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News18
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Rekha Once Slammed Jaya for Excluding Her From Amitabh Bachchan's Wedding: 'She Wants to Dominate…'
Last Updated: Rekha once felt snubbed after she was not invited to Jaya Bachchan and Amitabh Bachchan's wedding despite her bond with the latter and residing in the same building. Rekha, Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan were headline-makers of the 80s and continue to remain one to date. Rekha, in multiple interviews in the past, had openly expressed her love for already-married Amitabh. Interestingly, it was through Jaya Bachchan that she met her Silsila co-star for the first time. It all started when Rekha moved into the same building as the Mili actor, and a sisterly bond developed between them. Despite the closeness, Jaya snubbed Rekha at her wedding to Amitabh. Rekha and Jaya Bachchan, then Jaya Bhaduri, would often spend time with each other and talk about life and career when not in shoots. Jaya was already a big name in the film industry and Rekha was steadily finding her ground. It was during once such day that Rekha first met Jaya's then-boyfriend, Amitabh Bachchan, at Beach Apartments in Mumbai. As written by Yasser Usman in his book Rekha: The Untold Story, published by Juggernaut, Amitabh Bachchan decided to marry Jaya right after he delivered a blockbuster, Zanjeer, after a series of flops. However, Rekha, who was close friends with Jaya, was not invited. An excerpt from the book read: 'On 3 June 1973, their wedding was solemnized. Rekha, however, was not invited, which left her feeling sour. In an interview, Rekha said, 'There was a time when I looked on Jaya as a sister… I used to think she was genuine, because she often spoke very seriously and gave me lots of loving advice. But now I realize that Jaya is a 'general advisor" to every Tom, Dick and Harry. All she wants to do is to dominate people and that too, for only as long as it suits her.'" It was further mentioned: 'Rekha did not stop there. She expressed resentment at not being called for the wedding: 'In spite of all her affectionate show of friendship and all that, she didn't even bother to invite me for her marriage – and my house was in the same building.'" Back in 1981, Rekha, Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan came together on screen – a bold casting move that only Yash Chopra could have pulled off. Interestingly, the film's storyline reflected the real-life dynamics of its lead trio, which is perhaps why it remains so talked about even today. First Published: July 19, 2025, 15:11 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
India.com
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Amitabh Bachchan once broke his silence on tensions with Jaya Bachchan and Rekha: 'A divorce will...'
Amitabh Bachchan once broke his silence on tensions with Jaya Bachchan and Rekha: 'A divorce will...' The off-screen dynamics between Amitabh Bachchan, Rekha and Jaya Bachchan continue to make headlines. Big B, who was already married to Jaya, was rumoured to be smitten by Rekha. However, nothing ever happened as the Zanjeer actor once firmly said that he doesn't believe in divorce amid ongoing rumours of marital strain. Famous Biographer Yasser Usman in his book Rekha: The Untold Story documented what Jaya Bachchan reportedly told about her husband's affair rumours. 'Let the whole world say what they want. He [Amitabh Bachchan] has made a commitment to me and he has to have the courage (to say he's in love with somebody else!), and if he is doing something behind my back, it's his problem. Not my problem. He has to live with it. And with his conscience,' Jaya Bachchan said. What did Amitabh Bachchan say on tensions with Jaya amid Rekha controversy? Then Amitabh Bachchan addressed the speculations of growing tension in his marriage. An excerpt from the book read, 'Without taking Rekha's name, Amitabh responded to the reported tensions in his marriage: 'A divorce will never happen in our case. I don't believe in divorce because my basic instincts are Indian. I made an absolutely first-class choice when I took Jaya as my wife.' In the same book, Yaseer Usman revealed, 'This is the closest that Amitabh ever came to even admitting that all was not well in the Bachchan household. But Rekha kept fuelling the media fire. In an interview with Stardust, she made a strange claim: that Jaya had invited her over to the Bachchan home one day. 'Jaya did not mind the relationship as long as she thought her husband was only having a fling. It's when she realised that he was really emotionally involved, that is when it began hurting her. She called me for dinner one evening and though we spoke about everything but him, before I left that day, she made sure to tell me, 'I will never leave Amit whatever happens'.' In 1981, Yash Chopra cast Amitabh Bachchan, Rekha and Jaya Bachchan in a film together named Silsila. Interestingly, the film's storyline rumoured to mirror personal life tensions of the lead actors.
NDTV
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
When Amitabh Bachchan Said Amid Tensions With Jaya And Rekha, "Don't Believe In Divorce"
Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan and Rekha - the off-screen dynamics of the trio keep find its way to the headlines, even in 2025. Yash Chopra cast the terrific trio in his classic Silsila (1981). The film is rumoured to mirror the tensions of Big B's real life featuring his wife Jaya Bachchan and co-star Rekha. Addressing the tensions, Amitabh Bachchan once said that he doesn't "believe" in divorce. What's Happening Famous Biographer Yasser Usman in his book Rekha: The Untold Story once documented what Jaya Bachchan told addressing the rumoured affair between Big B and Rekha. "Let the whole world say what they want. He [Amitabh Bachchan] has made a commitment to me and he has to have the courage (to say he's in love with somebody else!), and if he is doing something behind my back, it's his problem. Not my problem. He has to live with it. And with his conscience," an excerpt from the book read. In the same book, Yaseer Usman talked about how Rekha kept the media abuzz with an anecdote of her encountering Jaya Bachchan at their house. "This is the closest that Amitabh ever came to even admitting that all was not well in the Bachchan household. But Rekha kept fuelling the media fire. In an interview with Stardust, she made a strange claim: that Jaya had invited her over to the Bachchan home one day. 'Jaya did not mind the relationship as long as she thought her husband was only having a fling. It's when she realised that he was really emotionally involved, that is when it began hurting her. She called me for dinner one evening and though we spoke about everything but him, before I left that day, she made sure to tell me, 'I will never leave Amit whatever happens'." While Rekha and Jaya Bachchan handled the media in their own way, Amitabh Bachchan said that divorce was not the option they were looking for. "A divorce will never happen in our case. I don't believe in divorce because my basic instincts are Indian. I made an absolutely first-class choice when I took Jaya as my wife'," according to Yaseer Usman's book. In A Nutshell Amitabh Bachchan once addressed the tensions between his wife Jaya Bachchan and Rekha, and categorically said he doesn't believe in divorce.
