An inuagural lecture held for late Mansur Ali Khan was missed by dear wife Sharmila Tagore who was hospitalized in an episode of food poisoning.

Sharmila who was admitted at a nearby nursing home said, "I am really very sad that I couldn't make it to Chennai for the inaugural lecture. I am suffering from severe bout of food poisoning and it became impossible for me to attend the event. I fell so ill that I have been admitted to a local nursing home."

The actress further added, "Saif Ali Khan is shooting for 'Bullet Raja' while Soha Ali Khan is promoting her film 'Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster Returns'. Saba was also busy on the day with her event. So, I was the only one who was free to attend the event but I unfortunately fell ill."