Long before he became her father-in-law, Amitabh Bachchan was Aishwarya Rai’s uncle on-screen. The actors starred together in Kyun Ho Gaya Na, in which Big B played an impactful cameo. Speaking about it in an interview during the promotions of the film in 2004, Amitabh jokingly confessed he is ‘sad’ that he is playing Aishwarya’s uncle in the film. He added that he loves working with her and said that Jaya Bachchan was also impressed with Aish’s work in the film.
“It is a cameo! I play a man in charge of an orphanage. I also play Aishwarya’s uncle. I felt so bad about it! [laughs],” Amitabh said to Rediff in 2004. “One thing I liked about my role was it gave me chance to interact with kids. After Mr Natwarlal, this is the first time I get to do that. So playing Ms Rai’s uncle became bearable!” he added.
When asked to describe Aishwarya as a co-star, Amitabh said, “Ah, she’s exceptionally beautiful. According to me and Jaya, she looks wonderful in KHGN. I feel she needs to do more mature subjects now.” He was then asked if she was one of his favourite co-stars, Amitabh replied, All my co-stars are my favourites. You don’t have to take me to task because I like Ms Rai. Who doesn’t? I get along with everybody. Those I don’t get along with, I do not work with. With her around, there is joy, laughter, fun and a good working atmosphere.”
Kyun Ho Gaya Na released in 2004. While Amitabh had a cameo in the film, Aishwarya was seen paired opposite Vivek Oberoi.
Fast forward to two decades later, Amitabh and Aishwarya are family now. Aishwarya is married to Amitabh’s son, actor Abhishek Bachchan. They have been married for 17 years. The couple shares a daughter, named Aaradhya. The family is seen coming together on special occasions, such as Amitabh’s birthday, Diwali and Holi, and celebrating events together.
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