Amid ongoing separation rumours, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan surprised fans by appearing together at a high-profile party on Thursday night. The couple, known for their preference for privacy in public settings, attended the event alongside Aishwarya’s mother, Brindya Rai.
Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan attend party together
Film producer Anu Ranjan shared glimpses from the evening on social media, captioning the photos with “So much love and warmth.” Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan looked blissful as they posed for pictures, with actress Ayesha Jhulka also sharing more snapshots from the event. Aishwarya dazzled in a traditional black ensemble, while Abhishek opted for a classic tailored black suit.
The couple, who have been married for over 17 years. And they have a daughter named Aaradhya and have faced speculation regarding their relationship status. Recently, Abhishek expressed gratitude towards Aishwarya for her unwavering support in raising their daughter. This has allowed him to focus on his film career.
Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan with Ayesha Jhulka
Aishwarya Rai -Abhishek Bachchan with Ayesh Jhulka
Aishwarya-Abhishek divorce rumours
This appearance comes after reports of their separation gained traction, especially when they arrived separately at a high-profile wedding in July. Speculation intensified further when Abhishek liked an Instagram post discussing the rise of grey divorces. It delved into why couples in long-term relationships part ways.
Despite the rumours, there has been no official confirmation or denial regarding their marital status. Aishwarya recently attended the Global Women’s Forum in Dubai. She spoke on women’s empowerment, and her name was displayed as Aishwarya Rai | International Star. It omits the “Bachchan” surname—an omission that caught public attention.
Abhishek-Aishwarya work front
The couple has been married since April 2007, and have worked together on several films. Films like Dhai Akshar Prem Ke (2000), Kuch Naa Kaho (2003), Dhoom 2 (2006), Umrao Jaan (2006), Guru (2007), Sarkar Raj (2008), and Raavan (2010). On the professional front, Aishwarya was last seen in Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan: Part 2. Abhishek received praise for his role in Shoojit Sircar’s I Want To Talk.