Aishwarya Rai Bachchan turns 53 as family's past comments on her role and relationships resurface

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan celebrates her 53rd birthday today after winning the Miss World title in 1994 and building a career as a successful actor and global celebrity. Members of the Bachchan family have spoken about her over the years following her marriage to Abhishek Bachchan.

Marriage And Partnership

Abhishek and Aishwarya grew close while working on Dhoom 2, announcing their engagement on January 14, 2007, before marrying on April 20 that same year. They welcomed their daughter, Aaradhya Bachchan, on November 16, 2011. In an interview with YouTuber Lilly Singh, Abhishek noted they had been married for 18 years and their daughter had just turned 14. He stated their relationship was built on partnership rather than traditional expectations of one partner sacrificing their career, adding that he would not be in a marriage where his wife had to stop working so he could feel more like a man.

Family Reactions

After their wedding, Jaya Bachchan appeared on Koffee With Karan and praised Aishwarya for her quiet, reserved nature and ability to fit into the family without pushing herself forward, agreeing she was the ideal Mrs Abhishek Bachchan. Jaya also shared that Aishwarya brought happiness to Amitabh Bachchan, noting his eyes light up when he sees her because she fills the vacuum left after their daughter Shweta got married and moved out. In June 2025, Amitabh responded on Facebook to a user suggesting he should publicly praise his wife and daughter-in-law, stating he praises them in his heart out of respect for the ladies. Shweta Bachchan Nanda also noted on Koffee With Karan that Aishwarya's entry into the household caused roles to reshuffle, though having a partner from the same industry was beneficial.

Context

Family dynamics and relationships in prominent film industry households frequently draw public attention in India. Comments made by actors on talk shows and social media often become points of discussion for fans tracking celebrity lives over decades.