When Shweta Bachchan Revealed the One Thing She Hated About Aishwarya Rai

A lighthearted Koffee With Karan episode featuring Shweta Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan continues to attract attention for the candid way the siblings spoke about their family relationships.

Seven years ago, Shweta appeared alongside her brother on the sixth season of Karan Johar’s popular chat show. During the episode, she was asked a series of questions about her sister-in-law, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, including what she loved, hated and tolerated about the actor.

While Shweta had plenty of praise for Aishwarya, she also revealed one small habit that she found frustrating.

What Shweta Bachchan Said She Hated About Aishwarya Rai

When Karan asked Shweta what she disliked about Aishwarya, her answer was surprisingly simple.

“I hate that she takes forever to return phone calls and messages. I tolerate her time management,” Shweta said.

The comment was delivered in the playful spirit of the show’s rapid-fire questioning and offered a glimpse into the everyday dynamics between Shweta and her sister-in-law.

Shweta had also praised Aishwarya during the conversation, including her achievements and her role as a mother. Her response about delayed calls and messages therefore came across as a humorous observation rather than a serious criticism.

Shweta Was Asked to Choose Between Abhishek and Aishwarya

The episode also put Shweta in another difficult position when Karan asked her to choose who she considered the better actor between her brother and Aishwarya.

Her answer was straightforward:

“Abhishek.”

The response came despite Aishwarya’s extensive acting career and her acclaimed performances in films including Devdas, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam and Jodhaa Akbar.

Abhishek and Aishwarya have also shared the screen in films such as Dhaai Akshar Prem Ke, Kuch Naa Kaho and Guru, among other projects.

Abhishek Bachchan Faces a Question About His Wife and Mother

Abhishek also found himself at the centre of a playful exchange during the same episode.

Karan asked him whether he was more afraid of his wife, Aishwarya, or his mother, Jaya Bachchan. Abhishek quickly chose his mother.

“My mother,” he replied.

Shweta immediately offered a different answer.

“Wife,” she said.

The interruption prompted Abhishek to jokingly tell his sister:

“It’s my rapid fire, be quiet.”

The exchange became one of the lighter moments from the episode, showcasing the teasing dynamic between the Bachchan siblings.

Abhishek and Aishwarya’s Film Careers

Abhishek Bachchan has built a diverse filmography spanning commercial entertainers and critically regarded performances. His credits include Guru, Yuva, Paa, Delhi 6, Bunty Aur Babli, Bluffmaster and several other films.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, meanwhile, has established an international profile through films such as Devdas, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam and Jodhaa Akbar, among many others.

The two actors have also collaborated professionally, giving audiences several opportunities to see them together on screen.

Abhishek and Aishwarya’s Family

Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai married in 2007. The couple welcomed their daughter, Aaradhya Bachchan, in 2011.

Looking back at Shweta’s Koffee With Karan appearance, her comments about Aishwarya remain notable not because of any major revelation, but because they offered viewers a rare glimpse into the family’s playful interactions and the personal side of two of Bollywood’s most recognizable film families.