Bollywood couple Abhishek Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan put speculation about their separation to rest after making a joint appearance at fashion designer Manish Malhotra's star-studded Diwali party in Mumbai on Thursday (November 5).
The couple arrived hand in hand, drawing attention with their chemistry and togetherness at the event attended by several Bollywood celebrities, including Akshay Kumar, Madhuri Dixit, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Kajol and Genelia D'Souza.
Abhishek wore a black sherwani, while Aishwarya appeared in a bright red saree with a golden border. They posed together on the red carpet and declined photographers' requests for separate photographs.
Pictures and videos of the couple quickly circulated on social media, drawing positive reactions from fans, many of whom welcomed their public display of affection.
The couple, who married on April 20, 2007, have faced repeated speculation about their relationship in recent years. They welcomed their daughter Aaradhya in 2011.
Despite the rumours, their joint appearances at public events have repeatedly drawn attention and fuelled discussions about their relationship.
-AH