested the doctors to let Balu read a newspaper if that's okay. "He has been listening to music. He is trying to sing and these are all very good signs. I am very happy and I thank everyone for all your prayers. We as a family are thankful to you all," Charan signed off.