One Kiss Changed Everything: How Rani Mukerji's Scene with Amitabh Reportedly Ended Her Relationship with Abhishek

In Bollywood, on-screen age gaps between lead actors and actresses have always been a topic of debate. While names like Salman Khan and Ranveer Singh are frequently mentioned in such conversations today, this trend dates back to the 1980s. Even the legendary Amitabh Bachchan has shared screen space with much younger actresses, including Rani Mukerji—who is 35 years his junior.

Interestingly, their on-screen pairing once triggered a major controversy that reportedly altered the course of Abhishek Bachchan’s personal life.

Rani and the Bachchan Connection

Rani Mukerji and Amitabh Bachchan worked together in several acclaimed films like Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, Veer-Zaara, Bunty Aur Babli, Baabul, and Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna

. However, it was their emotionally intense performance in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Black that made headlines—particularly for a lip-lock scene between the two.

At the time of Black's release, rumors of Rani’s impending marriage to Abhishek Bachchan were strong. Sources claimed that the Bachchan family had given their blessings and wedding plans were in motion.

The Kiss That Sparked Controversy

The kiss scene in Black, although deeply emotional and contextual to the story, reportedly didn’t sit well with Jaya Bachchan. She was said to be deeply uncomfortable with Rani performing such a scene opposite Amitabh—her husband and Abhishek’s father. Despite the scene being artistic in nature, Jaya’s disapproval allegedly created a rift.

Rani had no reservations about filming the scene, believing in the story and Bhansali’s vision. However, this one scene allegedly played a pivotal role in ending her relationship with Abhishek. Jaya Bachchan, according to reports, was so disappointed that Rani was not even invited to Abhishek and Aishwarya Rai’s wedding.

Rani’s Admiration for Big B

Rani has always been open about her admiration for Amitabh Bachchan. On Simi Garewal’s talk show, she once confessed that she was such a big fan of the megastar that, jokingly, she’d marry him if given a chance. However, she also emphasized that her admiration came from a place of deep respect and reverence.

While neither Rani nor the Bachchan family have officially addressed these rumors, the combination of on-screen intensity and off-screen speculation has kept this Bollywood story alive in public memory.