Imagine a romance that blossoms on the sets of a 1971 film called ‘Guddi’, where a young Amitabh Bachchan lands his first lead role. As fate would have it, his co-star Jaya Bachchan would become the love of his life. Their passion for cinema brought them together, and soon, professional conversations turned into romantic ones.
Fast forward to 1998, when Jaya appeared on an episode of ‘Rendezvous with Simi Garewal’. Simi asked Jaya if Amitabh was romantic in real life. Before Jaya could respond, Amitabh jumped in, saying ‘no’. Jaya promptly added, ‘not with me’. This candid conversation left Simi laughing, joking that she had stirred up trouble. When Amitabh asked what being romantic meant, Jaya explained it involved surprise gestures like flowers and wine.
Jaya revealed that Amitabh is extremely shy, which is why he never made such gestures. In a lighthearted tone, she joked that if Amitabh had a girlfriend, he might be more romantic. When Simi asked if Amitabh had ever been romantic during their dating days, Jaya said, ‘no, he never spoke about it’.
Amitabh’s Priorities
Amitabh chimed in, saying that all this talk was a waste of time. In this iconic interview, Jaya shared Amitabh’s priorities, which included his parents, children, and work. She humorously added that he might even prioritize his makeup artist over her, saying, ‘I’m his last priority’.
Amitabh and Jaya’s Marriage and Children
When this video resurfaced on social media, netizens shared various reactions, with many sympathizing with Jaya. One user wrote, ‘She’s a brave woman, and it’s sad she felt this way, but it shows her strength and patience’. Amitabh and Jaya tied the knot on June 3, 1973, and welcomed their daughter Shweta in 1974 and son Abhishek in 1976. Despite the ups and downs, their love story has endured, with Jaya’s words offering a glimpse into their relationship. As the years go by, their bond remains strong, a testament to the power of love and commitment.