Has Aishwarya Rai just used her given name again? 'Bachchan' tag missing in Global Women's Forum Dubai 2024 implies

Despite the rumors swirling around her personal life, Aishwarya Rai has maintained a flawless public presence. However, it seems that her most recent actions have blurred the lines.

We are aware of how it appears, but rationally, this is still up for debate. Without a question, one of the most prominent names on the list of Indian global idols is Aishwarya Rai Bachchan (?). Her humanitarian endeavors, in addition to her beauty and artistic abilities, are what sustain her legacy in the public consciousness. Her speech to the star-studded group of women at the Global Women's Forum Dubai 2024 last night focused in part on the platform's continuous efforts to use diversity to affect equality and empowerment.

Even though Aishwarya gave a powerful speech, it seems that her remarks were completely overshadowed by what was shown on the screen behind her, at least based on the responses from the general people. The screen behind Aishwarya as she entered the stage and was presented credited her as a "international star"—and here's the cherry on top—just "Aishwarya Rai."

Always, Aishwarya was Aishwarya Rai. Much of her popularity with the public was built on the strength of her maiden name, whether it was her triumphant pageantry run that culminated in her 1994 Miss World title or the most prosperous period of her acting career. Only much later, in 2007, did she become Aishwarya Rai Bachchan through her marriage to Abhishek Bachchan, a title she has since proudly used. Therefore, it makes sense that seeing it just "gone," especially on such a large international platform and in the midst of the noisy divorce rumors, has been interpreted as a statement in and of itself. Was this a significant re-debut for a maiden name? The internet is stating this.

All of them support it! "Queen is back to business" and "She looks gorgeous" are among the comments applauding Aishwarya read by some who do think this was a re-debut. "She appears liberated in some way," "She was and will always be THE Aishwarya Rai for the world," "SHE IS FINALLY FREE," and "She appears content here, as if a great deal of burden has been lifted from her heart and herself."

All of them support it! "Queen is back to business" and "She looks gorgeous" are among the comments applauding Aishwarya read by some who do think this was a re-debut. "She appears liberated in some way," "She was and will always be THE Aishwarya Rai for the world," "SHE IS FINALLY FREE," and "She appears content here, as if a great deal of burden has been lifted from her heart and herself."

Additionally, some remarks mentioned that "Aishwarya Rai Bachchan" has never had a stronger brand than "Aishwarya Rai": "She was always Aishwarya Rai to me, and I had to mentally add 'Bachchan'." Angelina was always Angelina Jolie, and Kim K was always Kim K. They developed their identity as such, and to be honest, it is how I will always remember them.

The 'what's in a name' approach was used in other remarks in the same sentence: "To me, she was always THE Aishwarya Rai." Who is Bachchan? and "When the husband acts disrespectfully, what good is a name? She is in a better position. Well done, she.

"Meanwhile the intern who skipped her surname because there wasn't enough space is shitting bricks right now," was a humorous response. One internet user added context to the already conjectural comment thread by sharing: "Why do I think it was not intended? Perhaps this aspect was unimportant to the organizers. She is more well-known worldwide as Miss World Aishwarya Rai than Bachchan Bahu or an actress. The Bachchan name is still shown on Aishwarya's Instagram handle, as some comments correctly noted: "Is it still there on her IG? Once she takes it off from Instagram, I believe it will truly put things right.

"That face can still cause wars" was one of the comments, and we wholeheartedly concur, Bachchan or not.