Rumours surrounding Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan’s marriage have resurfaced, once again ignited by the couple’s individual public appearances. While Abhishek Bachchan has made efforts to portray everything as normal, Aishwarya Rai seems to be sending signals that all may not be well between the two. The latest speculation arose during Aishwarya’s recent appearance at the South Indian International Movie Awards (SIIMA) in Dubai, where she was accompanied by her daughter, Aaradhya Bachchan.
The public and fans were quick to notice one detail that added fuel to the ongoing divorce rumours—Aishwarya was seen without her wedding ring. This seemingly small observation triggered a wave of speculation online. Social media users were quick to comment, with one internet user pointing out the absence of her ring and questioning her decision to frequently bring her daughter to public events. One commenter asked, “Do you know anyone who takes their kids to the office regularly? How does Aaradhya’s school allow her to be absent so frequently?”
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Another user went further, alleging that Aishwarya might be using her daughter for publicity, stating, “She uses her daughter for publicity after divorce rumours with Abhishek.” These remarks quickly went viral, sparking heated discussions about the actress’s personal life.
Despite the buzz around her personal affairs, Aishwarya took the stage at SIIMA to accept the Best Actress in a Leading Role (Critics) award for her performance in Ponniyin Selvan: II (2023). In the critically acclaimed film directed by Mani Ratnam, she portrayed dual roles as Nandini and Mandakini Devi. Her acceptance speech was emotional and heartfelt, as she dedicated her win to the entire team of Ponniyin Selvan.
“Thank you so very much, SIIMA, for honouring me with this award. It means the world to me because this was a movie so close to my heart, directed by my guru, Mani Ratnam,” Aishwarya said. She further expressed her gratitude for the recognition of her work, calling the win a celebration of the whole team behind the film.
Background: Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan, who married in 2007, have worked together in several films, including Guru, Dhaai Akshar Prem Ke, and Dhoom 2. Their relationship, often seen as a strong bond, has now become the subject of media and public speculation amid persistent divorce rumours.
