Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan tied the knot in 1973 and have since been one of the evergreen couples of Bollywood. The duo have often been in the limelight for their enduring bond and remarkable careers. However, their love story hasn’t been without challenges, especially when whispers of Amitabh’s alleged affair with Rekha started circulating throughout the industry during the 1970s. Fans loved their on-screen chemistry and they soon became one of the most cherished pairs. Jaya has talked about her marriage several times but one particular interview from 2008 struck a chord as she candidly addressed the rumours related to Rekha.
Jaya Bachchan shares her perspective on Amitabh Bachchan’s link-up buzz with Rekha
In a 2008 interview with People magazine, Jaya spoke about how she navigated the media frenzy and public scrutiny surrounding her husband. When asked about the persistent gossip of Amitabh’s alleged romance with Rekha, she dismissed the speculations and remarked:
“If there was any, he would have been somewhere else, na? People liked them as a couple on screen, and that’s fine. The media tried linking him with every one of his heroines. My life would have been hell if I had taken it all seriously. We are made of sterner stuff.”
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