Amitabh & Jaya: The Untold Story of Their Secret Wedding
Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan—Bollywood’s golden couple—have been together for over 50 years. But did you know their wedding in Mumbai on June 3, 1973, was a sudden, secret affair? In their first interview as newlyweds on a London radio show, the couple opened up about how it all happened. And
Why the Rush?
Here’s the scoop: Before Zanjeer made Amitabh a superstar, he and Jaya had a deal with friends—if the movie became a hit, they’d all celebrate with a trip to London. Sounds fun, right? But there was a catch. Amitabh’s parents weren’t thrilled about him traveling with Jaya unless they got married first. Instead of causing drama, this gave Amitabh the perfect reason to pop the question.
Seven days
As Jaya put it during the interview, they decided to tie the knot just seven days before their trip! Talk about cutting it close—they got married just one day before boarding the plane.
Exploring London as Newlyweds
When asked if they felt unproductive during their London trip, Amitabh explained they didn’t at all. The city offered plenty to do and see, and they enjoyed every bit of it.
Their love story is filled with spontaneity, sweetness, and humor—proof that sometimes the best plans are the ones you don’t overthink. What’s your favorite part of their story? Let’s chat!
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