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Last Updated: April 13, 2025, 11:45 IST
Imran Khan Reflects on His Marriage to Avantika Malik, Describes Its Challenges
Imran Khan, a well-known figure from the 2000s Bollywood scene and nephew of Aamir Khan, recently addressed the difficulties he encountered during his marriage to Avantika Malik, revealing that the relationship did not progress in a healthy manner.
Imran, who tied the knot with Avantika Malik in 2011, became a prominent actor during his career but chose to keep his personal life relatively public by marrying his long-term girlfriend. However, their relationship ultimately ended after several years. In a candid conversation, Imran reflected on how their relationship began in their teenage years and how certain dynamics remained unchanged as they matured together. He noted that by the time they parted ways, he had become increasingly attentive to his own mental well-being.
In an interview with Filmfare, Imran revealed that he entered the relationship at just 19 years old, with optimistic intentions. He acknowledged that while such long-term relationships can be nurturing, they sometimes fail to evolve in a healthy manner over time. “I entered this relationship when I was very young, at 19, and with all good intentions. However, in many cases like this, especially when starting young, the patterns of interaction established in our teenage years tend not to evolve. In some ways, we did not encourage or allow each other to grow into the healthiest versions of ourselves,” he shared.
Imran also spoke about his relationship with his 10-year-old daughter, emphasizing the strong and nurturing bond they share. He expressed a desire for his daughter to feel safe and secure enough to communicate openly with him, free from the fear of being judged. “My daughter and I have created a remarkably close and open relationship, which I have always aimed to cultivate. I want her to know that I am there for her, that I will always support her, and that she can share her thoughts with me without hesitation,” he explained.
He described meaningful moments with his daughter, particularly during bedtime when they have quiet conversations about her emotions. “Those moments just before sleep feel intimate and safe; she opens up about her feelings, and I find it incredibly moving that she feels comfortable to share those sensitive aspects of herself with me. It’s a priceless experience,” he added.
Currently, Imran Khan is in a relationship with Lekha Washington. After eight years of marriage, Imran and Avantika decided to go their separate ways in 2019.
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