Kamal Ghorui
Abhishek Bachchan may be known for taking risks on screen, but when it comes to feedback on his performances, there’s one opinion he consciously avoids—that of his daughter Aaradhya Bachchan.Often compared to his father, megastar Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek has carved his own space with a string of notable performances. But in a recent interaction, he revealed why he chooses to keep his daughter’s thoughts about his films at a distance.Speaking at IFP about how Aaradhya reacts to his work, Abhishek made his stance clear. “I will never ask her.”Explaining the reasoning behind his decision, the actor admitted that knowing her honest opinion might impact his creative process.“I will let that thought remain in my head. Once she answers—whether she likes it or not—it’s going to change and alter the way I approach my work. Out of duty, I don’t ask her because maybe I’m not strong enough to hear what she has to say. I would rather live in the illusion of what she might want or not want.”
‘Children today are brutally honest’
Abhishek also reflected on how today’s generation of children communicate more openly, something that can be both refreshing and challenging.“Children today are very confident and know exactly what they want. They’re very good at communicating it. For people of my generation, it can sometimes be difficult to just listen, because they are brutally honest—and while they should be, it’s not always what you want to hear. As a parent, I want to do the work I believe in without being influenced by her opinion right now. Maybe that will change with time.”
‘I don’t think I will ever ask’
While he left room for the possibility in the distant future, Abhishek maintained that, for now, he prefers not to know.“God willing, if I’m around when she has her own children, I might ask her then. But as of now, I don’t want to be influenced by what she thinks. I don’t think I will ever ask.”He added with a smile, “I’m sure she’ll find an opportunity to tell me anyway, but I’ve never asked.”
Aishwarya marks 19 years of marriage
Meanwhile, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan recently celebrated 19 years of marriage with Abhishek by sharing heartwarming family pictures featuring Aaradhya. The couple, who tied the knot on April 20, 2007, continue to remain one of Bollywood’s most admired pairs.Their journey together includes films like Kuch Naa Kaho, Dhoom 2, Guru, Umrao Jaan, Sarkar Raj, and Raavan, with their relationship blossoming after they first met during Dhaai Akshar Prem Ke.The Bachchan family—Abhishek, Aishwarya, Amitabh, and Jaya Bachchan—also made a rare joint appearance at an event earlier this year, grabbing attention across social media.
What’s next for Abhishek
On the work front, Abhishek will next be seen alongside Shah Rukh Khan in King, directed by Siddharth Anand. He also has Raja Shivaji, helmed by Riteish Deshmukh, in the pipeline.
