Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who will be hosting the opening ceremony of Indian Premier League (IPL) 5, is working very hard for the event.

"Up at 6 am and in studio to record for opening gala of IPL in Chennai on April 3rd, " the actor tweeted Sunday morning.

The 69-year-old, who recently underwent two abdominal surgeries, will recite a special poem penned by writer-lyricist Prasoon Joshi on the opening night.

"Prasoon Joshi's poetry, Raju Singh's music, Wizcraft's event design, Captains of world cricket and the IPL.. humbled!!, " he further posted.

The IPL 5 starts on April 4, a day after the opening ceremony, and the final of the tournament is scheduled to take place on May 27.