Jaya Bachchan has broken her silence about her granddaughter Aaradhya Bachchan amid ongoing rumors of a strained relationship with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan.

This marks the first time Jaya has publicly commented on Aaradhya, addressing speculation surrounding the Bachchan family dynamics.

Reports have long suggested tension between Aishwarya and Jaya, with claims that the two rarely speak or interact at family events.

These rumors have been fueled by observations of Jaya favoring her daughter Shweta Bachchan’s children over Aaradhya, with some alleging she keeps her distance from both Aishwarya and her granddaughter.

However, years ago, Jaya spoke warmly about Aaradhya in an interview, affectionately referring to her as “Strawberry” and praising her beauty and charming personality.

She even noted how Aaradhya’s features resemble a blend of Aishwarya and Abhishek.

Jaya recounted a lighthearted moment where she teased Aishwarya, saying Aaradhya was lucky to have a “Miss World” as her personal caretaker.

During that time, Jaya lauded Aishwarya as an exceptional mother who personally took care of Aaradhya without relying on help from nannies or staff.

Despite these past praises, Jaya has recently been distant from both Aishwarya and Aaradhya.

Whether it was the Ambani wedding or the premiere of The Archies, Jaya was noticeably aloof, adding fuel to the speculation that Aaradhya might not enjoy the warmth of her grandmother’s affection.

What has caused this apparent drift between Jaya and her daughter-in-law and granddaughter remains a topic of intrigue for fans and media alike.

As the public weighs in on the alleged family rift, many wonder whether the Bachchans will address these rumors or if the mystery surrounding their relationships will persist.