Aishwarya Rai married Indian actor Abhishek Bachchan.
Marriage Overview
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Marriage Date: April 20, 2007
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Spouse Details: Born on February 5, 1976, Abhishek Bachchan is the son of seasoned Bollywood stars Jaya and Amitabh Bachchan.
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Wedding Location: Private ceremony held at the Bachchan family residence (Prateeksha) in Mumbai.
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Children: One daughter, Aaradhya Bachchan (born November 16, 2011).
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Shared Filmography: The couple starred together in several films, including Dhaai Akshar Prem Ke (2000), Kuch Naa Kaho (2003), Umrao Jaan (2006), Dhoom 2 (2006), Guru (2007), and Raavan (2010).
Career & Major Achievements
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Pageant Career: Crowned Miss World 1994 after placing 1st runner-up at Femina Miss India.
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Acting Debut: Made her film debut in Mani Ratnam’s acclaimed Tamil film Iruvar (1997) and her Bollywood debut in Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya (1997).
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Key Notable Works: Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999), Taal (1999), Devdas (2002), Dhoom 2 (2006), Guru (2007), Jodhaa Akbar (2008), Enthiran (2010), Ae Dil Hai Mushkil (2016), and Ponniyin Selvan: I & II (2022–2023).
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Honors: Awarded the Padma Shri by the Government of India in 2009 and the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the Government of France in 2012. She was also the first Indian actress to serve on the jury at the Cannes Film Festival (2003).
| Real Name | Aishwarya Rai Bachchan |
| Nickname | Ash, Gullu |
| Profession | Actress and Model |
Personal Information
| Age (as in 2026) | 52 Years |
| Date of Birth | 1 November 1973 |
| Birth Place | Mangalore, Karnataka, India |
| Zodiac sign/Sun sign | Scorpio |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Hometown | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| School | Arya Vidya Mandir, Mumbai |
| College | Jai Hind College, Mumbai D. G. Ruparel College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Mumbai |
| Educational Qualifications | College dropout |
| Debut | Film Debut: Iruvar (1997, Tamil film) Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya (1997, Bollywood film) |
| Religion | Hindu |
| Hobbies | Knitting, collecting watches and reading |
Relationships & Dating History
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Rajeev Mulchandani: During her early modeling days before winning Miss World, she briefly dated fellow model Rajeev Mulchandani.
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Salman Khan (1999–2001): One of the most publicized relationships in Bollywood history. They grew close during the filming of Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999). The relationship ended in late 2001, after which Aishwarya publicly cited abusive behavior and harassment as reasons for the breakup.
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Vivek Oberoi (2002–2004): Following her breakup with Salman Khan, she dated actor Vivek Oberoi. The relationship gained widespread media attention following a famous press conference held by Vivek regarding threats from Salman Khan. The couple parted ways shortly after.
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Abhishek Bachchan (2006–Present): They fell in love while filming Dhoom 2 and Guru. They announced their engagement in January 2007 and married on April 20, 2007, in a private ceremony at the Bachchan residence.
Height in Feet, Weight and Figure Size
| Height | in centimeters- 170 cm in meters- 1.70 m in Feet Inches- 5′ 7” |
| Weight | in Kilograms- 56 kg in Pounds- 123 lbs |
| Figure Measurements | 34-26-36 |
| Bra/Breast Size | 34 Inches |
| Waist Size | 26 Inches |
| Hip Size | 35 Inches |
| Eye Color | Hazel Green Blue |
| Hair Color | Black |
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has been involved in several widely publicized media controversies over her career:
Relationship and Breakup with Salman Khan Her relationship with Salman Khan (1999–2001) ended amidst heavy media scrutiny. Following their split, Aishwarya issued a detailed press release citing harassment, infidelity, and verbal and physical abuse. The fallout led to her being replaced in several films, including Chalte Chalte.
Vivek Oberoi’s Press Conference (2003)
After her split from Salman Khan, she dated actor Vivek Oberoi. In 2003, Vivek held a famous press conference alleging that Salman had called him 41 times and threatened him over his relationship with Aishwarya. Aishwarya reportedly distanced herself from Vivek afterward, referring to his move as “immature”.
Panama Papers Probe (2016)
In 2016, Aishwarya’s name featured in the leaked Panama Papers, which alleged offshore holdings and foreign account setups. In December 2021, she was summoned and questioned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in Delhi regarding alleged Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) violations.
On-Screen Kissing & Intimate Scenes
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Dhoom 2 (2006): Her on-screen lip-lock scene with Hrithik Roshan created significant media noise and led to reports of discomfort within the Bachchan family prior to her wedding with Abhishek.
