Aishwarya's ready for her baby shower

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan is in the eighth month of her pregnancy, and, so far, she has been hiding her baby bump pretty well. But today (October 18), things might be quite different. Reportedly, Ash will have her 'godh bharai' (baby shower) this evening, and it is expected to be a grand celebration.

Ash has also not really spoken about the pregnancy since it was announced by her pa-in-law Amitabh Bachchan on Twitter in June this year. It's been hubby Abhishek Bachchan who has responded to all the congratulatory messages and even referenced it in an ad for a mobile service provider he endorses (the ad focuses on controlling India's population through 3G services and Junior B is asked about his own baby in it).

Ash has drastically reduced her public appearances post pregnancy, and was only recently spotted at the Mata Ki Chowki at Sanjay Dutt's home as well as a Durga Pooja in Mumbai.

The baby shower today, being hosted by Ash's ma-in-law Jaya Bachchan, is set to be one amazing affair. It is believed that all of Bollywood's top stars will be at the Bachchan home - Prateeksha - for it. Read more