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Last Updated: November 05, 2024, 21:33 IST
Bollywood icon Guddi Maruti recently shared her memories of the romantic culture in the film industry during the 1990s, particularly focusing on Akshay Kumar’s reputation for being charming.
Guddi Maruti provides a glimpse into the dating dynamics of 90s Bollywood, emphasizing Akshay Kumar’s well-known flirtatious demeanor and his romantic involvements.
Renowned for her comedic talent, Bollywood actress Guddi Maruti opened up about the romantic encounters that were prevalent in the Hindi film industry during the 1990s. She noted that it was quite typical for leading actors to indulge in romantic relationships, particularly during the course of outdoor filming. Guddi highlighted Akshay Kumar’s charismatic nature, alluding to his “flirtatious” behavior and mentioning several of his romantic interests from that time.
In a conversation with Siddharth Kannan, Guddi Maruti reflected on Akshay Kumar’s allure to women while they collaborated on the film Khiladi. She remarked, “Kaafi girlfriends thi uski (He had many girlfriends). I know of two or three lovely girlfriends of his, but I can’t account for how many others he may have dated. He was always pleasant to work with on set.” Although she pointed out that Akshay may not have juggled multiple relationships at once, his reputation as a heartthrob was well-established. “He would pretend to be so innocent, but later we heard so many stories about him,” Guddi noted.
Today, Akshay Kumar is happily married to Twinkle Khanna, and their relationship has become a beloved chapter in Bollywood history. This romance began in the late 90s when both were establishing their careers in the industry. They allegedly met for the first time during a magazine shoot, where their connection was almost instant. Their friendship blossomed, navigating through the complexities of their budding careers before evolving into a profound love story.
In a memorable moment in 2000, Twinkle famously declared that if her film Mela did not succeed at the box office, she would marry Akshay. When the film underperformed, she honored her word, leading to their wedding on January 17, 2001, in a private ceremony with close family and friends.
The couple has since nurtured a loving family, welcoming two children, Aarav and Nitara. Their marriage has flourished over the years, built on a foundation of mutual respect, humor, and shared beliefs. What started as a film industry romance has transformed into a strong partnership admired by their fans and respected by colleagues.
On the cinematic front, the much-anticipated film Singham Again, directed by Rohit Shetty, has recently debuted, featuring an impressive ensemble cast including Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone, and Tiger Shroff, uniting to confront Arjun Kapoor’s antagonist. The film has received favorable reviews, highlighted by an electrifying scene where Akshay Kumar makes an entrance as Sooryavanshi, arriving via helicopter to assist Ajay Devgn in a rescue mission involving Kareena Kapoor.
True to his action-hero persona, Akshay’s thrilling comeback as Sooryavanshi in a critical scene has been well-received by audiences. This sequence has intrigued fans since it was featured in the film’s trailer. Looking ahead, Akshay has a slate of exciting projects lined up, including Jolly LLB 3, Welcome to the Jungle, Shankara, and Hera Pheri 3, among others.
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