Karisma Had A Turbulent Life, Says Suneel Darshan: ‘She And Abhishek Bachchan Had Chemistry But…'
Producer-director Suneel Darshan, who has worked with both Karisma Kapoor and Abhishek Bachchan in the 2002 film Haan Maine Bhi Pyaar Kiya, has reflected on the former couple's high-profile engagement and sudden breakup. The filmmaker called Karisma's life 'turbulent" but praised the strength of the Kapoor sisters and their mother Babita for enduring personal and professional challenges.
'Destiny Played With the Kapoor Girls'
In a conversation with journalist Vickey Lalwani, Suneel Darshan described Karisma's journey as emotionally intense. 'Destiny has played a lot of turbulence in the life of the Kapoor girls," he said. 'They are fortunate to have the mother they do, who has always tried to protect them, even if it meant making mistakes in the process. Babita ji is not God. She's a human being and can make errors."
He acknowledged the love and support the sisters received growing up. 'These girls were brought up with a lot of care and love. They were supported in their careers," he added, choosing not to go deeper into family matters.
'Karisma and Abhishek Had Chemistry'
When asked about claims that Karisma and Abhishek lacked chemistry, Darshan disagreed strongly. 'Chemistry was there, you have to watch Haan Maine Bhi Pyaar Kiya. Their chemistry in the film reflected their real-life bond," he said.
He said that the breakup wasn't due to a lack of connection but rather external pressures. 'Sometimes the issues from outside their inner space created the problems and disturbed the whole thing," he added. 'I thought everything was good until that point. I still feel both Karisma and Kareena, I will stand by them anytime."
Karisma and Abhishek's Brief Engagement
In October 2002, Jaya Bachchan publicly announced Karisma and Abhishek's engagement at Amitabh Bachchan's 60th birthday bash. However, by January 2003, the engagement was called off without much explanation, leading to widespread speculation in the media.
Life After the Breakup
Abhishek Bachchan went on to marry Aishwarya Rai in 2007. The couple shares a daughter, Aaradhya. Karisma Kapoor, on the other hand, married businessman Sunjay Kapur in 2003 and later separated. She is now a single mother of two and continues to enjoy success as a performer and public figure.
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