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Aishwarya and Abhishek Defy Divorce Rumors, Celebrate Lasting Love
2 Nov
Summary
- Aishwarya and Abhishek discussed divorce rumors on Oprah Winfrey's show in 2009
- Abhishek revealed how he proposed to Aishwarya in New York
- Couple dismissed divorce speculation, saying "We don't even try and entertain that thought"
In the years since their grand 2007 wedding in Mumbai, Bollywood stars Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan have faced persistent rumors of a rift in their marriage. However, the couple has consistently dispelled these speculations, most notably during a 2009 interview with Oprah Winfrey.
During the interview, Abhishek Bachchan revealed the romantic story behind his proposal to Aishwarya. He shared that while filming in New York, he would stand on the balcony of his hotel room and wish to be with her. Sometime later, he took Aishwarya to the same balcony and proposed to her there.
When Oprah joked about the difficulty of getting divorced after such an elaborate Indian wedding, Aishwarya quickly chimed in, "We don't even try and entertain that thought." The couple's unwavering commitment to their marriage was evident throughout the interview.
