Amitabh Bachchan’s Sleepless Nights Following Aishwarya Rai’s Accident During ‘Khakee’ Shoot

During the filming of the 2004 Bollywood movie Khakee, a terrifying accident left actress Aishwarya Rai injured, leaving Amitabh Bachchan distressed and sleepless for two nights. The incident occurred while shooting a dangerous stunt sequence involving actors Aishwarya Rai, Akshay Kumar, and Tusshar Kapoor. A car lost control during the scene, speeding up unexpectedly and crashing into Aishwarya’s chair, causing a serious injury.

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Akshay Kumar reacted quickly, pulling the car away from Aishwarya and ensuring her safety. Aishwarya was rushed to the hospital immediately after the accident, while Tusshar Kapoor, who was also nearby, was left shocked by the event.

Amitabh Bachchan, who was on the set at the time, revealed later that he was deeply disturbed by how the media portrayed the incident. He expressed frustration at the media for downplaying Aishwarya’s injuries, which were more severe than initially reported. According to Amitabh, Aishwarya suffered multiple injuries, including a pierced back from cactus thorns, a broken foot, and deep cuts, yet the press described them as minor.

Understanding the gravity of the situation, Amitabh offered Aishwarya’s mother an option to take her back to Mumbai for better treatment. He arranged for a private plane through Anil Ambani, but there were challenges due to the lack of night landing facilities at the nearby airport. Special permission had to be sought for the plane to land at a military base 45 minutes away from the hospital. Despite the arrangements, Amitabh remained upset that the incident was not being taken seriously.

Amitabh Bachchan later revealed that the incident left him sleepless for two nights as he struggled to process what had happened. Witnessing the accident firsthand had deeply impacted him, as he saw Aishwarya in considerable pain, unable to move due to her injuries.

In recent years, Aishwarya Rai has continued to make public appearances, often without her husband, Abhishek Bachchan. This has sparked rumors of a possible divorce, but the couple has remained private about their relationship. However, the bond between Amitabh and Aishwarya remains strong, as seen in how deeply he was affected by the accident and his unwavering concern for her well-being.

The accident during Khakee serves as a reminder of the risks actors face on set and how such incidents can have a lasting emotional impact on those involved. Amitabh Bachchan’s sleepless nights reflect the concern and affection he holds for Aishwarya Rai, not just as a colleague, but as a member of his family.