Jalsa, which means ‘celebration’ in Hindi, is the perfect word that encapsulates the emotion of Amitabh Bachchan’s house. Amitabh Bachchan’s house is a natural haven, with leafy plants lining the walls providing a colourful contrast. You can also observe Indian brass golden bowls lining the marble stairs, lending a touch of Indian regality that makes for a wonderful décor style. Classic wood ceilings and glass windows also tell of the luxe décor that enhances the beauty of Jalsa. Jalsa, the house is a statement of architectural elegance, mixing different styles without making it seem crowded.
The interiors of Amitabh Bachchan’s house are equally stunning. With the décor again a lovely mix of Indian and international elements, Jalsa, the house is renowned for its unique beauty. The living room is especially a vision enriched with a typical Indian touch. Amitabh Bachchan’s house paintings are also famous in their own right. Depicting Indian art in exquisite colours and themes, these paintings bring together the styling of Jalsa, the house. Extra touches like an accent wall, crystal chandeliers, and traditional arches reminiscent of Indian palaces are other arresting elements that make the living room of Jalsa, the bungalow a vision par excellence. Amitabh Bachchan’s Jalsa is a well-planned architectural wonder with complementing interiors.
Another picture which depicts the tasteful Indian décor style, this picture of their sitting room, with a sweeping silver-rimmed table, silver Buddha-style décor and a statement painting that brings everything together is another example of the sublime décor of Jalsa. The statement painting in the sitting room is another gem among the collection of Amitabh Bachchan’s house paintings, instantly captivating you with its simple yet eye-catching artistic allure. The Bachchans are part of the Bollywood royalty, and their house depicts just that. From the classic furniture with just a touch of glam, an elaborate carpet that further highlights Indian heritage and its art and culture to the simple statement style pieces, everything retains an air of clean luxury.
Jalsa the house has been constructed and further styled in a fashion that speaks of a harmonious flow between nature and architecture. This can be ascertained by a peek of Jalsa’s garden where a bonsai tree sits atop a glass top with a phenomenal background of double doors constructed in a style that one sees in traditional Indian buildings. The detailing of the doors will take your breath away. The intricate beauty of the doors, with the simplicity that emanates from the Buddha sculpture and the bonsai tree, presents a beautiful merge of varying elements coming together in a lovely fusion. Since both the Buddha sculpture and the bonsai tree are considered symbols of peace, there is an added serenity to this fusion style.
Amitabh Bachchan’s house is home to an impressive art collection steeped in Indian touches. While some of this art collection is mounted on accent walls and the like in the form of oil paintings, one piece that stands out is a Tanjore painting that stands tall in a fold-out style. A grand South-Indian style painting, it is no less than a treasure.
Displaying smaller paintings of Indian gods and goddesses decorated in gold, the complete display is a sight to see. Further decorated with golden lotuses, this Tanjore painting might as well be the royal crown of Amitabh Bachchan’s Jalsa’s art collection.
Amitabh Bachchan’s Jalsa is a sweeping property with sprawling terraces, rooms, balconies and a backyard. This picture of the outer area of Jalsa shows the beautiful wooden double doors that open out to the backyard, the perfect place for the famous family to get together and celebrate. The lighter-toned ceilings perfectly balance out the wooden doors, making for a neutral palette of colours that make the house undeniably classic.
While the majority of Amitabh Bachchan’s house is a vision of Indian style décor, this is a glimpse into a more contemporary style. While the luxurious Indian-style arch remains the focal point on the walls, the ceiling takes away your attention as soon as you see it. The entire ceiling has a mesh-like layer fitted with light fixtures, an extension of the Bollywood style of this legendary family. Bringing a style statement of the olden days, eternally glamoured by the movies, the room is the perfect nod to this famous family’s Bollywood legacy.