'Abhishek will never leave his parents'

"Abhishek will never leave his parents" - Vashu Bhagnani

By Subhash K. Jha, January 16, 2008

Denying widespread reports on Monday that Abhishek had bought a house where he intended to move with his wife Aishwarya, Abhishek says, "It is not true at all." Refuting reports that Abhishek Bachchan has bought a flat in Vashu Bhangani's building pat opposite the Bachchans' residence Jalsa, the producer-turned-builder turns emotional.

"I've never come across a more devoted son than Abhishek. Not even my own son Jackie. It really hurts me to see my name dragged in as a home-breaker. I shudder to think how I'd react if my son got married and decided to move out. Abhishek would never do that. As for buying an apartment in my building….arrey, he doesn't have to BUY one. All he has to say is send him the keys, and it's his. That's the kind of rapport we share." Getting more emotional Vashu continues, "When I bought land opposite Amitji's bungalow it was a dream come true. That's why I named the building Pinnacle Dreams."

Once news was out that apartments were available opposite the Bachchans' residence, Vashu had a tough time keeping the crowds of buyers away. "All the apartments in Pinnacle Dreams were sold out eight months ago. There's no vacant apartment except one which I've kept for myself and that I'd happily give it to Abhishek anytime. But he hasn't asked me for it! In fact, many interested people including Pritish Nandy have called to inquire about place in Pinnacle Dreams. Now I'm building a high-rise apartment in front of the J W. Marriott."

Vashu intends to return to film production this year, for his son Jackie's sake. "My son Jackie will be launched by Vivek Sharma (who's currently helming Bhootnath with the Big B for producer Ravi Chopra) in a film called Kal Kissne Dekha. The film starts shooting in June."

Bhagnani Jr's leading lady is in the process of being finalized. One of the strong contenders is Vedika who's done some South Indian films. Says the proud father, "I've been preparing the boy for six years now. He has been trained in every thing possible. But of course you can't fool the audience. If Jackie isn't good he'll be rejected."

Originally posted by: angel_111

Why is it such a big deal if 30-something sons move to a house closer to the parents ? It happens every where in the world .. Dont they need to grow up and do their own thing ? How does it mean that the son does not love or respect his parents ??

It's more cultural than anything else. In US, it's culturally unacceptable that a son stays on with his parent after he is married , it reflects poorly on his responsibility taking abilities - that is tatamount to him not being able to take care of his family and feeding off his parents. It is never ever seen as him staying back because he wants to take care of his old parents. Similarly, in India, if a son moves out in the same city while his parents are living, it reflects poorly on his responsibility taking capabilities, but in a reverse way. It is tatamount to him not willing to take care of his parents and being selfish.

So it is a cultural differenc. Each has it's own pros and cons, and at the end it completely depends on the family equation. In Us too, there are many Indian families which are living together with their sons and daughter in laws. Many traditional Greek and Italian families do so too.

Originally posted by: angel_111

Why is it such a big deal if 30-something sons move to a house closer to the parents ? It happens every where in the world .. Dont they need to grow up and do their own thing ? How does it mean that the son does not love or respect his parents ??

But I respect the fact that a 30plus son is living with him parents along with his wife. It is so great.

When I talk about this with my american friends here they wish that their Sons and Daughters would give them the same respect as we all do.

So we should try to maintian our culture and be modern too.

Anyways it is only His dad and mom....not that it is three brother and their wives living togather.

you know all this reminds me of something.when aishwarya came to david letterman show(for guys in india this is a late night show something like shekhar suman's movers and shakers).she told him everyone is asking me why i am still living with my parents though i am 32(or whatever her age was).at least we don't have to take an appointment to meet our parents for dinner.
believe me the audience was shocked and quiet(obviously they didn't like her making fun of their culture).I read in an article that the audience was prompted to clap for her after that..thank god usko kisi ne sue nahin kiya.(USA ishtyle) 😆

BTW why is Vashu Bhagnani behaving like Bachchan spokesperson. Good idea of giving publicity of the Apartment building he owns😉.