Amitabh
Bachchan and Jaya Bachahan, make for one of the most respectful couples in the industry. The veteran actors have been garnering love for their impressive performances in cult films and the sweet bond they share. Today, on the special ocassion of Jaya Bachchan's 78th birthday, Amitabh Bachchan shared a special post on blog wherein he thanked fans for all the warm wishes and greetings and said that it will be a quiet day with quiet thoughts.
Amitabh Bachchan expresses gratitude to fans on wife Jaya Bachchan's birthday
The
Sholay actor marked the occasion of Jaya Bachchan's with a heartfelt note on his blog. Thanking everyone who sent birthday wishes, he shared that while it wasn’t possible for her to respond to each message individually, his words should be taken as a personal acknowledgment from her as well.
He went on to describe the day in simple terms, calling it “a quiet day with quiet thoughts,” suggesting that such moments often carry more meaning than elaborate celebrations. He wished everyone a day filled with warmth, love, and positivity.Take a look at his blog post, here:
Amitabh Bachchan on his early days with Jaya Bachchan
In a recent episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati Season 17, Amitabh also spoke about his early days with Jaya Bachchan. During the show, an audience member asked him about the widely believed story that their romance began on the sets of
Zanjeer and quickly led to marriage.Reacting with a smile, Amitabh kept things light and said that since it was a “family show,” some things are better left unsaid. But he did clarify that the popular version of their love story wasn’t entirely accurate.He then shared a lesser-known detail from the past. Both he and Jaya were originally cast in
Guddi, directed by Hrishikesh Mukherjee. Amitabh had even shot for about 10 to 12 days before being replaced. Mukherjee felt that with Anand set to release, Amitabh might not suit the role, and the part eventually went to Dharmendra.It was during this phase, Amitabh hinted, that he and Jaya first met. However, when it came to what followed, he chose to keep that part of the story to himself, leaving it wrapped in a bit of mystery.Meanwhile, Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan have starred in films like
Abhimaan, Sholay, Silsila, Zanjeer, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham and more. The couple is parents to Abhishek Bachchan and Shweta Bachchan.