Bollywood has seen many love stories, but few feel as magical as the one between Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. Today, as they celebrate 18 years of marriage, we can’t help but look back at their beautiful journey, from movie co-stars to soulmates. And the sweetest part? It all began with a heartfelt balcony proposal that still makes people smile.
The balcony where dreams came true
In a 2009 episode of 'The Oprah Winfrey Show', the couple appeared together for the first time on international TV. Oprah, curious like the rest of the world, asked Abhishek, “How did you pop the question to the most beautiful woman in the world?”
The ‘Guru’ actor's answer was simple, romantic, and straight from the heart, “I was filming in New York for a movie and I used to stand on my balcony of my hotel room and wish that one day, you know, wouldn't it be nice if I was together with her, married. So I took her to the very same balcony and I asked her to marry me.”
Aishwarya, clearly touched, smiled and added, “That was sweet. It was very real at the same time.” That moment captured everything about their love — sweet, grounded, and filled with genuine emotion.
From co-stars to couple goals
Their love story didn’t begin overnight. Abhishek and Aishwarya worked together in several films like ‘Dhai Akshar Prem Ke’, ‘Kuch Naa Kaho’, and ‘Umrao Jaan’. But it was during the making of ‘Guru’ in 2006 that their bond grew stronger. Many say their chemistry in that film felt so real because they were truly falling in love behind the scenes. Soon after ‘Guru’ was released, the couple got engaged in January 2007. And just three months later, they tied the knot in a private but grand ceremony.
A royal Bollywood wedding
On 20 April 2007, the Bachchan residence turned into a fairytale venue for their big day. The wedding followed South Indian traditions, with Aishwarya looking breathtaking in a golden Kanjeevaram saree designed by Neeta Lulla. She wore traditional temple jewellery, glowing with joy. Abhishek, dressed in a cream sherwani, looked just as happy to begin this new chapter.
Welcoming Aaradhya and starting a new chapter
In 2011, their happiness doubled with the arrival of their daughter Aaradhya. The couple has often spoken about how much they enjoy parenting and how their family time is sacred. As Abhishek and Aishwarya mark 18 years of marriage today, fans all over the world are celebrating them.
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The balcony where dreams came true
In a 2009 episode of 'The Oprah Winfrey Show', the couple appeared together for the first time on international TV. Oprah, curious like the rest of the world, asked Abhishek, “How did you pop the question to the most beautiful woman in the world?”
The ‘Guru’ actor's answer was simple, romantic, and straight from the heart, “I was filming in New York for a movie and I used to stand on my balcony of my hotel room and wish that one day, you know, wouldn't it be nice if I was together with her, married. So I took her to the very same balcony and I asked her to marry me.”
Aishwarya, clearly touched, smiled and added, “That was sweet. It was very real at the same time.” That moment captured everything about their love — sweet, grounded, and filled with genuine emotion.
From co-stars to couple goals
Their love story didn’t begin overnight. Abhishek and Aishwarya worked together in several films like ‘Dhai Akshar Prem Ke’, ‘Kuch Naa Kaho’, and ‘Umrao Jaan’. But it was during the making of ‘Guru’ in 2006 that their bond grew stronger. Many say their chemistry in that film felt so real because they were truly falling in love behind the scenes. Soon after ‘Guru’ was released, the couple got engaged in January 2007. And just three months later, they tied the knot in a private but grand ceremony.
A royal Bollywood wedding
On 20 April 2007, the Bachchan residence turned into a fairytale venue for their big day. The wedding followed South Indian traditions, with Aishwarya looking breathtaking in a golden Kanjeevaram saree designed by Neeta Lulla. She wore traditional temple jewellery, glowing with joy. Abhishek, dressed in a cream sherwani, looked just as happy to begin this new chapter.
Welcoming Aaradhya and starting a new chapter
In 2011, their happiness doubled with the arrival of their daughter Aaradhya. The couple has often spoken about how much they enjoy parenting and how their family time is sacred. As Abhishek and Aishwarya mark 18 years of marriage today, fans all over the world are celebrating them.
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