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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan married Abhishek Bachchan following a whirlwind romance, while she was at the peak of her career. Her larger-than-life wedding became the talk of the town, and while fans and critics questioned whether she would take a step back from work after marriage, the Jodha Akbar actor surprised everyone by proving them wrong.
During an earlier episode of the talk show Koffee with Karan, Aishwarya reflected on the early days of her marriage, sharing how she and Abhishek tied the knot within a year of coming together. Dismissing the outdated belief that marriage hinders a woman’s career, she passionately voiced her opinion: “I don’t agree with this when people say that ‘marriage not yet‘, I want to focus on my career. I don’t agree with that. You can handle both. Everybody can handle both. You’re here as an actor to enjoy your craft, put out good work, do kick-ass work, and get that noticed. I don’t think you need to remain single for that.”
While this is a valid concern in a person’s mind that their marriage and associated responsibilities might replace the importance they give to their career, what most people are afraid of is losing that spark, the palpable chemistry they share with their partner, while juggling responsibilities — especially if the career is demanding and children are a part of the equation.
Sonal Khangarot, licensed rehabilitation counsellor and psychotherapist, The Answer Room, told indianexpress.com that experiencing burnout in such cases is quite common, and early signs of emotional or physical burnout in high-performing professionals often show up in subtle yet persistent ways. Emotional exhaustion is one of the first red flags—feeling chronically drained, detached, or numb even when there’s no obvious trigger.
Khangarot explained, “When time together is scarce due to work and travel, emotional intimacy doesn’t have to suffer—it just needs to evolve. The key is intentionality. Even brief moments can be powerful when they’re mindful and emotionally attuned.”
A 5-minute call or voice note every day just to ask, “How are you feeling today?”—not just “How was your day?”—can create a thread of emotional closeness. Whether it’s a good morning text, a shared playlist, or a virtual coffee on video, these little rituals become anchors in a busy life.
“When you’re apart, don’t just share logistics. Share what moved you that day, what you struggled with, or a thought that made you smile. Vulnerability builds intimacy. Technology can become a lifeline—schedule date nights online, play games together, or watch the same movie while apart and discuss it after,” said Khangarot, futher adding that when you do meet, resist the temptation to pack the time with errands or social obligations. “Prioritise quality, meaningful connection over quantity,” she said.
