Bollywood has its share of several closely guarded secrets which have been forgotten over the years with new gossip surrounding celeb lives and controversies. However, in the current day and age, nearly none of those secrets are safe, as sometimes, all it takes is one old photo to bring those skeletons out of the closet. Something similar happened recently when a throwback snap of Abhishek Bachchan and Tabu from a Holi party set the internet abuzz.Â
When Abhishek Bachchan and Tabu were seen together during Holi 2005
On March 14, 2025, the whole country was in a festive mood, revelling in the joy of the festival of colours. Just as everyone was soaking in this year’s Holi festivities and browsing through social media to see how their favourite celebrities spent the day, the popular discussion platform, Reddit caught fire with a throwback picture that transported everyone back to 2005. The snap featured Abhishek Bachchan and Tabu, sharing a mushy moment together. It once again ignited the buzz surrounding the duo’s rumoured whirlwind romance from two decades ago.
In the resurfaced photo, Abhishek and Tabu were seen fully immersed in the festive spirit. Tabu was dressed in a simple all-white outfit, her hair neatly tied back in a single braid. Abhishek, on the other hand, was wearing an orange-hued kurta splashed with vibrant colours from the festivities. The picture captures an intimate moment where Abhishek was hugging Tabu from behind, his arms wrapped around her waist, as they shared a carefree moment.
Netizens react to the resurfaced fling
The vibrant snap has reignited discussions about the old fling, which many netizens from later generations were not aware of. Reacting to the photo, one user commented, “I can never imagine Abhishek and Tabu???? I have never seen them in single frame everr”, another theorised that this could have been the reason that Tabu and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan lost touch. The comment read:
“I always wondered why Ash and Tabu stopped bonding after her wedding.. before that they used to call each other sisters as they played sisters in a film, and they used to share a lovely bond. That filmfare after party video from 2000 is very telling. Never thought Abhishek could be the reason they stopped talking.”
Abhishek Bachchan and Tabu’s dating buzz
According to old industry chatter, Abhishek and Tabu were often spotted together at glamorous bashes thrown by Bollywood’s elite. The two allegedly shared undeniable chemistry, often exchanging playful glances and sticking close to one another throughout the celebrations. Beyond these parties, the duo was frequently seen walking arm-in-arm at Mumbai’s five-star hotels, sparking rumours of a steady, yet discreet, relationship that had everyone in the industry buzzing.
Fast forward to today, Abhishek and Aishwarya are happily married, after tying the knot in 2007. Despite occasional rumours, the two are going strong after all these years, and continue to be one of Bollywood’s most celebrated couples. Meanwhile, Tabu remains one of India’s most respected and talented actresses, known for keeping her personal life private.
See the post here.
What do you think about the resurfaced photo of Abhishek and Tabu from Holi 2005?
Also Read: When Shahid Kapoor Revealed If His Dad, Pankaj Kapur Was A Better Cook Or His Wife, Mira Rajput
