Aishwarya Rai Bachchan Jets Off With Aradhya, Greets Paps With “Merry Christmas” At Mumbai Airport

December 23, 2024: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and her daughter Aaradhya Bachchan were spotted leaving Mumbai early on Monday morning, sparking interest among fans and paparazzi.

The mother-daughter duo was seen heading towards the airport, dressed in matching black hoodies, pants, and sneakers, keeping their look casual yet coordinated. When approached by the paparazzi, Aishwarya gracefully greeted them with a polite “Excuse me” and extended her holiday wishes, saying, “Merry Christmas and Happy New Year,” spreading festive cheer.

Earlier, the family had attended the annual function of Dhirubhai Ambani International School, where Aaradhya is a student. Aishwarya and her husband, actor Abhishek Bachchan, were present to support their daughter, along with Aishwarya’s mother, Brindya Rai. The couple was seen walking into the school together, with Aishwarya holding her mother’s arm for support. Abhishek also accompanied them, marking a joint appearance that seemed to put to rest any speculations surrounding the couple’s relationship.

In fact, their appearance at the school event came shortly after a public outing on December 19, which saw Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan joining the family. In a heartwarming moment, Abhishek was seen holding Aishwarya’s hand protectively as they entered the venue, even adjusting her dupatta to ensure she wouldn’t step on it. The show of solidarity between the couple and their family helped address rumors of marital tension that had been circulating for months.

Speculation about a possible rift between Aishwarya and Abhishek began in July, when Aishwarya and Aaradhya attended Anant Ambani’s wedding without the Bachchan family. While the rest of the family, including Amitabh, Jaya, Abhishek, Shweta, Agastya Nanda, and Navya Naveli, were all present at the event together, Aishwarya and Aaradhya’s absence led to widespread rumors about their separation. However, the recent public appearances, including their joint presence at the school event and with Amitabh, have seemed to dispel those claims.

On the work front, Abhishek Bachchan has been busy with his recent film I Want to Talk, directed by Shoojit Sircar, which was released on November 22, 2024. Aishwarya, on the other hand, garnered acclaim for her performance in Ponniyin Selvan: Part 2, directed by Mani Ratnam. She won the Best Actress in a Leading Role (Critics) award at the South Indian International Movie Awards (SIIMA) held in Dubai earlier this year, solidifying her place as one of the leading stars in the industry.

The Bachchan family’s recent public appearances and the festive spirit they shared with fans indicate a harmonious and united front, despite the rumors that have surrounded them in recent months.