The first bahu of Indian cinema, Aishwarya Rai-Bachchan, is now a full-time mom… well almost. Those who are close to the Bachchan clan say Ash is so consumed by and touchy about her baby that she makes sure Aaradhya accompanies her even to mom’s professional assignments.

Last month Ash was in the UAE to honour an advertisement commitment. The baby was constantly with her. When journalists came to chitchat with the actress, she placed herself in a room which was right next to the room where Aaradhya was sleeping tight. The baby’s slightest twist or turn caused Ash to ignore the media and look towards her.

Ever since she’s become a mother, Ash has been focused on motherhood. Abhishek can vouch for that.

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