Archive · 2 Dec 2025
Jaya Bachchan on Marriage, Politics, and Amitabh's Frustration
Jaya Bachchan recently talked about her marriage to Amitabh Bachchan.
She said they are very different people, with Amitabh being more reserved and disciplined.
She also shared that she loves him and admires his discipline.
Jaya mentioned that she thinks marriage is outdated but hasn't asked Amitabh his opinion.
She also talked about her time in politics and how Amitabh was frustrated during his political career.
Amitabh joined politics in 1984 but left in 1987 after being involved in the Bofors scandal.
He was later cleared of any wrongdoing.
Jaya Bachchan and Amitabh Bachchan married in 1973 to go on a trip to London.
Jaya describes their marriage as strong but admits they are very different people.
Amitabh is reserved and disciplined, while Jaya is more outspoken.
Jaya thinks marriage is outdated but hasn't asked Amitabh his opinion.
Amitabh joined politics in 1984 but left in 1987 after being involved in the Bofors scandal.
- Who
- Jaya Bachchan and Amitabh Bachchan
- What
- Jaya Bachchan discusses her marriage, political views, and Amitabh's political career
- When
- Recent interview with Barkha Dutt for Mojo Story
- Where
- India
- Why
- To share personal insights and reflections on her life and career
- Marriage Date
- June 3, 1973
- Film
- Zanjeer
- Producer's Promise
- Trip to London
- Political Entry
- 1984
- Political Exit
- 1987
- Bofors Scandal
- 1980s
- CBI Clean Chit
- 2004
- Swedish Whistle-blower Clean Chit
- 2012