The Bachchan's have been one of the most prestigious film families in Bollywood. Here's a throwback to when the family arranged for a grand 'godbharai' ceremony for Aishwarya Rai Bachchan!
Bollywood is lined up with many prestigious families with a history of giving the Hindi film industry with some of the most distinguished talents. The Bachchans are one such film family whose foundation stone was laid by the great poet, Harivansh Rai Bachchan. Moving on with the generation, we have stalwart actors like Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan lining up to add merits to the family. Well, the family’s grandeur is not just witnessed through their unity and togetherness; it is also visible through how they celebrate various occasions lavishly. For instance, here’s a throwback to when the Bachchans arranged for a grand godbharai ceremony for their then-expectant daughter-in-law, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan.
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To begin with, let us delve into the adorable love story of Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan. The duo had met each other for the first time on the sets of their first film together, Dhai Akshar Prem Ka. However, they bonded with each other as nothing more than friends initially. After that, the duo came together multiple times and worked opposite each other in various films. However, the 2006 released film, Umraao Jaan, set the base of their love story.
It was in 2007 when Abhishek set up his mind to take the plunge with Aishwarya and popped her the question. While Aishwarya was taken aback momentarily, she quickly responded with a happy yes to his proposal. The duo finally became each other’s forever in a lavish traditional Tulu wedding ceremony on April 20, 2007.
In 2011, Aishwarya and Abhishek announced to the world the happy news of the couple expecting their first child together. Apart from the couple’s massive fans who sent them all the good wishes, their excited families celebrated such great news by hosting a lavish godbharai ceremony for the then-mommy-to-be. This was also celebrated in two parts, one hosted by Aishwarya’s mother-in-law, Jaya Bachchan and the other by her mom, Brinda Rai.
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After her homely celebration at the Bachchan’s home, Jalsa, Aishwarya received a warm and lavish ceremony arranged by her mother, Brinda, at a grand hotel. For the event, the entire venue was lit up with earthen diyas and strings of jasmine. Her mother also kept up the South Indian touch by decorating the venue with bell-metal lamps. They had arranged a private celebration, and the media was strictly prohibited from entering the premises. Traditional Carnatic music was also arranged for entertainment purposes.
With such a grand setup, the then-parents-to-be also matched their vibe with that of the occasion and put their traditional best foot in fashion. The then-mommy-to-be, Aishwarya, looked radiant in a gold and olive-hued dual-toned Kanjeevaram silk saree with vivid zari motifs. She teamed it with a three-quartered matching blouse. Gajra adorned hair bun, glossy makeup, heavy temple jewellery and her bright smile accentuated her look. On the hand, the then daddy-to-be, Abhishek looked dashing as he matched his wifey in an olive and gold-hued kurta set.
With such a royal-like décor and ambience, the gracious host, Brinda Rai also arranged for a perfectly delectable range of menus for the occasion. According to a report back in 2011, exquisite arrangements had been made for including a variety of Mangalorean specialities, such as velli appam, Malabari parottas, Hyderabadi biryani, curd rice, fish and prawn curries, among other of some of the most iconic dishes.
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The family had arranged a private ceremony to bless the expectant mother and the unborn child. Therefore, only close friends and family members were called to participate in the celebration. Apart from the Bachchans, including their daughter, Shweta Bachchan and her family, only a handful of friends from the Bollywood industry were invited. These included eminent filmmakers, Ashutosh Gowariker, Mani Ratnam and Sanjay Leela Bhansali, and some of Abhishek’s friends like, Kirron Kher, Sonali Bendre and others.
In one of the other mesmerising glimpses from the godbharai ceremony, we also spotted the elated grandparents-to-be, Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan, blessing the couple, Abhishek and Aishwarya with all their love and well-wishes for their new life ahead. Furthermore, they had laden Aishwarya’s lap with many gifts and even performed a ceremonial aarti of the mommy-to-be. Later, the same rituals were also performed by Aishwarya's parents, Brinda Rai and Krishnaraj Rai.
It was on November 16, 2011 when Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan welcomed their first child, a daughter into the world. The loving couple had named their baby girl, Aaradhya Bachchan. Fast forward to today, the team of three makes for a perfect family!
We love the traditional yet lavish godbharai ceremony of Aishwarya Rai Bachchan!
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