Amitabh Never Jealous of Jaya’s Love for Dharmendra

News Desk

Mumbai: Amitabh Bachchan has always been admired for his towering screen presence, but an old anecdote from Kaun Banega Crorepati reveals that his greatest strength may actually be his emotional maturity.

When Aamir Khan once asked him whether he ever felt insecure about the actors Jaya Bachchan worked with, Big B recalled a moment many might find uncomfortable. Jaya had openly declared Dharmendra as “the most handsome man in the industry” — and Amitabh hadn’t felt a tinge of jealousy.

Laughing at the memory, he said, “On the very first day, she told me Dharmendra is her favourite. She said, ‘There is no man more handsome than him in our industry.’”

Instead of insecurity, what emerged was easy acceptance — a reminder that stardom does not have to come wrapped in ego.

Jaya Bachchan too has spoken about this youthful admiration in Koffee With Karan, recalling how she once hid behind a sofa upon meeting Dharmendra. “He looked like a Greek God,” she had said. Her fondness was innocent, almost childlike — the kind of admiration many fans carry for their idols.

What makes the story stand out is not the admiration, but Amitabh’s confidence in their relationship. It reflects a bond rooted in trust, humour, and the quiet assurance that comes with knowing who you are.

Amitabh’s respect for Dharmendra extended far beyond Jaya’s admiration. In his tribute after the legendary actor’s passing, he praised not only Dharmendra’s iconic screen presence but also “the largeness of his heart and its most endearing simplicity.” For Amitabh, Dharmendra was a friend, not a rival.

The episode becomes a gentle lesson on relationships in an industry famous for its insecurities: admiration does not diminish love, and respect can coexist with stardom.

Amitabh Bachchan’s ease in the moment is not just about one comment — it’s a glimpse into a partnership strengthened by trust and into a friendship built on mutual regard.