Rajesh Khanna
and
Amitabh Bachchan
, two of the most iconic figures in
Bollywood
, had a dynamic and complex
relationship
both on and off the screen.
In a 1990 conversation for
Movie magazine
, Rajesh Khanna inquired if Amitabh Bachchan’s intense, angry on-screen persona affected his personal life. Rajesh, reflecting on his own experiences, remarked that he often carried a ‘hangover’ of his roles back home and asked Amitabh if he similarly brought the violence of his characters into his private life.
Amitabh Bachchan responded that he couldn’t answer the question because he wasn’t sure whether he was doing well on screen.
He explained that he simply delivered his lines and did what was required of him, and when it was time for pack-up, he would just wrap up his work.
Amitabh also admitted that he considered himself ‘terrible’ at
romance
. This lack of romantic flair surprised fans, especially when Jaya Bachchan candidly discussed their marriage back in 1998.
The interviewer Simi Garewal was curious about Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan’s early days and asked Jaya if Amitabh had ever been romantic when they were dating. Jaya’s response was surprising, as she mentioned that they never spoke during that time. Seeing Simi’s shocked reaction, Jaya clarified that they ‘hardly spoke’. Amitabh, in his usual straightforward style, added that he considered talking to be such a waste of time.
Despite their difference, Amitabh and Jaya’s enduring bond continues to inspire many, making them one of the most respected couples in the Indian film industry.
