Veteran actress Hema Malini, fondly known as Bollywood\u2019s \u201cDream Girl,\u201d was one of the most celebrated stars of her era. While her love story with Dharmendra is well known, few are aware that he wasn\u2019t her mother\u2019s first choice for a life partner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A Bollywood Love Saga
Bollywood has long been associated with both reel and real-life love stories that have captured the public’s imagination. From the golden era of the ’60s and ’70s to modern times, romantic tales have always been at the heart of the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hema Malini & Dharmendra
Hema Malini and Dharmendra remain one of Bollywood\u2019s most iconic couples. However, before Dharmendra entered the picture, her family had other ideas for her future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Jeetendra & Sanjeev Kumar
Hema was briefly linked with Jeetendra\u2014who even came close to marrying her\u2014and shared a serious relationship with Sanjeev Kumar. But despite these well-known romances, an old report reveals that Hema’s mother had someone else in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Girish Karnad \u2013 The Forgotten Suitor
According to the 250th issue of Mayapuri magazine, Hema Malini\u2019s mother, Jaya Chakraborty, admired none other than Girish Karnad\u2014the renowned actor, playwright, director, and Kannada writer. She appreciated his intellect, behavior, and refined personality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2018Ratnadeep\u2019 \u2013 A Turning Point
Reports suggest that Jaya Chakraborty even produced a film titled Ratnadeep featuring Hema Malini and Girish Karnad, hoping the two would form a bond. It\u2019s said the project brought them close, and feelings did begin to blossom. However, the relationship didn\u2019t progress, and the two eventually went their separate ways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Sanjeev Kumar Chapter
Hema\u2019s relationship with Sanjeev Kumar was also the talk of the town. The two were serious enough to involve their families in discussions about marriage. However, things fell apart when Sanjeev reportedly asked Hema to quit acting\u2014something she wasn’t ready to do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Hema Malini\u2019s Journey
Born into a Tamil Iyengar Brahmin family, Hema Malini was trained in classical dance from a young age. She made her acting debut in the Tamil film Idhu Sathiyam (1963) and later gained nationwide fame with Sapno Ka Saudagar in 1968.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ultimately, she followed her heart and married Dharmendra, with whom she shares two daughters. But the lesser-known tale of Girish Karnad remains a fascinating \u201cwhat if\u201d from the actress\u2019s eventful life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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While her love story with Dharmendra is well known, few are aware that he wasn\u2019t her mother\u2019s first choice for a life partner. 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