'Humko kya lena...': Amitabh Bachchan did THIS when Abhishek proposed Aishwarya Rai for marriage
Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai have worked together in several films, including Dhai Akshar Prem Ke, Kuch Naa Kaho, Guru, Raavan, and Dhoom 2. The film Guru had its premiere in New York, after which Abhishek proposed to Aishwarya. In an interview, Aishwarya revealed that Abhishek proposed to her with a ring during the premiere of Guru, and she said yes to the marriage.
Amitabh Bachchan also shared in an interview, 'Abhishek and Aishwarya are fond of each other. In New York, after the premiere of Guru, Abhishek called me and said that he had proposed to her. I said, 'Come on home.' I asked Aishwarya if she was happy. She said yes. I picked them up and took her home. I told her, This is your home. Humko kya lena dena hai aur kuch se?'
After this, Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan got married secretly on 20 April 2007, in 2011 she gave birth to their daughter Aaradhya. Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan's wedding
On April 20, 2007, the cinema industry witnessed the union of two cinema royals – Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan in a wedding that redefined grandeur, elegance, and cultural richness. The actress' look was the epitome of classic South Indian bridal fashion. She wore a specially commissioned Kanjeevaram silk saree in shades of antique gold, a hue that perfectly echoed the richness of heritage and the sanctity of the occasion. She was styled by Neeta Lulla. Her beautiful sari was woven with real zari (gold thread), and it was an artwork in itself.
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