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Pink Villa
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Why did Sanjeev Kumar not marry Hema Malini despite sensational affair? Exploring their relationship, breakup and more
Late veteran actor Sanjeev Kumar, best remembered for his iconic role in the 1975 film Sholay, contributed significantly to Hindi cinema with his outstanding performances over the years. In his personal life, Kumar was linked to actress Hema Malini; however, their sensational affair led to a breakup. Here's everything you should know about their relationship, breakup, and why they didn't get married. Sanjeev Kumar and Hema Malini's romance brewed on Seeta Aur Geeta sets In his biography, An Actor's Actor, writers Hanif Zaveri and Sumant Batra recounted how their relationship began and how they ultimately drove each other apart. Sanjeev Kumar and Hema Malini met on the sets of Seeta Aur Geeta and grew close to each other while shooting for the song, Hawa Ke Saath Saath. During the shoot, they had an accident while skating down the hill. It was believed that the actors started developing feelings while being concerned about each other. Sanjeev Kumar's mother wanted Hema Malini to discontinue work for marriage As per Hindustan Times, Sanjeev Kumar had his mother's approval for marrying Hema Malini. However, the latter wanted the actress to leave the industry so they could get married. Hema's mother refused to let her entertain the idea. Kumar's family also reached her house with a marriage proposal; however, things didn't turn out well. Sanjeev Kumar wanted a 'stay-at-home' wife Years later, in an interview with Junior G magazine in 1991, Hema Malini opened up about how Sanjeev Kumar wished to have a "stay-at-home, all-sacrificing wife" to take care of his aging mother and support him. The Sholay actress called him a "caricature of a male chauvinist". She added that back then, it was quite common to look down upon women who chose to be a part of showbiz. Both of them were unwilling to compromise and had a few misunderstandings. They later part their ways. Sanjeev Kumar remained single in his lifetime. He died of a heart attack at the age of 47 in 1985. On the other hand, Hema Malini married actor Dharmendra, and they have two daughters, Esha Deol and Ahana Deol.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Sanjeev Kumar and Hema Malini's relationship ended because his family wanted her to quit films: ‘Desired a stay-at-home wife'
Sanjeev Kumar was one of Hindi cinema's finest actors, remembered for his powerful performances across a range of genres. But while he won hearts on screen, his personal life was filled with heartache. Despite playing many romantic roles, Sanjeev never married, and passed away at just 47. Among the most talked-about chapters of his love life was his relationship with Hema Malini , which reportedly ended due to his conservative views on marriage. Love sparked on the set of ' Seeta Aur Geeta ' Their romance began in 1972 when they were shooting for 'Seeta Aur Geeta'. According to Hanif Zaveri and Sumant Batra in the book An Actor's Actor, 'Sanjeev Kumar and Hema Malini became acquainted with each other while shooting for the song 'Hawa Ke Saath Saath', in which they had to skate through the picturesque roads of Mahabaleshwar.' Their bond grew stronger after a scary accident on set. The book says, 'In one terrifying moment, the trolley came loose while both Hema Malini and Sanjeev Kumar were on it, and veered towards a cliff. Luckily, the road bent inwards and both the actors fell away from the treacherous precipice. They escaped with minor cuts and bruises. This brush with death brought them closer. The moment they recovered from the accident, they were more concerned about each other than their own well-being. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Tại sao CFD tiền mã hóa có thể phù hợp với danh mục đầu tư của bạn IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo Many believe that this was the moment they began developing feelings for each other.' When wedding plans took shape It didn't take long for things to move ahead. The book shares that, 'The Jariwals decided to visit Hema's family in Madras and ask for her hand. Sanjeev, Hema, and Shantaben planned the visit, fixed a date, and got their tickets. As was customary, Shantaben arrived at Hema's home with boxes of sweets, and Hema Malini's mother, Jaya Chakravarthy, was happy to meet Sanjeev's family.' Everything seemed smooth at first. The cultural differences did not become a problem. But soon, Hema's growing film career became a big hurdle. The one condition that ended it all Hema's mother Jaya Chakravarthy was ready for the proposal but had one clear condition. She said she would agree only if her daughter was allowed to keep working in films after marriage. The book notes, 'For the Jariwala family this was a difficult condition to accept. Shantaben and Sanjeev were clear from the start that they would not allow Hema to act in films after marriage.'. Neither would give in Hema had hoped Sanjeev would change his mind and let her continue acting. On the other side, Sanjeev thought Hema would convince her mother to accept his family's wishes. In the end, neither was ready to give in. This difference tore them apart, and they decided to end their relationship. Hema later spoke about Sanjeev's expectations Years later, in 1991, Hema Malini opened up about this in Junior G magazine. She said, 'Sanjeev Kumar who desired a stay-at-home, all-sacrificing wife who would care for his ageing mother and support him, while he mesmerized the audience and won accolades, seems like a caricature of a male chauvinist. But before judging him too harshly, let's consider the era we are dealing with. Back in the day, it was common to look down upon women who chose to be a part of showbiz. ' Hema later moved on and married Dharmendra in 1980. They went on to have two daughters, Esha and Ahana Deol. Meanwhile, Sanjeev Kumar never married.
