Sangeeta Bijlani Reveals She Almost Married Salman Khan
Sangeeta Bijlani opens up about her past relationship with Salman Khan, confirming they almost got married. She shares how he imposed strict dress codes on her and reflects on how she’s changed since then. Sangeeta Bijlani recently opened up about her past relationship with Salman Khan during an appearance on Indian Idol. The actress, who dated Salman for nearly a decade after they first met during a TV commercial shoot in their early Bollywood days, revealed some personal insights into their relationship and how it shaped her life. The former couple had even planned to marry, with the wedding date finalized and invitations printed. However, the marriage was called off at the last moment. Over the years, Sangeeta has rarely spoken publicly about this chapter of her life. On the show, Sangeeta was asked what she would change about her past. Mimicking Salman, she shared, “My ex—no names, of course—had rules about what I could wear. He didn’t allow me to wear short dresses, deep necklines, or anything above a certain length. Initially, I followed those restrictions, but eventually, it became suffocating.” Dressed in a knee-length blue dress, Sangeeta added, “I was shy and reserved back then, but I’ve changed completely now. I’m no longer afraid—I’m unapologetically myself.” When contestant Manasi Ghosh asked if it was true that their wedding invitations had been printed, Sangeeta confirmed, “Yes, it’s true. But don’t ask me more.” With a mix of humor and candor, she added, “Bijli mat girao mujh par (Don’t strike me with lightning). My name is Bijli, after all!” As the conversation unfolded, Vishal Dadlani grew curious and asked for more details. However, host Aditya Narayan quickly shifted the topic, joking that the story could be continued later at Bhavana, the Mumbai residential complex where Sangeeta and Vishal both live. This rare confession shed light on a pivotal moment in Sangeeta’s life and her evolution into the confident person she is today.
written by : Jayant Sehgal