Why Jaya Bachchan Got Annoyed when addressed as Jaya Amitabh Bachchan In Rajya Sabha?
First Published: 30th July, 2024 17:31 IST
Her response has been widely praised on social media, with many users calling her courageous for standing up against this practice.
Actor-politician Jaya Bachchan recently expressed her displeasure on being addressed as Jaya Amitabh Bachchan In Rajya Sabha by Rajya Sabha deputy chairman, Harivansh Narayan Singh during the session on Monday.
Narayan invited her to speak, saying, “Shrimati Jaya Amitabh Bachchan Ji, please.”
Reacting sharply, Jaya Bachchan reminded the deputy chairman and everyone present that she has her own distinct identity.
She stated, “Just saying Jaya Bachchan would have been enough.”
Deputy Chairman then said, “Your full name was written here in official records, I just repeated the same.”
Jaya Bachchan said that the emerging trend of women being known by their husband’s names, implying they lack personal identity, achievements, and recognition.
“This is a completely new phenomenon,” she stated.
Her response has been widely praised on social media, with many users calling her courageous for standing up against this practice. However, some Netizens pointed out inconsistencies in her stance, noting her use of the ‘Bachchan’ surname.
Netizens also pointed out that since her name in the official records was listed as Jaya Amitabh Bachchan, she was addressed like that.
The incident has also sparked various comments and discussions online, highlighting the ongoing debate about women’s identity and recognition in society.
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