Jaya Bachchan and Her Sister Rita Verma: Behind the Scenes
Jaya Bachchan and Her Sister Rita Verma: Behind the Scenes
Jaya Bachchan, a renowned actor and political figure, has a lesser-known sister, Rita Verma. While Jaya is well-known for her acting, family life, and political career, Rita has chosen a less public path. In this article, we delve into the lives of Jaya Bachchan and her sister Rita Verma, exploring their family history, careers, and personal journeys.
Jaya Bachchan: A Prominent Figure in Bollywood
Jaya Bachchan, born on April 9, 1948, in Madhya Pradesh, India, into a Bengali family, is a significant figure in the Bollywood industry. Originally known as Jaya Bhaduri, she made her debut in the film Mahanagar in 1963, at the age of 15. She later graduated from the Film and Television Institute of India in Pune with a gold medal.
Her film career was not just limited to acting; she played a pivotal role in the success of Amitabh Bachchan's early films, notably in Zanjeer. Over the years, Jaya has been part of numerous successful films, including Uphaar, Koshish, Abhiman, and Chupke Chupke.
Rita Verma: A Family-Oriented and Private Figure
Jaya's sister, Rita Verma, is a less prominent figure in the public eye. Unlike her sister, Rita has stayed out of the limelight. She married Rajiv Verma, an architect who later became an actor, in 1976. Before her marriage, Rita considered a career in the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) but later decided against it. Instead, she became an English professor at the Central School and took voluntary retirement.
Rajiv Verma has appeared in several successful Bollywood movies, including Maine Pyar Kiya, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, Koi Mil Gaya, Hum Saath Saath Hain, Kachche Dhaage, and Chalte Chalte.
A Rich Family Legacy
The Bachchan and Bhaduri families have a rich history intertwined with the world of cinema. Jaya's father, Tarun Kumar Bhaduri, was a celebrated author and journalist. Some of his novels served as inspiration for numerous Hollywood and Bollywood films. Jaya's mother, Indira Bhaduri, is a housewife, and the family is known for its patriarchal values and family-oriented approach.
In 2020, the entire Bachchan and Bhaduri families celebrated Indira Bhaduri's 90th birthday in Bhopal. At 93 years old, Indira Bhaduri has recently been hospitalized in Mumbai due to heart-related problems. Despite their less public lives, Rita and Nita Bhaduri have remained integral parts of the family, maintaining close ties with the rest of the Bachchans and Bhaduris.