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Ae Dil Hai Mushkil (2016): Her intimate scenes and romantic storyline with younger co-star Ranbir Kapoor sparked intense tabloid discussion regarding family approval.
Kalyan Jewellers Print Ad (2015)
An advertisement for Kalyan Jewellers featured Aishwarya reclining in traditional attire while a dark-skinned, impoverished child held a sunshade over her. Human rights groups criticized the ad as racist and supportive of child labor. The brand subsequently withdrew the ad, and her team clarified that the final post-production image was edited without her input.
Early 90s Conflict with Manisha Koirala
Before her film debut, a rumored love triangle involving model Rajeev Mulchandani led to a public spat in the media between Aishwarya and actress Manisha Koirala. Aishwarya publicly denied the claims in interviews, addressing the distress it caused her early in her career.
Husband/Boyfriend
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Boyfriends | Rajeev Mulchandani (Model) Salman Khan (1999-2001) Vivek Oberoi (Actor) Abhishek Bachchan (Actor) |
| Husband | Abhishek Bachchan, Actor (2007-present) |
| Marriage Date | 20 April 2007 |
Aishwarya Rai addressed her relationship and breakup with Salman Khan through media interviews and an official press release in 2002.
Key Declarations & Statements
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Official Refusal to Work Together: In an official statement issued in April 2002, she declared: “For the sake of my well-being, my sanity, my dignity, and the dignity and self-respect of my family — ENOUGH! I will not work with Mr. Salman Khan. The Salman chapter was a nightmare in my life and I am thankful to God that it is over!”
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Allegations of Abuse & Misbehavior: She publicly cited experiencing physical, verbal, and emotional abuse during their relationship: “I stood by him enduring alcoholism, misbehavior in worse phases and in turn, I was at the receiving end of his abuse (verbal, physical, emotional), infidelity and indignity.”
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Harassment Post-Breakup: In a interview, she disclosed that after ending the relationship, Salman struggled to accept it. She noted that he would make persistent phone calls, accuse her of having affairs with co-stars, and harass her professionally.
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Rejection of Speculation: The 2002 press release was triggered by ongoing rumors that she had agreed to star alongside Salman Khan in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s proposed film Bajirao Mastani. She clarified that she had categorically turned down any projects paired with him.
Following her 2002 press release, Aishwarya maintained a complete public silence regarding Salman Khan and avoided discussing him in subsequent media appearances.
Favourite Things
| Food | Chicken Curry and Chocolates |
| Actor | Amitabh Bachchan and Raj Kapoor |
| Actress | Nargis, Tabu |
| Film | Hollywood: Casablanca (1942) |
| Directors | Mani Ratnam and Sanjay Leela Bhansali |
| Book | The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho |
| Color | Black, Blue and White |
| Perfume | Happy by Clinique |
| Fashion Designer | Giorgio Armani |
| Destination | France, Dubai and South Africa |
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has maintained a cautious approach regarding intimate and kissing scenes in international projects, prioritizing personal comfort and cultural boundaries.
1. The Mistress of Spices (2005)
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Co-star: Dylan McDermott
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Details: This film features Aishwarya Rai’s most discussed romantic/intimate sequence in an international project. Her character, Tilo, violates her vow as a “Mistress of Spices” in the film by having an intimate night and making physical contact with Doug, her love interest.
2. Bride & Prejudice (2004)
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Co-star: Martin Henderson
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Details: Directed by Gurinder Chadha, this romantic comedy featured a kiss between Aishwarya and her co-star. However, the scene was shot tastefully without explicit physical intimacy.
3. Rejecting Troy (2004) over Intimate Scenes
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Offered Role: Briseis (opposite Brad Pitt)
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Reason for Refusal: Aishwarya was offered a major role in the Hollywood blockbuster Troy. However, she declined the role because the script required explicit love-making and intimate scenes with Brad Pitt, which she was not comfortable performing at that stage in her career. The role eventually went to Rose Byrne.
Stance on Intimacy on Screen
Aishwarya has spoken in multiple media interviews about setting firm boundaries regarding nudity and physical intimacy in film. She routinely reviewed scripts for international projects to ensure that explicit content was either toned down or omitted before agreeing to sign them.
Family
| Parents | Father– Krishnaraj Rai (Army biologist) Mother– Vrinda Rai (Homemaker) |
| Siblings | Brother– Aditya Rai (Engineer in merchant navy Sister– N/A Father-in-law– Amitabh Bachchan (Actor) Mother-in-law– Jaya Bachchan (Actress) |
The Mistress of Spices (2005) Photo’s
