Navya Naveli Nanda's Diwali photo dump offered a glimpse of the Bachchan family's celebrations, but it was a missing face that caught some fans' attention. While pictures of Abhishek Bachchan, Shweta Bachchan Nanda, Agastya Nanda and Aaradhya Bachchan found plenty of love, several social media users wanted to know why Aishwarya Rai wasn't part of the photographs.Navya shared the pictures on Instagram with the caption, "Happiest of Diwali’s with my very own." One of the photographs showed Agastya hugging his younger cousin Aaradhya, giving fans a rare glimpse of the two together.

Another captured Abhishek and Shweta lighting sparklers as they enjoyed the festivities.See the pictures here: Agastya Nanda hugs Aaradhya Bachchan in rare photo The family dressed up for the occasion, with Navya opting for a red ethnic ensemble, while Agastya and Aaradhya wore cream-coloured outfits. Abhishek and Shweta kept their festive looks in neutral tones.

Abhishek Bachchan and Shweta Bachchan in frame The pictures were warmly received, but the comments section soon filled with questions about Aishwarya. "Where is Aishwarya?" one user asked. Another wrote, "Why is she never there in the Bachchan family pictures?" Some also wondered whether the actor had celebrated Diwali separately with Abhishek and Aaradhya.Aishwarya, Abhishek's recent Diwali appearance togetherThe questions come amid continued speculation about Aishwarya's equation with the Bachchan family.

Her absence from photographs shared by other family members has often drawn attention, although neither side has publicly confirmed any rift. Interestingly, Aishwarya and Abhishek were seen together just days before Navya's post.

The couple attended fashion designer Manish Malhotra's Diwali party in Mumbai on November 5, arriving hand-in-hand and posing for photographers.Aishwarya wore a red saree with a gold border, while Abhishek chose a black embroidered ethnic outfit. Videos from the evening showed the two exchanging smiles and affectionate glances.

Aishwarya was also seen resting her head on Abhishek's shoulder as they posed together.Take a look at the video here:Aishwarya Rai Bachchan looks absolutely stunning alongside husband Abhishek Bachchan at Manish Malhotra’s Diwali bash. The couple steals the spotlight with their timeless elegance and charm. https://t.co/J5jnaBvwXz— The Eagle Eye (@Theeye_eagle) November 6, 2026More about Navya NandaNavya is the daughter of Shweta Bachchan Nanda and businessman Nikhil Nanda, and the granddaughter of Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan.

Unlike several members of her family, she hasn't ventured into acting.A graduate of Fordham University in New York, Navya is associated with the family business, Escorts Kubota, where she has worked in marketing and communications. She also runs Aara Health, a women's healthcare platform, and Project Naveli, an initiative focused on women's empowerment.

She has also pursued a management programme at IIM Ahmedabad.- Ends