Indian Express
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Hema Malini was ‘considering' Sanjeev Kumar's marriage proposal, said no when he turned up in chappals and kurta-pyjama, recalls Aruna Irani
Veteran actress Aruna Irani, who has shared screen space with legendary actor Sanjeev Kumar in several films, recently opened up about a lesser-known chapter of Bollywood history, Sanjeev Kumar's heartfelt, yet ultimately unsuccessful, attempt to woo Hema Malini. In a candid conversation with Lehren Retro, Aruna painted a vivid picture of Sanjeev Kumar's shy, unassuming nature, and how it may have contributed to the end of a romance that once had the makings of a fairy tale. 'I've never seen a man like him,' Irani said, recalling how indifferent Kumar was to appearances. 'He would show up in any condition. When we would go out… we were young, so we used to dress up a bit… but he never did.' She revealed that when Sanjeev was contemplating marriage with Hema Malini, he made no special effort to impress her either. 'I heard he wanted to marry Hema ji… and he went to meet her in that same unkempt condition. Hema ji said 'No'… and that's where everything went wrong.' The actress described how Hema Malini was herself considering the proposal but was dissuaded by Kumar's lack of style and presence. 'Hema ji was really trying to go ahead with it… she was mustering the courage… but when she saw him like that, those slippers… that kurta, and that pyjama… there was absolutely no style.' She further added, 'Ek toh waise bhi unki personality bilkul style ki nahi thi… aur kapde bhi waise pehne the… toh sab locha padh gaya.' (To begin with, his personality wasn't stylish at all… and the way he dressed just made things worse.) Also Read | Hema Malini on not holding grudges against former partners Jeetendra, Sanjeev Kumar: 'Never keep anything in your heart' To those unaware, Sanjeev Kumar, known for his deeply emotional portrayals on screen, led a personal life marked by solitude. He never married and passed away in 1985 at the age of 47. One of his most well-known romantic connections was with Hema Malini, and many believed they were close to tying the knot. Their relationship reportedly began during the filming of Seeta Aur Geeta (1972). According to the biography An Actor's Actor by Hanif Zaveri and Sumant Batra, their bond blossomed while shooting the song 'Hawa Ke Saath Saath,' where they were seen skating together on the scenic roads of Mahabaleshwar. The book claims Kumar was serious about marrying Hema. However, there was resistance on both sides. Sanjeev Kumar's mother, Shantaben, was initially reluctant about her son marrying an actress. But Hema Malini, known for her humility and grace, gradually won her over. Yet the relationship fell apart over a fundamental disagreement. Hema Malini's mother, Jaya Chakravarthy, was adamant that her daughter continue her acting career post-marriage. The Jariwala family, including Sanjeev and Shantaben, could not agree to this condition. The dream ended there. In 1980, Hema Malini married actor Dharmendra. The couple has two daughters, Esha and Ahana Deol.
