I'd like Ash to continue working: Abhishek

By Subhash K. Jha Oct 12, 2007, 4:41 GMT

Mumbai, Oct 12 (IANS) Contrary to reports, there is absolutely no question of Aishwarya Rai giving up her work as husband Abhishek Bachchan is all for the actress continuing with her career.

'I'd like her to continue working for very selfish reasons. I'm her biggest fan and love watching her on screen. The choice is entirely hers, of course. I'd never ever impose my wish on her. But if she asks me I'd certainly want her to go on with her work,' Abhishek told IANS.

Aishwarya is on the verge of completing two projects. In Ram Gopal Varma's 'Sarkar Raj' her work is almost done, and for Ashutosh Gowariker's 'Jodhaa-Akbar' she needs to shoot a song.

But considering she has her husband and his family to look after, would her workload be decreased?

'No. As it is, she never did too much work at the same time. I'd like her to continue with her career and do the volume and kind of work that makes her happy. As her co-star I must say I want her to continue. Because she's a wonderful co-star and a thorough professional on the sets,' said Abhishek.

Asked how Aishwarya's name will read in the credits of her forthcoming films, the actor said: 'How would that make any difference? I'd like her to call herself by any name that makes her comfortable. To me it doesn't matter what she calls herself. What she is as a person is what matters.

'However, certain legalities have come into play after marriage. Whatever she's required to call herself, she will. I'm sure she'll do what the law requires. As for her name in the credits, I'd enjoy an Aishwarya film no matter what she calls herself.'

The actress has green-lighted Suniel Shetty's 'Raasta' with Abhishek and John Abraham in the lead.

© 2007 Indo-Asian News Service