Jaya Bachchan criticised paparazzi culture, questioned staged airport publicity, and asserted that real stardom should not depend on calling photographers for attention.
On Jaya Bachchan’s birthday, her candid interview resurfaces, revealing her grounded personality, unexpected acting journey, and her iconic “earth and moon” analogy describing her enduring marriage with Amitabh Bachchan.
On her birthday, a viral throwback shows Jaya Bachchan calmly engaging with paparazzi, explaining she is comfortable with photos in public settings but dislikes “chori-chupe” pictures taken during private moments.
Amid rumours involving Jaya Bachchan and Rekha, Amitabh Bachchan had reaffirmed his stance against divorce, calling Jaya his best choice, while Rekha’s alleged remarks continued to fuel longstanding speculation.
Jaya Bachchan surprised netizens by warmly calling Dimple Yadav to pose with paparazzi at a wedding, sparking reactions that she appears calmer and possibly changing her usual public behavior.
Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, MS Dhoni, Jaya Bachchan, and Kapil Sharma attended the lavish wedding of journalist Rajat Sharma’s daughter, Disha, in Mumbai. The star-studded ceremony blended traditional South Indian customs with a high-profile guest list from entertainment, sports, and politics.
Viveck Vaswani defended Jaya Bachchan, saying paparazzi deliberately provoke her because they know how to trigger her, while Bachchan also questioned their professionalism and accountability in earlier remarks.
Jaya Bachchan openly criticised the Transgender Persons Amendment Bill in the Rajya Sabha, saying it removes transgender self‑identification rights as Parliament passed the legislation amid opposition protests.
Even after 45 years, Rang Barse remains Bollywood’s ultimate Holi anthem, remembered not just for its festive spirit but for the intense on-screen chemistry and swirling real-life rumours surrounding its iconic trio.
Jaya Bachchan has dismissed claims that her frequent clashes with photographers could negatively impact the budding career of her grandson Agastya Nanda, stating that his destiny is his own. She cited how her husband, Amitabh Bachchan, endured a long press ban early in his career without it derailing his success, underscoring her belief that media tensions do not determine an actor’s trajectory.
At a Mumbai event, Jaya Bachchan and Karan Johar shared a playful exchange with paparazzi. Karan joked about them getting photos “because of him,” while Jaya gestured for photographers to give space.
Jaya Bachchan maintained her signature poise at Anand Sagar’s prayer meet. While navigating the paparazzi, she firmly requested space with a quiet “Rasta dijiye please” before entering to pay her respects.
"You have given very good answers. You are a great storyteller," Bachchan said during the Parliamentary session.
Abhishek Bachchan firmly dismissed divorce rumours with Aishwarya Rai, calling them false and hurtful, and stressed that truth, trust, and a grounded family life matter far more than public speculation.
Paparazzi have hit back at Jaya Bachchan after her recent criticism of their conduct, with photographers saying she should use back entrances if she doesn’t want to be clicked and highlighting that many celebrities invite paparazzi to events.
Hindustani Bhau has joined the backlash against Jaya Bachchan’s remarks on paparazzi, calling them classist and sparking wider criticism from media professionals and social media personalities.
Govinda’s wife, Sunita Ahuja has publicly supported veteran actor Jaya Bachchan after she faced criticism for her comments on paparazzi culture.
Rakhi Sawant has jumped into the controversy surrounding Jaya Bachchan’s remarks on paparazzi by staging a dramatic protest with a blue drum at a Mumbai event, openly defending photographers. In a viral video, Rakhi warned the veteran actress to not criticise “her paps,” taking a sharp and sarcastic dig at Jaya Bachchan’s recent comments.
Huma Qureshi further explained that over the years, she has developed a mutual understanding with photographers.
At Rishi Kapoor and Neetu Singh’s wedding, Rekha’s brief interaction with Amitabh Bachchan, combined with her striking sindoor look, caught everyone’s attention. The moment was so emotional that Jaya Bachchan, sitting nearby, couldn’t hold back her tears.
A throwback video from 2007 shows Jaya Bachchan praising Aishwarya Rai as the perfect daughter-in-law, highlighting her dignity, humility, and seamless fit into the Bachchan family.
Jaya Bachchan spoke candidly with Barkha Dutt about her bond with Amitabh Bachchan, her firm parenting style, and the disciplined approach she believes helped shape her family’s values and resilience.
Veteran actress and MP Jaya Bachchan sparked debate at We The Women Mumbai, telling Barkha Dutt that marriage is an outdated institution and that she doesn’t want her granddaughter Navya Nanda to marry.
Jaya Bachchan and Waheeda Rehman’s presence at Kamini Kaushal’s prayer meet created a quiet, emotional moment as two generations of Hindi cinema came together to honour the 98-year-old legend’s enduring legacy.
Jaya Bachchan arrived at a Mumbai event with Shweta when paparazzi swarmed her. Irritated by the chaos, she paused and shot a sharp, cold stare at the photographers. The moment was captured on video and quickly spread across social media.