The world of Bollywood is often painted with vibrant hues of romance, heartache, and unexpected twists. One such tale is that of Sangeeta Bijlani, a former beauty queen, and actress whose love life has captivated audiences for decades. After her breakup with Bollywood heartthrob Salman Khan, Sangeeta found solace in the arms of former Indian cricket captain Mohammad Azharuddin, a man whose own romantic journey had its complexities.
At the time Sangeeta and Azharuddin began their relationship, he was still married to Naureen, with whom he shared two children. The tumultuous end of their marriage in 1996 paved the way for Azharuddin to marry Sangeeta in 1999. Their union, however, was not destined for eternal bliss. After fourteen years of marriage, their relationship ended in 2010 amid swirling rumors of Azharuddin's alleged affair with badminton player Jwala Gutta. This public scrutiny cast a shadow over their once-celebrated romance, illustrating the often unforgiving nature of fame.
Despite the end of their marriage, Sangeeta and Salman Khan have managed to maintain a cordial friendship. Sangeeta is frequently spotted at family events hosted by Salman, indicating a bond that has withstood the test of time and tumult. Salman Khan, perpetually the subject of media fascination as Bollywood’s most eligible bachelor, has seen his name entwined with that of several leading ladies, including Somy Ali, Katrina Kaif, and Aishwarya Rai. Yet, despite these high-profile connections, Salman remains single.
Interestingly, Salman and Sangeeta’s romance once appeared poised to culminate in matrimony. Invitations had been sent, and plans were underway, but their relationship disintegrated abruptly when Sangeeta discovered Salman in the company of Somy Ali. The shock of betrayal led to the swift cancellation of their wedding. In the aftermath, Somy expressed her remorse for her role in the tumultuous end of Sangeeta and Salman’s relationship.
In a candid interview , Somy Ali revealed that she reached out to Sangeeta years later to extend her apologies. However, Sangeeta's response was one of indifference; she had moved on and found happiness with Azharuddin. "It doesn’t matter; I’m happily married to Azhar," she is reported to have said, even as her own marriage would soon face its demise. Somy reflected on her youthful actions, acknowledging her misguided choices at the tender age of sixteen. "I told her I was deeply sorry," she recounted, illustrating the weight of regret that lingered long after the events transpired.
