This actor made his acting debut with Sunil Dutt, became a style icon, married twice, left Bollywood due to..., he was...
At a time when his charm ruled the silver screen and his films were constant hits, this charismatic superstar made a decision that shocked many. Known for his striking looks and effortless acting, he had become a household name, admired by fans and filmmakers alike. But just when the spotlight was brightest, he quietly stepped away from the glitz of Bollywood. No farewell, no big announcement, just a graceful exit. His departure left many wondering why someone at the top would choose to walk away, turning his story into one of the industry's most intriguing chapters. Bollywood Superstar Vinod Khanna
Here we are talking about Late Vinod Khanna, who made his stupendous debut with Sunil Dutt and later gave blockbusters like Qurbani, Amar Akbar Anthony and Chandni. If he had not left the cinema due to spirituality at the peak of his career, then perhaps he would have been seen in films like Amitabh today. Along with his professional life, Vinod's personal life was also in the news. The actor had two marriages. From his first marriage, he had two star sons like Rahul and Akshay Khanna. Meanwhile, his second marriage happened at a very exciting phase after he decided to return to the acting front. When Vinod Khanna Chose Spirituality
Vinod Khanna married Geetanjali in the year 1971 at the beginning of his career. From this marriage, he had Rahul and Akshay Khanna. In between this, Vinod has gained huge stardom and also a title for himself as a style icon. After 14 years, in 1985, Vinod divorced his wife. The reason for this was the actor's adoption of spirituality. It is said that he went to Osho's refuge in America. He spent a lot of time here. By this time, Vinod Khanna was giving hit after hit films. His sudden exit from the film industry created a stir in Bollywood and among his fans. Vinod Khanna's Second Marriage
After returning back from the spiritual journey, Vinod Khanna met Kavita Daftary through their common friends. Vinod and Kavita had started loving each other in their hearts. One day, the actor asked Kavita about marriage. On this, Kavita said that she is looking for a decent boy. After this, Vinod proposed Kavita for marriage. Kavita agreed, but her family objected to this marriage and Kavita also went against her family and married the actor. Vinod Khanna had two children, Sakshi and Shraddha Khanna, from his second marriage. At the same time, Kavita has a very good relationship with her stepsons, Akshay and Rahul.
Vinod died in 2017, while his first wife, Geetanjali, died in 2018. Vinod Khanna died of cancer, although he was treated a lot, but by then it was too late. Vinod Khanna was last seen in the film 'Guns of Banaras' (2020), which was released after his death.
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This actor made his acting debut with Sunil Dutt, became a style icon, married twice, left Bollywood due to..., he was...
At a time when his charm ruled the silver screen and his films were constant hits, this charismatic superstar made a decision that shocked many. Known for his striking looks and effortless acting, he had become a household name, admired by fans and filmmakers alike. But just when the spotlight was brightest, he quietly stepped away from the glitz of Bollywood. No farewell, no big announcement, just a graceful exit. His departure left many wondering why someone at the top would choose to walk away, turning his story into one of the industry's most intriguing chapters. Bollywood Superstar Vinod Khanna Here we are talking about Late Vinod Khanna, who made his stupendous debut with Sunil Dutt and later gave blockbusters like Qurbani, Amar Akbar Anthony and Chandni. If he had not left the cinema due to spirituality at the peak of his career, then perhaps he would have been seen in films like Amitabh today. Along with his professional life, Vinod's personal life was also in the news. The actor had two marriages. From his first marriage, he had two star sons like Rahul and Akshay Khanna. Meanwhile, his second marriage happened at a very exciting phase after he decided to return to the acting front. When Vinod Khanna Chose Spirituality Vinod Khanna married Geetanjali in the year 1971 at the beginning of his career. From this marriage, he had Rahul and Akshay Khanna. In between this, Vinod has gained huge stardom and also a title for himself as a style icon. After 14 years, in 1985, Vinod divorced his wife. The reason for this was the actor's adoption of spirituality. It is said that he went to Osho's refuge in America. He spent a lot of time here. By this time, Vinod Khanna was giving hit after hit films. His sudden exit from the film industry created a stir in Bollywood and among his fans. Vinod Khanna's Second Marriage After returning back from the spiritual journey, Vinod Khanna met Kavita Daftary through their common friends. Vinod and Kavita had started loving each other in their hearts. One day, the actor asked Kavita about marriage. On this, Kavita said that she is looking for a decent boy. After this, Vinod proposed Kavita for marriage. Kavita agreed, but her family objected to this marriage and Kavita also went against her family and married the actor. Vinod Khanna had two children, Sakshi and Shraddha Khanna, from his second marriage. At the same time, Kavita has a very good relationship with her stepsons, Akshay and Rahul. Vinod died in 2017, while his first wife, Geetanjali, died in 2018. Vinod Khanna died of cancer, although he was treated a lot, but by then it was too late. Vinod Khanna was last seen in the film 'Guns of Banaras' (2020), which was released after his death.
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