- Full Name: Jaya Bhaduri Bachchan
- Date of Birth: April 9, 1948
- Place of Birth: Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, India
- Profession: Actress, Politician
- Spouse: Amitabh Bachchan (m. 1973)
- Children: Shweta Bachchan Nanda, Abhishek Bachchan
- Political Party: Samajwadi Party
Family Details:
- Full Name: Jaya Bhaduri Bachchan
- Father: Taroon Kumar Bhaduri (Journalist & Writer)
- Mother: Indira Bhaduri (Homemaker)
- Siblings: No known siblings
- Husband: Amitabh Bachchan (Actor) – Married on June 3, 1973
- Children:
- Daughter: Shweta Bachchan Nanda (Author & Entrepreneur, married to Nikhil Nanda)
- Son: Abhishek Bachchan (Actor, married to Aishwarya Rai Bachchan)
- Grandchildren:
- Navya Naveli Nanda (Daughter of Shweta)
- Agastya Nanda (Son of Shweta)
- Aaradhya Bachchan (Daughter of Abhishek & Aishwarya)
Marital Status & Children:
- Marital Status: Married to Amitabh Bachchan since 1973
- Children: Two – Shweta Bachchan Nanda & Abhishek Bachchan
- Daughter-in-law: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan (Actress)
- Son-in-law: Nikhil Nanda (Businessman, Managing Director of Escorts Group)
Jaya Bachchan has consistently been a steadfast support system for her husband, Amitabh Bachchan, and has been instrumental in keeping the Bachchan family together through good times and bad.
Physical Stats:
- Height: 5 feet 2 inches (157 cm)
- Weight: Approx. 60 kg (132 lbs)
- Eye Color: Dark Brown
- Hair Color: Black (with some greying)
Other Personal Interests:
- Hobbies: Reading, writing, and cooking
- Favorite Actor: Amitabh Bachchan (her husband)
- Favorite Actress: Nargis, Meena Kumari
- Favorite Food: Bengali cuisine and homemade food
- Likes: Spending time with family, gardening, and staying updated on political and social issues
- Dislikes: Media invasion of privacy, unnecessary gossip
Jaya Bachchan is well-known for having strong family values. She is very protective of her family and likes to live a quiet life despite being in the spotlight.
Early Life & Education:
Jaya Bachchan was born in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, into a Bengali Brahmin family. Her mother, Indira Bhaduri, was a homemaker, and her father, Taroon Kumar Bhaduri, was a well-known writer and journalist. She attended St. Joseph’s Convent School in Bhopal for her education before pursuing acting at the esteemed Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) in Pune, where she earned a gold medal.
Film Career:
During the 1970s, Jaya Bachchan became well-known for her effortless performances in a number of popular films, frequently portraying strong, relatable women. She began her acting career as a child artist in Satyajit Ray’s “Mahanagar” (1963). Her first significant role as a lead actress was in “Guddi” (1971), where she played a teenage girl obsessed with the film industry.
Notable Films:
- Guddi (1971) – Breakthrough role
- Koshish (1972) – With Sanjeev Kumar, a sensitive portrayal of a deaf-mute couple
- Bawarchi (1972) – With Rajesh Khanna
- Zanjeer (1973) – With Amitabh Bachchan, a major turning point in Bollywood
- Abhimaan (1973) – A critically acclaimed film with Amitabh Bachchan
- Chupke Chupke (1975) – A light-hearted comedy with Dharmendra
- Sholay (1975) – Played Radha, the silent widow, in this cult classic
- Mili (1975) – Another emotional performance opposite Amitabh
- Silsila (1981) – A love triangle with Amitabh and Rekha
After giving birth to her children, she had a hiatus from filmmaking, but she returned with “Hazaar Chaurasi Ki Maa” (1998). She then starred in popular films including “Kal Ho Naa Ho” (2003), “Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham” (2001), and “Laga Chunari Mein Daag” (2007).
Political Career:
As a member of the Samajwadi Party, Jaya Bachchan entered politics in 2004 and has held many positions in the Rajya Sabha, the upper house of parliament. Her strong beliefs and support of social causes, especially those pertaining to women’s rights and the film business, have earned her notoriety.
Personal Life:
Jaya married Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan in 1973.The couple has two children: Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan, who is married to actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, and Shweta Bachchan Nanda, who is married to businessman Nikhil Nanda.
She has a reputation for being quite secretive and guarded, especially when it comes to her family. She has constantly spoken up about problems pertaining to Indian politics and film, despite her guarded demeanour.
Awards & Honors:
- Padma Shri (1992) – India’s fourth-highest civilian award
- 9 Filmfare Awards (including Lifetime Achievement Award)
- IIFA Lifetime Achievement Award (2007)
- Bengal Film Journalists’ Association Awards
Legacy & Influence:
One of the best actresses in Indian film, Jaya Bachchan is renowned for her fluid acting and nuanced emotional range. Because of her contributions to politics and Bollywood, she is a well-liked public figure.
