Amid speculations about her personal life, Aishwarya Rai brings home a prestigious award for her role in Ponniyin Selvan 2.
Aishwarya Rai Bags Best Actress Award at SIIMA
Aishwarya Rai, the Bollywood icon who started her acting career with Mani Ratnam’s Tamil film Iruvar (1997), has added another accolade to her already impressive list. At the South Indian International Movie Awards (SIIMA) 2023, held in Dubai on 15th September, Aishwarya won the Best Actress (Critics Choice) award for her stellar performance in Ponniyin Selvan 2.
Ponniyin Selvan 2, directed by Mani Ratnam, is the sequel to the 2022 blockbuster Ponniyin Selvan 1. In this historical drama, Aishwarya played the role of Nandini, a character that earned her widespread praise. Her powerful portrayal has now been recognized with this award, and she was seen attending the ceremony with her daughter Aaradhya.
Personal Life in the Spotlight as Divorce Rumors Spread
While Aishwarya was celebrating her big win, rumors about her relationship with husband Abhishek Bachchan resurfaced. For months, there have been whispers that things are not well between the celebrity couple, with talk of a possible divorce making rounds on social media.
These rumors gained momentum again when Aishwarya was spotted at the SIIMA event without her wedding ring. A viral video from the event captured her walking the red carpet ringless, sparking even more speculation about her marriage. Despite the constant media attention, neither Aishwarya nor Abhishek has made any official statements regarding the rumors.
Separate Appearances Fuel the Fire
This isn’t the first time the couple has made headlines regarding their personal life. Earlier in July, when Mukesh Ambani’s younger son, Anant Ambani, tied the knot with Radhika Merchant, both Aishwarya and Abhishek attended the wedding separately. Aishwarya was seen with her daughter Aaradhya, while Abhishek arrived with his parents, Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan, and his sister Shweta Nanda. These individual appearances fueled divorce rumors further.
Ponniyin Selvan 2’s Box Office Success
While her personal life remains under scrutiny, Aishwarya’s professional success continues to shine. Ponniyin Selvan 2 has been a massive hit at the box office, collecting ₹344.63 crores worldwide. In India alone, the film earned ₹181.96 crores. The first part, Ponniyin Selvan 1, was an even bigger success, grossing ₹488.36 crores globally. Both films were released in multiple languages, including Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam.
Apart from Aishwarya, the movie also stars major South Indian stars like Trisha Krishnan, Vikram, Jayaram Ravi, and Karthi Sivakumar. Aishwarya’s fans are eagerly waiting for her next film, but as of now, Ponniyin Selvan 2 remains her latest release.
What’s Next for Aishwarya Rai?
While her professional achievements keep growing, all eyes are on what’s next for Aishwarya, both in her personal and professional life. Fans are hoping for more great performances while wishing the best for her family life amidst all the ongoing speculations.
