Bollywood, the dazzling realm of silver screens, has redefined the meaning of love in a fascinating and extraordinary way. Nevertheless, amidst its captivating allure, this vibrant hub of glitz and glamour is also a hotbed of scandal and hearsay. As we marvel at the electrifying on-screen chemistry of certain celebrities, it’s hard to fathom that their off-screen bond is purely platonic. Yet, gossip about potential dalliances and extramarital affairs in the film industry remains a ubiquitous feature of the tinsel town landscape.
Let’s take a look at some of the most controversial love affairs in B-town
1) Shatrughan Sinha and Reena Roy
Bollywood witnessed a spark between its stars Shatrughan Sinha and Reena Roy while they were shooting for their movie. However, their love story was short-lived as Sinha refused to leave his wife Poonam despite Reena’s desire for commitment. Sinha and Poonam tied the knot in 1980 and were blessed with twin sons Luv and Kush Sinha, and their daughter Sonakshi Sinha is a celebrated actress in the film industry.
In his book, Shatrughan poured his heart out and confessed his extramarital affair. He revealed that he had fallen head over heels for 19-year-old Reena Roy during the making of ‘Kalicharan’ in 1976 when he was 30. Simultaneously, Shatrughan’s chance encounter with Poonam on a flight sparked a love in his heart, and they soon tied the knot. However, even after getting married, Shatrughan couldn’t help but think about Reena, and their conversations lingered in his mind.
2) Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha
Bollywood’s most infamous love affair is none other than the tumultuous relationship between two legendary actors, Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha. Their on-set closeness during a movie shoot quickly grew into something more, leading to one of the most scandalous affairs in the film industry. However, when Amitabh’s wife, Jaya Bachchan, discovered their secret tryst, she refused to let go of her husband and fought to save their marriage.
Even today, the tension between Big B and Rekha is palpable, and his discomfort in her presence speaks volumes about the feelings that once existed between the two. Despite years of speculation and rumours, their love story remains shrouded in mystery as they have never publicly admitted to their relationship. Even after their last movie together, ‘Silsila,’ Rekha still openly admits that she is in love with a married man and wears a sindoor which people think it’s because of Big B and the public continues to be fascinated by their enigmatic romance.
3) Dharmendra and Hema Malini
The love story of Bollywood’s iconic couple, Dharmendra and Hema Malini, reads like a captivating Hindi film. Hema was the stunning Dream Girl of India, while Dharmendra was the rugged He-Man of Bollywood, and their on-screen chemistry was adored by all. However, their off-screen love story was not without its challenges. Dharmendra was already married to Prakash Kaur and had two sons when he fell in love with Hema on the sets of ‘Tum Haseen Main Jawan.’ Despite Hema’s rejection of several marriage proposals, Dharmendra was determined to be with her. Since divorce was not an option, they both converted to Islam and got married in 1980. Even today, it is enchanting to see how happy they are as a family.
4) Saif Ali Khan and Rosa Catalano
The actor’s love life has always been fodder for headlines, and he caused a stir when he tied the knot with Amrita Singh at the tender age of 21. However, even more shocking was his subsequent affair with Italian model Rosa Catalano, which also ended in a split. In a 2017 appearance on a chat show with Karan Johar, Saif took a shot of coffee when asked about cheating on partners, but kept mum on the details of who he had betrayed.
5) Shah Rukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra
When rumours began to circulate that Shah Rukh Khan was having an affair with his co-star, fans were stunned. Despite being happily married to Gauri Khan, the superstar was reportedly involved with a colleague for the first time. While there is no concrete evidence of their alleged affair, numerous sources have shared intimate details, including rumours that they may have even secretly married. Their on-screen chemistry was electric in ‘Don’ and ‘Don 2,’ making it hard to believe that nothing was going on behind the scenes.
6) Akshay Kumar and Priyanka Chopra
According to rumours, Bollywood superstar Akshay Kumar was allegedly involved in an extramarital affair with actress Priyanka Chopra. The two reportedly became close while filming the movie ‘Andaaz’ in 2003, which resulted in their on-screen chemistry sizzling to the core. Despite starring in three more films together, Akshay’s wife Twinkle Khanna soon caught wind of their growing relationship and put a stop to it. It’s said that Twinkle gave Akshay a stern lecture and even forbade him from working with Priyanka again. To this day, they haven’t shared the screen, and their rumoured love affair remains a topic of heated discussion in Bollywood circles.
7) Hrithik Roshan and Kangana Ranaut
The alleged romance between Hrithik Roshan and Kangana Ranaut caused a stir not only among their fans but also in the entire Bollywood industry. It was a love affair that only Kangana acknowledged, as Hrithik never admitted to it. The rumours began after the movie ‘Krrish 3’, and things got even more intense when Hrithik divorced his wife in the same year, with Kangana being seen as the reason for the split.
The situation soon turned into a legal battle as they exchanged legal notices, with Hrithik accusing Kangana of defaming him and using his name for publicity. The controversy was the talk of the town, and the entire industry was divided into two groups – one that supported Hrithik and the other that supported Kangana. Both had different versions of the story, with Kangana making accusations while Hrithik worked tirelessly to clear his name. Regardless of whether their relationship was real or not, it was undoubtedly the most talked-about and controversial affair in recent Bollywood history.
8) Malaika Arora and Arjun Kapoor
Malaika Arora and Arjun Kapoor’s relationship was initially met with scepticism due to Arjun’s past relationship with Malaika’s sister-in-law, Arpita Khan. However, the couple is now deeply in love and disregards any negative opinions. Malaika, who is known for her fitness, was previously married to Arbaaz Khan in 1998 but divorced him in 2017 before falling in love with the much younger actor, Arjun Kapoor. The two love sharing their little and cute moments on social media and are going strong!
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