News18
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
‘Don't Believe In Divorce': Amitabh Bachchan Once Addressed Tension With Jaya Amid Rekha Controversy
In the 80s, rumours of Amitabh Bachchan's affair with Rekha persisted, but he denied divorce to Jaya Bachchan due to his 'Indian values'. Rekha, Amitabh Bachchan, and Jaya Bachchan were the most hit headline-makers of the 80s. An already married Bachchan was rumoured to be smitten by Rekha back in the day. However, nothing materialised since the Sholay star once said that he doesn't 'believe in divorce" amid rumours of tension in his marriage with Jaya. Jaya Bachchan, reportedly, would dismiss rumours of her husband's affair in interviews. As written by Yasser Usman in his book Rekha: The Untold Story, published by Juggernaut, Jaya reportedly once said, 'Let the whole world say what they want. He [Amitabh Bachchan] has made a commitment to me and he has to have the courage (to say he's in love with somebody else!), and if he is doing something behind my back, it's his problem. Not my problem. He has to live with it. And with his conscience!" Then came Amitabh's response to growing tensions in his marriage. An excerpt from the book read, 'Without taking Rekha's name, Amitabh responded to the reported tensions in his marriage: 'A divorce will never happen in our case. I don't believe in divorce because my basic instincts are Indian. I made an absolutely first-class choice when I took Jaya as my wife'." Another portion from the book said, 'This is the closest that Amitabh ever came to even admitting that all was not well in the Bachchan household. But Rekha kept fuelling the media fire. In an interview with Stardust, she made a strange claim: that Jaya had invited her over to the Bachchan home one day. 'Jaya did not mind the relationship as long as she thought her husband was only having a fling. It's when she realised that he was really emotionally involved, that is when it began hurting her. She called me for dinner one evening and though we spoke about everything but him, before I left that day, she made sure to tell me, 'I will never leave Amit whatever happens'." In 1981, Rekha, Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan even starred in a film together – a casting that only Yash Chopra could have dared to put together. Interesingly, the film's plot mirrored the personal lives of the lead actors. The reason, it continues to stay relevant even today. view comments First Published: July 12, 2025, 16:58 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Rekha ended her rumoured relationship with Jeetendra after hearing him call her a 'timepass': 'I'll take out his clothes, personally monitor...'
Veteran actress Rekha is known for her iconic roles and unmatched screen presence. Her journey began in 1966 as a child artiste in a Telugu film, and she quickly climbed the ranks in Bollywood to become one of the most sought-after leading ladies of her time. Rekha was linked to several leading men in the industry, most famously Amitabh Bachchan, with whom she shared undeniable chemistry. However, one lesser-known chapter in her life involves her alleged romance with actor Jeetendra . The actress experienced heartbreak when she reportedly overheard Jeetendra referring to her as his 'timepass.' Rekha's alleged romance with Jeetendra Rekha and Jeetendra appeared in several films together, including Maang Bharo Sajna and Ek Hi Bhool. They became a beloved on-screen pair in the industry and were admired for their chemistry. Many fans believed they were dating in real life. According to Yasir Usman's biography Rekha: The Untold Story, the actress had developed deep feelings for Jeetendra during that period. However, what seemed like a budding romance ended abruptly. Late Vinod Mehra's wife Kiran Mehra on his alleged relationship with Rekha: 'She's the person who remained in his life till end' Jeetendra reportedly called Rekha a timepass Their relationship reportedly came to an end during the shooting of the film Bechara in Shimla. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like They Were So Beautiful Before; Now Look At Them; Number 10 Will Shock You Reportingly Undo As per sources cited in the biography, Rekha happened to overhear Jeetendra speaking to a junior artiste, referring to her merely as a 'timepass.' The remark left Rekha heartbroken. She was deeply hurt and retreated to her make-up room, where she broke down in tears. That moment of betrayal reportedly compelled her to make a decision to end the relationship and move forward. Rekha about marriage Rekha has remained tight-lipped about many aspects of her love life. However, in a candid 2006 interview with Hindustan Times, she opened up about the possibility of marriage: 'I'm not in denial. If I find someone who's willing to share me with my fans, I might change my mind. If I had a man, I would just be devoting all my attention to that one person. I'll take out his clothes, personally monitor his menu, prepare the lunch and personally deliver it to him. ' Rekha married Delhi-based businessman Mukesh Aggarwal. Tragically, Mukesh committed suicide just seven months after their marriage.
