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Time of India
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai's Romit Raj recalls Shilpa Shinde had called off their marriage 6 months after; says 'We have never been friends after breaking up, we never met also'
garnered immense love in his recent stint with . In a recent with Siddharth Kannan where the actor got candid about his with . Romit recalled, 'Yes I dated Shilpa but that was 16 years ago. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now We met on the sets of Maayka. I had been in Mumbai for 10 years by that time and I had not been seeing anyone for that time Shilpa is a very nice person, she was very helpful and kind to the technicians around and was very nice to me. We dated each other for six months while working together and I just felt that we should get married and she felt the same way.' He further shared that Shilpa was the one who called off their marriage, 'I told my parents she was the one but after six months we realised that we weren't meant to be together and that it would not work out if we got married. And I think it was a good decision on her and my end. We are strong-headed personalities and we have a powerful point of view. She was the first person to call off the marriage. We have never been friends after breaking up, we never met also. ' Romit also quashed trolls who commented on their relationship when Shilpa was in , 'When Shilpa was in the Bigg Boss house people started writing to me like, 'You are very lucky that you didn't marry her.' They started saying rubbish things about her and I don't know why but I don't like anybody saying wrong things about her. You can't judge anyone by watching them for an hour on a show. She is a kind and intelligent person and after I supported her, she won the show three months later.' Romit also refuted allegations that their relationship was becoming 'ugly' and called their decision to split up 'sensible'. He denied allegations that his family had been demanding of Shilpa and her family. He elaborated: "My parents never interfere and they have never been demanding."
Indian Express
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Romit Raj says Shilpa Shinde called off their engagement after 6 months of dating, admits defending her during Bigg Boss: ‘We never met after that'
Television actors Romit Raj and Shilpa Shinde met on the sets of the TV show Maayka and, within six months of dating, decided to tie the knot. However, the couple soon realised that they weren't meant to be together and eventually called off the wedding. In a recent interaction, Romit shared the reason behind his broken engagement with Shilpa and how the two never met or remained friends afterward. Speaking to Siddhant Kannan about his past relationship, he said, 'Yes I dated Shilpa but that was 16 years ago. We met on the sets of Maayka. I had been in Mumbai for 10 years by that time and I had not been seeing anyone for that time and Shilpa is a very nice person, she was very helpful and kind to the technicians around and was very nice to me. We dated each other for six months while working together and I just felt that we should get married and she felt the same way.' Revealing the reason behind them parting ways, he said, 'I told my parents she is the one but after six months we realised that we aren't meant to be together and that it will not work out if we get married. And I think it was good decision on her and my end. We are strong headed personalities and we have a very strong point of view. She was the first person to call off the marriage.' He added, 'We have never been friends after breaking up, we never met also.' However, Romit was quick to come to Shilpa's defense when trolls targeted her during her stint on Bigg Boss 11. Explaining the same, he said, 'When Shilpa was in the Bigg Boss house people started writing to me like, 'You are very lucky that you didn't marry her.' They started saying rubbishing things about her and I don't know why but I don't like anybody saying wrongs things about her. You can't judge anyone by watching them for an hour on a show. She is a kind and intelligent person and after I supported her, she won the show three months later.' Romit also dismissed rumours of their relationship turning 'ugly' and called their decision to part ways 'sensible'. He refuted claims that his family had been demanding towards Shilpa and her family. He said, 'My parents never interfere and they have never been demanding.' After parting ways with Shilpa, Romit moved on and married Tina Kakkar. The couple later became parents to a daughter.
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Exclusive - Yeh Rishta fame Romiit Raaj on his passion for acting and career challenges; says 'Facing the camera was the best decision of my life'
Known to millions as Rohit Poddar from Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai , Romiit Raaj has long been a familiar face on Indian television . But behind the charming on-screen persona lies a journey marked by relentless dedication, long hours, and a burning passion for acting. Reflecting on one of the most challenging phases of his career, Romiit shares, 'The biggest challenge I faced in my career was doing two shows at the same time for three years as the lead. I played a negative role in 'Betiyan' and a positive one in 'Maayka', both on Zee TV and both produced by Creative Eye.' Managing back-to-back shoots for 16 to 18 hours a day, Romiit had to constantly switch emotional gears. 'It was creatively exhausting but also deeply fulfilling,' he says. Operation Sindoor 'Op Sindoor's precision & execution was unimaginable': Rajnath Singh Operation Sindoor: India repels drone, missile attack across LoC Operation Sindoor: Several airports in India closed - check full list 'To play two contrasting characters every day required mental discipline, sharp focus, and genuine love for the craft.' Romiit's commitment to acting is unwavering. 'I love acting and I am very passionate about it. I don't think of giving up at all,' he states emphatically. 'Facing the camera was the best decision of my life.' When not working on a project, Romiit keeps himself prepared. 'I work on myself when I have no work. I do acting workshops , meditate, chant regularly, and of course, work out in the gym. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like [Click Here] - 2025 Top Trending Search - Local network access Esseps Learn More Undo This way, you remain consistent,' he explains. So, what keeps him going through the highs and lows of the industry? 'The fire in the belly keeps me motivated. There's a lot to achieve and a lot to entertain. When roles don't come my way, I don't give up—I work harder for the next audition.' His spiritual approach to life is grounded in faith and destiny. 'I believe in 'Mann ka ho toh achha, nahi ho toh aur bhi achha.' Whatever role I'm destined to play, that's the role I'll always get—no matter what.' Romiit Raaj's story is one of resilience, optimism, and undying love for the art of acting. Ramadan 2025: Rohit Purohit on YRKKH's Iftar Party & His Bond with Samridhii Shukla & Romit Raj
India Today
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Actor Aarti Singh renews wedding vows, husband Dipak Chauhan touches her feet
Actor Arti Singh and her businessman husband Dipak Chauhan marked their first wedding anniversary with a spiritual celebration. The couple, who initially got married at Mumbai's Iskcon temple in 2024, renewed their vows by performing 'pheras' once again at the Triyuginarayan temple in actor shared a video from the ceremony on Instagram and mentioned that it was her husband's dream to get married at the temple is believed to be the sacred site where Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati got married with an eternal flame that still burns to this day. The actor mentioned that the couple had initially dreamed of getting married at this location, but it wasn't feasible at the time. "Triyuginarayan temple .. Uttarakhand Jahan Shiv ji aur Parvati maa ki shadi hui thi. And till today that eternal fire is burning. It was Dipak's dream to get married there and take Lord Shiva and Parvati maa's on our first anniversary, we remarried, and renewed our vows wearing the same clothes which we wore on our first pheras. It was divine. May Mata Parvati and Lord Shiva bless us and protect us from every evil eye. First anniversary is always remembered and we will never forget this feeling (sic),' Singh a look at the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Arti singh chauhan (@artisingh5)The video showed the couple performing rituals together. At one point of time, after the duo exchanged garlands, Dipak touched the actor's feet, leaving fans showering their love on the beautiful couple in the comments Singh is actor Krushna Abhishek's sister. She is known for shows like 'Maayka', 'Parichay', 'Uttaran', 'Waaris', 'Sasural Simar Ka' and 'Shravani'. She was also a part of 'Bigg Boss 13'.
