Bollywood, the glittering hub of India’s entertainment industry, is known for its grandeur and glamour. Some Bollywood actresses have not only made headlines for their acting prowess but also for their high-profile marriages to millionaires and businessmen. Here’s a look at some of these celebrated unions:
Bollywood Actresses – Shilpa Shetty and Raj Kundra
Shilpa Shetty, one of Bollywood’s most popular actresses, married British-Indian businessman Raj Kundra in 2009. Kundra, who made his fortune through a variety of business ventures including real estate, steel, and sports, is also known for his involvement in the Indian Premier League (IPL) team Rajasthan Royals. Their lavish wedding was a grand affair, and the couple now enjoys a luxurious lifestyle, often sharing glimpses of their opulent life on social media.
Juhi Chawla and Jay Mehta
Juhi Chawla, the charming actress who ruled Bollywood in the late 80s and 90s, tied the knot with industrialist Jay Mehta in 1995. Jay Mehta is the owner of the Mehta Group, a multinational company with interests in cement, sugar, and engineering. The couple has two children and is known for their low-key yet affluent lifestyle.
Tina Ambani and Anil Ambani
Tina Munim, a successful actress in the 80s, married Anil Ambani, chairman of Reliance Group, in 1991. Anil Ambani is one of India’s leading industrialists, with interests in telecommunications, infrastructure, entertainment, and financial services. The couple’s wedding was a grand event, and they are now one of the most powerful couples in India.
Asin Thottumkal and Rahul Sharma
Asin, known for her roles in movies like “Ghajini” and “Ready,” married Rahul Sharma, co-founder of Micromax, one of India’s largest mobile phone companies, in 2016. Their wedding was a private affair, but their relationship has always been in the limelight due to Sharma’s significant wealth and Asin’s star status.
Celina Jaitly and Peter Haag
Former Miss India and Bollywood actress Celina Jaitly married Austrian businessman and hotelier Peter Haag in 2011. Peter Haag runs a successful hotel chain in Dubai, and the couple has settled there with their three children. Their wedding was a beautiful amalgamation of Indian and Western traditions.
Gayatri Joshi and Vikas Oberoi
Gayatri Joshi, who starred in the critically acclaimed film “Swades” alongside Shah Rukh Khan, married real estate tycoon Vikas Oberoi in 2005. Vikas Oberoi is the chairman and managing director of Oberoi Realty, a prominent real estate development company in India. The couple leads a sophisticated and affluent lifestyle.
Raveena Tandon and Anil Thadani
Raveena Tandon, the “Mast Mast” girl of Bollywood, married film distributor Anil Thadani in 2004. Anil Thadani is a well-known name in the film distribution business, having worked with several big production houses in India. The couple has two children and is known for their philanthropic work.