Jaya and Amitabh Bachchan captured in a moment together. (courtesy: amitabhbachchan)
New Delhi:
During the recent episode of What The Hell Navya! Season 2, Navya Naveli Nanda had an engaging conversation with her grandmother, the esteemed Jaya Bachchan, and her mother Shweta Bachchan Nanda. They dissected the complexities of modern-day love, the significance of having personal space in a partnership, and how crucial it is to maintain mutual respect. Navya probed into the concept of ‘relationship red flags’ where Jaya Bachchan pinpointed “bad manners” as an immediate red flag. When asked to elaborate, she emphasized the importance of addressing others respectfully rather than using informal terms like ‘tu’ or ‘tum’.
Jaya Bachchan voiced her concern, “Ek cheez jo mujhe bahut buri lagti hai, jo log tu, tum karke baat karte hai. Chahe kisi se bhi ho. [I really dislike it when people speak using ‘tu’ or ‘tum’ with anyone.]” She posed a question to Navya, “Aapne kabhi mujhe nana [Amitabh Bachchan] se tum karke baat karte hue suna hai? [Have you ever heard me address nana [Amitabh Bachchan] as ‘tum’?].”
She further expounded, “Mujhe lagta hai yeh sab cheezo ke liye consciously effort karna chahiye, jo aapke generation ke log nahi karte. Aap se tum, tum se tu, tu ke baad finished. Toh relationship bhi aisa hi hota hai na? Jab tak aap kisi ki izaat ni karenge, pyaar nahi rahega. [There should be a conscious effort towards these aspects, which is often neglected by your generation. The progression from ‘aap’ to ‘tum’, and from ‘tum’ to ‘tu’ signifies a decline in respect, and so goes the relationship. Love cannot endure without respect.]”
Navya Naveli Nanda and Shweta Bachchan Nanda both agreed, echoing the sentiment, “Respect is very important.” In a previous episode, Jaya Bachchan discussed her experiences as an “internet sensation” and her relationship with the paparazzi. Moreover, her latest appearance was in Karan Johar’s Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani, featuring actors like Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt.
FAQs About Jaya Bachchan’s Insights on Relationships
- What does Jaya Bachchan consider to be a major red flag in relationships?
- Jaya Bachchan considers bad manners, specifically the informal address of ‘tu’ or ‘tum’ in place of ‘aap’, as a significant red flag in relationships.
- Why does Jaya Bachchan think the younger generation needs to make a conscious effort with respect to relationships?
- She believes the younger generation often overlooks the importance of formal respectful address and suggests that lasting love is built on a foundation of respect. This is evidenced by the gradual decline in formality from ‘aap’ to ‘tu’ that could represent a parallel decline in respect within a relationship.
- Has Jaya Bachchan ever used ‘tum’ to address Amitabh Bachchan according to Navya?
- No, Jaya Bachchan apparently has never addressed Amitabh Bachchan informally as ‘tum’, which she questions Navya about during their podcast conversation.
Conclusion
The candid conversation between Navya Naveli Nanda, her mother Shweta, and grandmother Jaya Bachchan sheds light on the nuanced understanding of relationships from different generational perspectives. As revealed in the discussion, Jaya Bachchan’s stance on respect not only reflects her personal principles but also offers a broader commentary on the evolution of love and etiquette over time. This intimate peek into the Bachchan family’s values emphasizes how respect underpins their relationships and remains a timeless expectation within the bonds of love.
