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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan makes it a point to attend the GSB Ganpati celebrations in Mumbai every year, and this time was no different. Amid Ganesh Chaturthi 2025, the actress visited the Gaud Saraswat Brahmin (GSB) Ganeshotsav with her daughter Aaradhya Bachchan, and several photos and videos from their darshan quickly went viral on social media.

Rajiv Menon’s 2000 romantic drama Kandukondain Kandukondain, starring Mammootty, Aishwarya Rai, Tabu, Ajith Kumar, and Abbas, remains one of the most celebrated Tamil films of its time. While the AR Rahman soundtrack became an instant classic, the film also won acclaim for its layered performances. Recently, director Rajiv Menon opened up about the casting of Mammootty as Major Bala, one of the film’s most memorable characters.

Aishwarya Rai, despite her success, faced a setback when she was unexpectedly dropped from several films with Shah Rukh Khan, including 'Chalte Chalte' and 'Veer-Zaara'. This sudden removal left her hurt and confused, as she had no clear explanation for the decision. The experience made her aware of the industry's unpredictable nature, but she persevered and continued her successful career.