When Rajesh Khanna spoke about REUNITING with estranged wife Dimple Kapadia: ‘Woh divorce nahi deti hai…’ | – The Times of India

Rajesh Khanna once expressed his undying love for his estranged wife Dimple Kapadia in an old interview. In a video doing rounds on social media, the late superstar is also seen reciting a heartfelt shayari.
“Barson pehle kehna tha, barson ke baad kaha. Na jaane kaise dil ko yaad raha, ki main tumse mohabbat karta hoon. Main tumse mohabbat karta hoon.”
His Thoughts on Reunion
When asked about the possibility of reuniting with Dimple Kapadia, Rajesh Khanna shared a thoughtful and philosophical perspective. He emphasized that despite living separately, they had never officially divorced. He acknowledged that marriage, with its deep emotional bonds and traditional values, might seem outdated to some in modern times. However, he suggested that while some openly discuss such matters and others remain silent, there are those who choose not to break the bond, respecting the significance of their shared past.

‘We Were Never Apart’
Rajesh Khanna questioned the idea of ‘reunion,’ implying they were never truly apart. While they lived separately, he pointed out that they had never divorced, leaving the decision entirely to Dimple Kapadia. He reflected on marriage as a sacred bond, acknowledging that in today’s world, some may see it as outdated, but for them, it remained unbroken.

Rajesh Khanna and Dimple Kapadia’s relationship has long intrigued fans. They married in March 1973 when Dimple was just 16, and Khanna was a reigning superstar. Their wedding seemed like a fairy tale, drawing immense media attention. However, like many celebrity marriages, theirs also faced challenges over time.
Dimple Kapadia on Why Their Marriage Didn’t Work
In a 1994 interview with Pritish Nandy, Dimple Kapadia reflected on her marriage and why it didn’t work. She admitted that she and Rajesh Khanna were very different people and that she was too young to understand his life as a superstar. She found it difficult to comprehend the world of fame and its impact.