Sangeeta Bijlani, known as 'Bijli' in the glamorous world of Bollywood and modeling, still shines as brightly today as she did in her time. Sangeeta celebrates her birthday on July 9th.
Sangeeta Bijlani Birthday Special: The world of Bollywood is filled with stories that sparkle on screen, but behind the scenes, the cries of broken hearts often remain hidden. One such story is that of Sangeeta Bijlani. Born on July 9, 1960, Sangeeta was not just an actress or model; she was a fashion icon of her time who stepped onto the ramp at the age of 16 and brought the Miss India Universe crown to India in 1980. However, with the same confidence with which she climbed the ladder of fame, she also experienced deep wounds in love and marriage.
When the wedding with Salman Khan was called off
Sangeeta's most talked-about relationship was with Bollywood's 'Dabangg' hero, Salman Khan. Their relationship lasted for more than seven years in the late 1980s. Not only that, but the wedding cards had even been printed, but the relationship broke off at the last moment. During a show, Sangeeta herself admitted that she was betrayed, and the wedding was called off. She also said that in her early career, her ex-partner prevented her from wearing short clothes and put various kinds of pressure on her.
Interestingly, their friendship remained intact even after the breakup. They were recently seen together at an event, which makes it clear that time has definitely healed the wounds, but the scars still remain.
Marriage with cricketer Mohammad Azharuddin, but that also broke
After separating from Salman, Sangeeta married former Indian cricket team captain Mohammad Azharuddin in 1996. At that time, Azharuddin was already married and had two children. This relationship brought a new turn for Sangeeta — she completely distanced herself from acting after the marriage. But this marriage also didn't last long. They divorced in 2010, after 14 years.
After the divorce, Sangeeta never remarried. In her blog, 'Married But Not in The Marriage', she wrote that trying to be the 'perfect wife' in a marriage is pointless when the other person has already decided to betray you.
Less time in films, but a memorable impact
Sangeeta's film career was not very long. She debuted with the film 'Qatil' in 1988. After that, she appeared in hit films like 'Tridev' in 1989 and 'Jurrm' in 1990. Her presence in action films and her bold style gave her a unique identity. She also worked on the small screen in TV shows like 'Chandni'.
After the divorce, Sangeeta never gave love a place in her life again. She chose self-reliance and is now living a healthy, spiritual, and independent life. She is very active on social media regarding fitness and lifestyle and has become an inspiration to many women.
