Abhishek Bachchan
and
Aishwarya Rai
Bachchan drew attention when they arrived separately at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding at the Jio World Centre in Mumbai on July 12. Adding to the speculation, Abhishek recently liked an Instagram post about the challenges of
divorce
, sparking questions about their marriage.
Amid these rumours, an old interview with
Jaya Bachchan
has resurfaced, offering insights into Aishwarya’s place in the Bachchan family.
Aishwarya and Abhishek’s 2007 wedding remains one of Bollywood’s most discussed events, noted for its exclusivity and limited media access. During that year, Jaya appeared on
Koffee with Karan
and expressed her admiration for Aishwarya. Jaya praised her daughter-in-law for her humility and quiet demeanor, noting how Aishwarya seamlessly integrated into the Bachchan family and understood their close relationships.
In the interview, KJo suggested that Aishwarya might help lighten Jaya’s responsibilities. Jaya expressed hope that Aishwarya would take on more than just a few tasks.
Shweta Bachchan
humorously cautioned her mother not to burden Aishwarya too soon.
Abhishek Bachchan Reacts to Divorce Post on Instagram; Fan Reacts, ‘I Don’t Believe On This…’
Following their wedding, Aishwarya and Abhishek welcomed their daughter Aaradhya in 2011. In a 2010 appearance on Koffee with Karan, Abhishek discussed the private nature of their wedding, explaining that their decision was influenced by the presence of his ailing grandmother. He mentioned that while both families would have liked a larger celebration, they chose to keep it intimate and instead sent out invitations seeking blessings from everyone.
