New Delhi: Veteran actress and Member of Parliament Jaya Bachchan celebrates her 78th birthday on Thursday, April 9, 2026. Throughout her distinguished acting career, she has been part of numerous successful films, including “Kal Ho Naa Ho” and “Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham.” Jaya married iconic actor Amitabh Bachchan in June 1973 during a private ceremony in Mumbai. The couple welcomed their daughter, Shweta Bachchan-Nanda, in 1974, followed by their son, Abhishek Bachchan, in 1976.
To commemorate Jaya Bachchan’s birthday, a rare wedding photograph of her and Amitabh has resurfaced on social media. The image was originally shared by Amitabh Bachchan in 2020 to mark their 47th wedding anniversary. In a heartfelt caption, he reflected on their wedding, sharing a personal anecdote: “47 years .. today .. June 3, 1973 .. !! I decided if ‘Zanjeer’ would succeed, we would go to London for the first time with a few friends. My father asked who I was going with, and when I informed him, he said I must marry her before I go, or else I wouldn’t be allowed to go. So .. I obeyed .. !!”
On the occasion of Jaya and Amitabh Bachchan’s 50th wedding anniversary, their son Abhishek Bachchan honored his parents with a tribute on Instagram, showcasing touching moments shared between them. He captioned the post: “Adding to the list of the many Golden Jubilees to their credit… But this is by far the most special one. Happy 50th wedding anniversary Ma and Pa!”
This celebration of Jaya Bachchan’s life and her enduring partnership with Amitabh highlights their significant contributions to Indian cinema and their familial legacy.
