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Economic Times
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Shammi Kapoor proposed to her at 17, but one Kapoor family rule ended their love story. The Bollywood heartthrob's romantic ‘nightmare'
Synopsis During the filming of Brahmachari in 1968, a tender relationship blossomed between Shammi Kapoor and Mumtaz. Kapoor, a widower, proposed to the young actress, but she declined due to his demand that she give up her burgeoning career. Mumtaz, supporting her family, chose her professional path, leaving a lasting emotional impact on both despite their eventual separate lives. Agencies Shammi Kapoor and Mumtaz shared a deep connection during Brahmachari filming. Kapoor proposed marriage, but Mumtaz declined. Long before paparazzi and Instagram romance confirmations, Bollywood's silver screen was home to love stories that rarely made it past studio lots. One such tale — tender yet tinged with heartbreak — unfolded between superstar Shammi Kapoor and a young rising actress, Mumtaz, during the filming of the 1968 classic Brahmachari . Rumours swirled for years about their alleged affair, but it was only later, that both stars spoke candidly about the relationship that 'was not a love affair, it was much more,' in Mumtaz's own words. In an interview archived by Rediff , Mumtaz disclosed that Kapoor had proposed marriage when she was just 17. While deeply in love, she turned him down — not because she didn't feel the same, but because of a difficult demand: Kapoor had asked her to quit acting. 'He wanted me to give up my career when I was just 17,' she said. 'Unfortunately, womenfolk in the Kapoor family did not work during those days.' For Mumtaz, who was supporting her family and already earning a substantial income — reportedly Rs 8 lakh as a struggler — walking away from the industry wasn't an option. 'I don't think anyone can give me the same amount of love that he showered on me. I never forgot him,' she added emotionally. 'Even today when his name is mentioned, tears well up in my eyes.' By the time Brahmachari was being filmed, Shammi Kapoor was already a widower, having lost his first wife, actress Geeta Bali, to smallpox in 1965. Kapoor, known for his flamboyant screen presence and infectious energy, was privately grieving and perhaps seeking companionship in the comforting bond he found with Mumtaz. Speaking to Lehren Retro , Kapoor recalled, 'At that time, I was a widower and Mumtaz was a very beautiful thing in that movie. For a short while, we both had dreams, but then it turned into a nightmare. So, it's fine. I am happy as I am today.'Mumtaz, who would go on to become one of the most celebrated actresses of the 1970s with hits like Do Raaste , Khilona , and Roti , had to choose between love and legacy. 'I had a family to support,' she explained. 'I was the highest paid actress of my time… I wanted only the best in life."Both actors eventually moved on in life. Kapoor married Neila Devi in 1969, while Mumtaz married businessman Mayur Madhvani and settled in London. Yet, the emotional imprint of their bond remained indelible.
Time of India
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shammi Kapoor proposed to her at 17, but one Kapoor family rule ended their love story. The Bollywood heartthrob's romantic ‘nightmare'
Long before paparazzi and Instagram romance confirmations, Bollywood's silver screen was home to love stories that rarely made it past studio lots. One such tale — tender yet tinged with heartbreak — unfolded between superstar Shammi Kapoor and a young rising actress, Mumtaz , during the filming of the 1968 classic Brahmachari . Rumours swirled for years about their alleged affair, but it was only later, that both stars spoke candidly about the relationship that 'was not a love affair, it was much more,' in Mumtaz's own words. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Digital Marketing Finance others Public Policy Healthcare Project Management Management Degree CXO MCA Cybersecurity Data Science Data Analytics MBA Artificial Intelligence Data Science Product Management Technology Others Design Thinking Leadership PGDM Skills you'll gain: Digital Marketing Strategies Customer Journey Mapping Paid Advertising Campaign Management Emerging Technologies in Digital Marketing Duration: 12 Weeks Indian School of Business Digital Marketing and Analytics Starts on May 14, 2024 Get Details Skills you'll gain: Digital Marketing Strategy Search Engine Optimization (SEO) & Content Marketing Social Media Marketing & Advertising Data Analytics & Measurement Duration: 24 Weeks Indian School of Business Professional Certificate Programme in Digital Marketing Starts on Jun 26, 2024 Get Details A Proposal at 17 and a Painful Refusal In an interview archived by Rediff , Mumtaz disclosed that Kapoor had proposed marriage when she was just 17. While deeply in love, she turned him down — not because she didn't feel the same, but because of a difficult demand: Kapoor had asked her to quit acting. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like This Celebrity-Endorsed British Trading Bot Is Getting Noticed — Here's Why Kapital Wolf Undo 'He wanted me to give up my career when I was just 17,' she said. 'Unfortunately, womenfolk in the Kapoor family did not work during those days.' For Mumtaz, who was supporting her family and already earning a substantial income — reportedly Rs 8 lakh as a struggler — walking away from the industry wasn't an option. 'I don't think anyone can give me the same amount of love that he showered on me. I never forgot him,' she added emotionally. 'Even today when his name is mentioned, tears well up in my eyes.' You Might Also Like: Did Mumtaz lose Mera Naam Joker because of her relationship with Shammi Kapoor? Actress reveals why Raj Kapoor said no to her Agencies Rumours swirled for years about Shammi kapoor and Mumtaz's alleged affair, but it was only later, that both stars spoke candidly about the relationship that. Shammi Kapoor: A Star with a Heavy Heart By the time Brahmachari was being filmed, Shammi Kapoor was already a widower, having lost his first wife, actress Geeta Bali, to smallpox in 1965. Kapoor, known for his flamboyant screen presence and infectious energy, was privately grieving and perhaps seeking companionship in the comforting bond he found with Mumtaz. Speaking to Lehren Retro , Kapoor recalled, 'At that time, I was a widower and Mumtaz was a very beautiful thing in that movie. For a short while, we both had dreams, but then it turned into a nightmare. So, it's fine. I am happy as I am today.' Closure and Moving on Mumtaz, who would go on to become one of the most celebrated actresses of the 1970s with hits like Do Raaste , Khilona , and Roti , had to choose between love and legacy. 'I had a family to support,' she explained. 'I was the highest paid actress of my time… I wanted only the best in life." You Might Also Like: Kapoor family elder had pushed for Ranbir-Deepika's marriage: 'Both are tall and good-looking' Both actors eventually moved on in life. Kapoor married Neila Devi in 1969, while Mumtaz married businessman Mayur Madhvani and settled in London. Yet, the emotional imprint of their bond remained indelible.
