Even though rumors about Aishwarya Rai and Abhishek Bachchan’s marriage have been swirling for months, with speculations of a rift due to their limited public appearances together, the couple has stayed silent on the matter. While Aishwarya remains active in public events, often spotted with daughter Aaradhya, Abhishek has been less visible, fueling the gossip even more.
But let’s revisit the beautiful moment when Abhishek proposed to Aishwarya in a dreamy, movie-like scenario.
The Dreamy Proposal in New York
Aishwarya once revealed the story of how Abhishek proposed to her most romantically during an old interview. The couple was staying at a hotel in New York when Abhishek seized the perfect moment. Just like a scene from a Hollywood movie, Abhishek went down on one knee on a balcony and asked Aishwarya to marry him. Without any hesitation, Aishwarya said yes, and that moment marked the beginning of their journey together.
A Surprising Engagement Tradition
After their magical moment in New York, the couple returned to India, and Abhishek wasted no time in formalizing their relationship. Aishwarya, being South Indian, was unaware of the North Indian tradition of “Roka,” which is an engagement ceremony.
Abhishek informed Aishwarya that they would be heading to her house for the Roka ceremony, and despite her confusion, she agreed. Aishwarya even mentioned that her father was out of town during this time. Despite her request to delay the ceremony, Abhishek insisted, saying they were already on their way to her house for the Roka.
“We Are Already Engaged!”
Aishwarya shared how unexpected and fast everything was happening. She said that on the next day of their engagement, she was on the set of Jodha Akbar shooting the famous song “Khwaja Mere Khwaja.” While filming, she kept thinking about how quickly her life had changed—both onscreen and offscreen.
The whirlwind romance, engagement, and wedding all took place within a short period. Abhishek and Aishwarya got married on April 20, 2007, in a grand ceremony that remains one of the most memorable Bollywood weddings to this day.
A Special Bond, Despite Rumours
Even though the couple has faced their share of rumors, their bond seems to remain strong. Their love story, especially Abhishek’s romantic proposal, serves as a reminder of the beautiful connection they share.
