Karan Johar once asked Abhishek Bachchan if he was torn between Jaya Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai, his reply was...
In a memorable episode of Koffee With Karan, host Karan Johar posed a playful yet probing question to Abhishek Bachchan: Did he ever feel caught between the three significant women in his life, his mother, his sister, and his wife? The inquiry, delivered with Johar's characteristic flair, elicited a moment of levity and introspection, to which Aishwarya, seated beside Abhishek, responded with a witty remark, highlighting the unique dynamics of familial relationships.
The actress, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, replied in fast pace and said, 'Only time the wife would be called the other woman as you said it,' turning the conversation into a light-hearted exchange. Abhishek, acknowledging the strength and harmony among the women in his life, credited them for maintaining balance within the family. He noted that his mother and wife share a close bond, often discussing everything together, which has been instrumental in fostering a supportive household. Abhishek said, 'I think credit has to be given entirely to the girls. I have very little to do with it. What also works is that Maa and she (Aishwarya) are very close. They talk about everything. When a woman first comes to her husband's house, she feels a bit out of place, evidently and obviously. I think the only person who can truly fill that void is her mother-in-law.' More about Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
Abhishek and Aishwarya's romantic journey took a beautiful turn with the arrival of their daughter Aaradhya in 2011. They are frequently spotted together at various events, always accompanied by Aaradhya. Be it award ceremonies or family vacations, it's evident that they cherish their time together as a family. Meanwhile, t he pair has collaborated on a number of films, such as Guru, Dhaai Akshar Prem Ke, Dhoom 2, and Kuch Naa Kaho. More about Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai's Work Front
Abhishek was recently featured in 'Kaalidhar Laapata, helmed by Madhumita Sundararaman ' and is currently immersed in the filming of 'King.' His father, Amitabh Bachchan, even took to social media to announce that Abhishek has begun work on this exciting new project. 'King' has already generated considerable buzz, especially since it includes Shah Rukh Khan and his daughter Suhana Khan in the cast.
Meanwhile, Aishwarya made a notable appearance in Mani Ratnam's 'Ponniyin Selvan: II,' further solidifying her impressive career alongside talents like Chiyan Vikram, Karthi, Trisha Krishnan, and Ravi Mohan.
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