‘My life is not fairytale…’ Amid divorce rumours with Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s statement goes viral

Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai’s divorce rumours are in spotlight for a while now. Well, neither of the stars have addressed anything on this matter yet, but netizens are curious to know more about them and keep digging out their old interviews, posts and pictures. Hence, taking way back, Aishwarya Rai in an interview once addressed negative perception of her propagated by media. She was criticised for being too reserved or unexpressive, both personally and professionally.
Aishwarya Rai on being labelled as ‘cold fish’ by media
In a chat with Filmfare (1999), Aishwarya said, “According to the media, I’m in a terrible shape. I’m supposed to be a cold fish, a non-actress and my films aren’t doing well. (I am looking so hassle-free) because I feel hassle-free, thank you. I’m getting at least two offers every day. But I’m biding my time, I’d rather look before I leap.”
Aishwarya Rai further added that how these remarks affected her. But she took some break and came out of it more strongly. “Boy, it does. Just give me time. I’ll prove everyone wrong because I’m growing every day. Actually, I’m having the time of my life. While a section of the industry and the media have written me off, I’m raring to go.” She said.
The Guzaarish actress said that she was thankful for people who gave her opportunities. “What keeps me going is the faith that the producers, directors… and believe it or not… the distributors have shown in me. That’s touching.” Aishwarya Rai added.
Aishwarya Rai further recalled how people often perceive that her life is a fairytale, without realising that she is a human being too. During the same chat, she said, “The other day, I had to get into a lather for an emotional scene for Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam. Sanjay thought we’d have a long day ahead. But the scene was okayed in one take… he took another one just for safety. He couldn’t believe the fact that I did the scene without any hoo-hah. Since I haven’t experienced pain or heartache in real life, he thought it would be difficult for me to sum up the emotions. I guess my life is perceived as… a fairy tale… it’s forgotten that I’m human, too.”
Aishwarya Rai broke many hearts when she announced her marriage with Abhishek Bachchan. The couple has been married for 17 years now and has a daughter named Aaradhya.