{
  "id": 3420591,
  "title": "Jaya Bachchan once shared why she quit acting: ‘One parent has to be there’ for children",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/jaya-bachchan-once-shared-why-she-quit-acting-one-parent-has-to-be-3420591",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-26T04:00:06.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express - Lifestyle",
    "slug": "the-indian-express-lifestyle",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/lifestyle/jaya-bachchan-amitabh-bachchan-9-5-wife-once-she-quit-acting-motherhood-parent-children-expert-10833787/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Jaya Bachchan once revealed her reasons for leaving the acting world in a candid interview. When asked by Karan Johar, she explained that her husband, Amitabh Bachchan, preferred a wife who was not a 9-to-5 employee. As Amitabh's career grew more demanding, Jaya felt it was crucial for one parent to remain present for their children. Shweta Bachchan Nanda, their daughter, once expressed her own concerns about her mother's busy schedule, requesting that Jaya not prioritize her career over her father. This experience, recounted in 2007's Koffee With Karan, highlights the complex emotions surrounding modern parenting and the challenges faced by both mothers and fathers. Family therapist Delnna Rajesh noted that guilt and resentment are not signs of a lack of love, but rather a natural part of the human experience. She emphasized the importance of acknowledging the complexity of these situations and encouraging open communication between partners. Both genders should be free to pursue their career or caregiving roles without judgment, and families should strive to create solutions that work for their unique circumstances.",
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        "outlet": "The Indian Express",
        "title": "Jaya Bachchan once shared why she quit acting: ‘One parent has to be there’ for children",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}