Abhishek Breaks Silence On If He Is Insecure Of Aishwarya's Success: My Mom Was A Bigger Star Than My Dad

Abhishek Bachchan said the marriage with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan rests on equal partnership and steady respect. Speaking about nearly 19 years together, Abhishek shared that a "severe ego" has stopped any insecurity about Aishwarya Rai's fame, and that both continue their careers without compromise, while online gossip about their bond has carried on for years.

Abhishek and Aishwarya Rai married on April 20, 2007, and the couple reach 19 years this month. Abhishek said the relationship grew from a long friendship and work association. The pair met early in Abhishek's career and later became one of Indian cinema's most closely followed couples, regularly facing speculation about their private life.

Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai marriage partnership

The actor discussed the relationship during a chat with actor and YouTuber Lilly Singh on a podcast. The conversation turned to living with people considered more successful. Abhishek responded by referring to Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan, and said, "When my parents got married, my mother was a bigger star than my father was. So, it wasn't an unnatural thing."

Abhishek explained that work and marriage with Aishwarya Rai have always stayed balanced. Describing their dynamic, Abhishek said, "It was always about a partnership. I have known Aishwarya from the start of my career. And the second film I made was with her," and mentioned that Aishwarya Rai is the only co-star with whom Abhishek has shared several films.

Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai marriage, ego and equality

Abhishek spoke at length about the word ego, but used it in an unusual sense. Abhishek said, "Through our courtship, our engagement, and our marriage, it was always about partnership. There was no discussion like, 'I will bring the food, and you take care of the house'. It flows very naturally. For me, I think it comes from severe ego," linking that feeling to self-respect.

Clarifying the thought, Abhishek connected this ego to independence in work. Abhishek recalled that Amitabh Bachchan never produced a launch vehicle, and did not make a film especially for Abhishek. Instead, Abhishek created a separate path. Abhishek said, "I say ego because I am not the kind of person who believes somebody else has to give up or stop running for me to win that race."

Abhishek underlined that the same thinking guides expectations inside the home. Abhishek said there is no desire for Aishwarya Rai to limit choices so that Abhishek feels secure. Abhishek said there is no place for that in an equal marriage and added, "And thankfully, my wife is not someone who thinks like that either," stressing shared views on independence and mutual growth.

Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai marriage, parenting and Aaradhya

Moving from marriage to family life, Abhishek also reflected on raising their daughter, Aaradhya Bachchan. Abhishek shared a candid view about fathers, saying, "As parents, fathers are lousy teachers because our emotions get in the way and we don't have that sensitivity chip that women do." Abhishek suggested that this emotional mix often makes it harder for fathers to explain lessons patiently.

Abhishek then described how both parents try to guide Aaradhya Bachchan through daily behaviour. Abhishek said, "You set an example by doing. In my home, both of us try to be the best example for Aaradhya. Instead of telling them this is right, or this is wrong, show them what to do by being that," adding that children mainly learn values by closely watching their parents.

Abhishek Bachchan's comments offered a rare, detailed look at how the couple handle fame, work and family. The actor linked the stability of the marriage with Aishwarya Rai to shared principles, independent careers, and a focus on everyday example for Aaradhya. The relationship, which began in films and friendship, now stands on nearly nineteen years of partnership built around respect and equality.