Why is Aishwarya Rai's daughter Aaradhya not on social media? Abhishek Bachchan spills the beans, ‘Full credit goes to …'

Economic Times

2 days ago

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Abhishek Bachchan has directly addressed rumors of marital discord with Aishwarya Rai, praising her unwavering dedication to their daughter, Aaradhya. He highlighted Aishwarya's commitment to Aaradhya's upbringing, emphasizing her role as the primary caregiver. Abhishek also expressed pride in Aaradhya's grounded nature and criticized the insensitivity of spreading false narratives about his personal life.
Agencies Abhishek Bachchan Dispels Marital Rumours, Credits Aishwarya Rai for Family Stability For several months, speculation has been rife regarding Abhishek Bachchan's personal life, with numerous reports suggesting strains in his marriage with actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. However, Abhishek has now directly addressed these whispers, offering clarity and expressing deep appreciation for his wife's role in their home.In a candid interview with Nayandeep Rakshit on his YouTube platform, Abhishek opened up about his domestic life and, most notably, highlighted Aishwarya's unwavering dedication as a mother. The actor emphasized that it is entirely Aishwarya who shoulders the primary responsibility of nurturing their daughter, Aaradhya Bachchan.
'I have to give the credit of everything entirely to her mother. I have the liberty, and I go out to make my movies, but Aishwarya does the heavy lifting with Aaradhya. She is amazing. Selfless. I find it amazing..." he said. According to Abhishek, his profession allows him to travel frequently for film projects, while Aishwarya remains devoted to their child's upbringing. He acknowledged that this kind of constant emotional and physical presence is a remarkable trait often found in mothers, something he feels fathers may not always be naturally inclined toward due to their action-oriented tendencies. He underscored that Aishwarya consistently places Aaradhya above everything else, treating motherhood as her foremost priority—a quality he deeply admires.Abhishek also took a moment to express pride in his daughter, Aaradhya. Describing her as a thoughtful and well-grounded individual, he revealed that she currently stays away from social media and does not even own a mobile phone. He believes that her maturity and values reflect not only the upbringing she has received but also her unique personality. He was careful to give Aaradhya due credit, noting that she is evolving into a remarkable young woman on her own merits. Calling her the 'pride and joy' of their family, he expressed gratitude for the peace and contentment that comes from returning to a warm, joyful, and close-knit home.Abhishek fondly recalled the night Aaradhya was born, reminiscing about how she once fit on his forearm and noting, with fatherly amusement, that she has now grown taller than her mother, Aishwarya.While promoting his upcoming film Kaalidhar Laapata, Abhishek addressed the online chatter surrounding his marriage. Speaking to ETimes , he criticized the ease with which people craft negative stories from behind their screens. He called out the insensitivity of such narratives, pointing out that these falsehoods can cause real emotional pain to those involved.In the same interview, Abhishek also recalled his first meeting with Aishwarya. He revealed they met for the first time in Switzerland in 1995, where he had gone location scouting for his father Amitabh Bachchan's film Mrityudaata.As fate would have it, his good friend Bobby Deol happened to be in Switzerland at the same time, busy filming Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya. That movie starred none other than Aishwarya Rai, who would go on to play a pivotal role in Abhishek's personal life. Interestingly, although they were in the same place and knew each other back then, their love story didn't begin during that time.It wasn't until later, while collaborating on films like Dhai Akshar Prem Ke and Kuch Naa Kaho, that their bond began to grow. Their connection deepened even further on the sets of Guru, where their powerful on-screen chemistry eventually led to a real-life relationship.The couple made their relationship official when they got engaged in January 2007. A few months later, on 20 April 2007, they were married in a lavish and highly publicized ceremony in Mumbai, attended by close family, friends, and several celebrities from the film industry. In 2011, their family grew with the birth of their daughter, Aaradhya, bringing a new chapter of joy and togetherness into their lives.
( Originally published on Jul 05, 2025 )