Jaya Bachchan Upset On Amitabh Bachchan Decision Of Marriage With Rekha

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In a development that has reignited one of Bollywood’s most enduring and controversial love stories, industry sources claim that legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan has allegedly decided to marry actress Rekha — a move that has reportedly left his wife, Jaya Bachchan, deeply upset.

The shocking rumor surfaced after Rekha, 69, was hospitalized in recent weeks with a severe and rapidly deteriorating health condition. According to people close to the matter, Amitabh, 82, has been visiting her regularly, offering emotional and logistical support during what is described as a “life-and-death” battle.

But it’s the nature of that support — and the bold, personal decision allegedly attached to it — that has set the Indian entertainment world ablaze.

A Romance That Never Really Faded

For decades, the Amitabh-Rekha relationship has hovered between fact and legend. The two starred in some of Bollywood’s most iconic films of the 1970s and ’80s, their on-screen chemistry matched by persistent off-screen rumors of a passionate affair. While neither party has ever publicly confirmed the full extent of their romance, Rekha has made no secret of her admiration for Amitabh in interviews, public appearances, and even on television variety shows.

Fans still recall her candid moments on The Kapil Sharma Show, where she openly expressed her affection for the megastar, fueling nostalgia — and speculation — about “what could have been.”

Now, with Rekha reportedly facing a dire health crisis and without close family by her side, the past seems to have come rushing back for Amitabh.

The Hospital Vigil

In recent days, photographs have surfaced online showing Amitabh visiting Rekha at the hospital. In one widely circulated image, the actor is seen holding her hand, his expression grave. Witnesses say Jaya Bachchan was also spotted at the hospital, but her visits appeared more formal and reserved.

According to a source allegedly connected to the Bachchan family, Amitabh made a private vow to ensure Rekha is “cared for and protected” during this period — and, more controversially, to formalize that commitment through marriage.

The same source claims Jaya confronted Amitabh about the decision, reportedly telling him: “You can take care of her without marrying her.”

If true, this would be a direct acknowledgment of the unresolved tension that has existed for decades between Jaya and Rekha, two women whose personal histories have been bound together by Bollywood’s most famous love triangle.

Why Now?

Those close to the couple suggest Amitabh’s alleged decision is driven by a mix of compassion and unfinished emotional business. Rekha, a fiercely independent actress known for guarding her privacy, has lived much of the past two decades in seclusion. With no immediate family present during her hospitalization, some believe Amitabh sees himself as the only person capable of standing by her side in a meaningful way.

Yet critics argue the decision, if true, undermines his nearly 51-year marriage to Jaya Bachchan, one of Bollywood’s most respected actresses and now a sitting Member of Parliament.

“Whatever their past, Jaya has been with him through thick and thin,” one industry veteran told The Mumbai Times. “This would not just be a personal betrayal — it would be a public one.”

Public Reaction

On social media, the rumor has split opinion sharply. Many fans have expressed sympathy for Rekha, calling Amitabh’s alleged decision a noble gesture in her time of need.

“I’ve always believed they were meant to be,” one fan wrote on X (formerly Twitter). “If she’s alone and suffering, let him be there for her in whatever way he chooses.”

Others, however, are rallying behind Jaya. “Marriage isn’t charity,” another user posted. “You don’t break your vows to ‘help’ someone. He could support Rekha without humiliating his wife.”

The emotional polarization mirrors the decades-long divide among Bollywood followers — between those who romanticize the Amitabh-Rekha saga and those who view it as an episode that should remain firmly in the past.

The Rekha Factor

Rekha’s relationship with the public has always been a paradox. She is celebrated as a screen legend, admired for her elegance and resilience, yet also branded as Bollywood’s eternal outsider. In part, this is due to the lingering stigma of her alleged affair with Amitabh during the height of his career, which played out against the backdrop of his marriage to Jaya.

Despite years of professional success, Rekha has rarely been able to escape that narrative. And now, with her health crisis pulling Amitabh back into her orbit, the old headlines have returned — louder than ever.

A Family Under Strain

For the Bachchan family, the stakes are more than just reputational. Insiders say Jaya has been fiercely protective of the family’s image, particularly in recent years as their children, Abhishek and Shweta, have taken on more public roles. The idea of Amitabh marrying Rekha — even under the guise of compassion — could create lasting divisions.

“Jaya’s objection isn’t just about emotion,” says a longtime associate of the family. “It’s about what this means for their legacy, for their children, for everything they’ve built together.”

Silence From the Stars

As of Monday, neither Amitabh, Jaya, nor Rekha has publicly commented on the rumors. The silence has only fueled further speculation, with paparazzi stationed outside both the hospital and the Bachchan residence in Mumbai.

Industry analysts caution that until there is an official statement, the truth behind the reports will remain uncertain. “Bollywood thrives on myth,” one commentator noted. “Sometimes the story matters more than the reality.”

But for the three people at the center of this drama, the stakes are deeply personal — and, if the rumors are true, life-changing.

For now, the public watches and waits, sending prayers for Rekha’s recovery and wondering whether one of Bollywood’s most enduring and complicated love stories is about to get its final chapter.