Amitabh Bachchan, the ‘Shahenshah’ of the Indian Film Industry, is renowned for his incredible acting skills, whether it be ‘Don’ in the 1970s or playing an adorable father ‘Piku’ in the last decade. The actor’s kindness and discipline throughout the years earned him the respect he deserves. With several of his clan members working in the film industry, the Bachchan family celebrates knowledge with impressive educational qualifications.
Let’s take a look at the educational qualifications of the Bachchan family!
Amitabh Bachchan
Amitabh Bachchan completed his schooling until class 12 at Boys’ High School and College in Allahbaad and Sherwood College in Nainital. Later, he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Science from Kirori Mal College in Delhi in 1962.
Jaya Bachchan
The phenomenal actress and wife of Big B, Jaya Bachchan (maiden name – Bhaduri) has not only aced her roles in films but also in academics. She completed her schooling at St. Joseph’s Convent School, Bhopal. Keeping in mind to pursue her acting career, she graduated from the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Arts.
Abhishek Bachchan
The ‘Delhi-6’ actor, Abhishek Bachchan, attended Bombay Scottish School and completed his schooling at Aiglon College in Switzerland. He also attended Modern School in Vasant Vihar, Delhi, and Jamnabai Narsee School, Mumbai. Further, he was pursuing his Business Degree at Boston University in the United States but dropped out to debut in the glamorous town of Bollywood.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
Aishwarya Rai is known for her acting skills, and charming demeanour in addition to her marvelous beauty. The daughter-in-law of the Bachchan family completed her schooling at Arya Vidya Mandir High School in Mumbai. Later, she pursued a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture at Rachana Sansad Academy of Architecture, but like her husband, she dropped out to pursue a career in acting and modeling.
Shweta Bachchan Nanda
The daughter of Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan, Shweta attended Modern School in Vasant Vihar, Delhi for a while and then completed her schooling at a Doon school in Dehradun. Thereafter, she studied for a Master’s Degree in Business Administration.
Navya Naveli Nanda
Navya Naveli Nanda, the founder of Project Naveli – a non-profit organization, and her podcast ‘What The Hell Navya’, is the granddaughter of Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan. She completed her schooling at Fordham University in New York City and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Digital Technology & UX Design.
Agastya Nanda
Agastya Nanda, who recently debuted in Bollywood with his film ‘The Archies’, is the grandson of the clan. While he has kept a low profile of himself in public, the 24-year-old actor excels in his field. He completed his schooling at Sevenoaks School in London.
Nikhil Nanda
Nikhil Nanda, Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Escorts Kubota Limited, is the son-in-law of the Bachchan family. He completed his schooling at Doon School in Dehradun. Later, he pursued a degree in Business Management from Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, United States.
Aaradhya Bachchan
The youngest of the family, Aaradhya Bachchan is currently a student at Dhirubhai Ambani International School, Mumbai. The daughter of Abhishek and Aishwarya, Aardhya is very active in her extracurricular activities. The clips of her playing characters in school dramas have always been well-received by the audience on social media.
