Bollywood has seen numerous real-life love stories that captivated millions of fans at the time and that made headlines. Some were later wed or simply drifted apart and went their separate ways; others faded away without anyone realizing it. Let’s take a look at 10 Bollywood love stories that took the nation by storm, but have been forgotten.
Raj Kapoor and Nargis
Raj Kapoor and Nargis were one of the most famous pairs in Bollywood’s history, both on and off screen, in the 1940s to 1950s. They became the subject of a romantic legend,d but ultimately, their love faded, and so did one of the early iconic love stories in Hindi cinema. Source: Filmfare archives, The Hindu
Guru Dutt and Waheeda Rehman
It was a well-documented fact that Guru Dutt was very close to Waheeda Rehman in the 50s. Their creative encounter resulted in enduring classics, while their bond is among the most discussed and heart-wrenching chapters in Bollywood history. Source: India Today, Film Companion
Dilip Kumar and Madhubala
Dilip Kumar and Madhubala’s romance was considered one of Bollywood’s greatest love stories. Though there is chemistry in their relationship that will never be forgotten, ultimately, it came to an end due to some personal and legal issues. Source: BBC Hindi, The Indian Express
Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha
Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha had one of Bollywood’s most celebrated rumours, which garnered a lot of attention in the late 1970s and early 1980s. It was never officially announced, but remains a favourite subject of conversation in Indian cinema. Source: Hindustan Times, NDTV
Salman Khan and Somy Ali
Salman Khan’s and Somy Ali’s relationship during the 1990s made headlines. After they split, both individuals went on with their own careers, and the conversation of their relationship started to fade away. Source: Times of India, Pinkvilla
Akshay Kumar and Shilpa Shetty
Akshay Kumar and Shilpa Shetty were Bollywood’s most gossiped-about couple in the late 1990s. The media put their relationship under the spotlight before it came to an end, and both the actors started their careers well afterward. Source: Bollywood Hungama, India Today
Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor Khan
In fact, before they got married, Shahid Kapoor was one of the most popular young couples in Bollywood with Kareena Kapoor Khan. The two broke up, and fans were surprised by the news, and the relentless media coverage of their relationship gradually subsided over time. Source: Hindustan Times, Filmfare
Bipasha Basu and John Abraham
Bipasha Basu and John Abraham had been in a relationship for almost 10 years and were among the best Bollywood couples. Their split was the end of a relationship which was once closely tracked by fans. Source: NDTV, Times of India
Harman Baweja and Priyanka Chopra Jonas
Harman Baweja and Priyanka Chopra Jonas were considered one of the emerging celebrity couples during the late 2000s. Their love affair lasted a short time, and they are not mentioned much today. Source: Rediff, India Today
Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif
The couple of Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif garnered a lot of attention during the early 2010s. It was one of the biggest celebrity romances in Bollywood at the time, but now, it has been replaced by newer chapters in the lives of the actors. Source: Hindustan Times, NDTV
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