Time of India
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Shammi Kapoor called romance with Mumtaz a 'nightmare', revealed he was a widower that time and she was beautiful: 'We had dreams..'
The legendary and were in a relationship and while there was an age difference between them, the duo shared great onscreen chemistry. While Mumtaz has often spoken about him, admitted to their relationship and also revealed why they broke-up; in a rare interview, even Shammi had spoken about it. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now When he was asked about his film 'Brahmachari' and about working with Mumtaz, he said during a chat with Lehren Retro, 'At that time, I was a widower and Mumtaz was a very beautiful thing in that movie. For a short while, we both had dreams but then it turned into a nightmare. So, it's fine. I am happy as I am today.' Their romance was short lived but they had a deep impact on each other's lives. For those in the know, Shammi was married to Geeta Bali but she passed away in 1965. After that, Shammi was dating Mumtaz. In an interview with Rediff, Mumtaz admitted that Shammi Kapoor had proposed to her when she was just 17. But she turned down his proposal as women in the Kapoor family were expected to not act. She said, 'He wanted me to give up my career when I was just 17. I don't think anyone can give me the same amount of love that he showered on me. I never forgot him. Even today when his name is mentioned, tears well up in my eyes. It was not a love affair, it was much more. We loved each other deeply.' She added further, 'Unfortunately, womenfolk in the Kapoor family did not work during those days. He had to respect his family's wishes, I had to respect my career. I had a family to support. I was being paid Rs 8 lakh even as a struggler. I was the highest paid actress of my time. As a child, when my mother asked whom I wanted to marry when I grow up, I'd say I wanted to marry the son of the Shahenshah of Iran. I wanted only the best in life. ' Shammi went on to marry Neila Dev after that, while Mumtaz tied the knot with businessman Mayur Madhvani.
Indian Express
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
When Shammi Kapoor called his affair with Mumtaz a ‘nightmare'; said he was ‘happy' after it ended: ‘We both had dreams but…'
Rumours about veteran actor Mumtaz and late legendary star Shammi Kapoor's affair during the filming of the 1968 film Brahmachari circulated for years. Both the stars eventually spoke about their short-lived romance, which, as per their own accounts, was intense but ultimately ended in heartbreak. In an old interview with Lehren Retro, Shammi Kapoor spoke about working with Mumtaz in Brahmachari. He said, 'At that time, I was a widower and Mumtaz was a very beautiful thing in that movie. For a short while, we both had dreams but then it turned into a nightmare. So, it's fine. I am happy as I am today.' Shammi was previously married to Geeta Bali, who had passed away due to smallpox in 1965. In another old interaction with Rediff, Mumtaz admitted that Shammi Kapoor had proposed to her when she was just 17. However, she turned down his proposal because he had asked her to give up her acting career, as women in the Kapoor family were not allowed to work in films at that time. She said, 'He wanted me to give up my career when I was just 17. I don't think anyone can give me the same amount of love that he showered on me. I never forgot him. Even today when his name is mentioned, tears well up in my eyes. It was not a love affair, it was much more. We loved each other deeply.' Mumtaz also explained that she was earning a substantial income and couldn't walk away from her profession. 'Unfortunately, womenfolk in the Kapoor family did not work during those days. He had to respect his family's wishes, I had to respect my career. I had a family to support. I was being paid Rs 8 lakh even as a struggler. I was the highest paid actress of my time. As a child, when my mother asked whom I wanted to marry when I grow up, I'd say I wanted to marry the son of the Shahenshah of Iran. I wanted only the best in life.' Although Shammi Kapoor and Mumtaz's relationship didn't last, both eventually moved on. Shammi went on to marry Neila Devi, while Mumtaz tied the knot with businessman Mayur Madhvani.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mumtaz: I am alive because of my husband
Veteran actress Mumtaz , known for her elegance and iconic roles in Hindi cinema, opened up about her deep bond with husband and business tycoon Mayur Madhvani, crediting him for being her constant through thick and thin, especially during her battle with cancer. 'I have known the Madhvani family since we were kids, they were neighbours,' she shared, speaking fondly of the man who's been her pillar for over three decades. 'My husband gives me everything. There is nothing that I don't have. He loves me so much. I never had a reason to leave him. He is a thorough gentleman, and he keeps me happy," she added. Getting candid about her health, Mumtaz said, 'Today I am alive because of my husband. When I was diagnosed with cancer, after I was operated on, he was the one to insist the doctors check my lymph nodes. And they did—and there was cancer. If he hadn't then…' Despite the years and the hardships, love continues to thrive between the two. 'We still go on dates. I am a very confident person. My husband still loves me so much,' she smiled. When asked if she ever considered returning to films, the actress was clear: 'Yaa toh majburi se kaam karta hai, but I don't have any majburi. My husband gives me everything. I don't have the majburi to go on screen.' Now preferring a quieter pace, she said, 'I'm getting tired of traveling. I live a very simple life. I don't make many friends."
