Gunjan Chaudhary
One of Bollywood’s most talked-about relationships was between Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai. Their romance began during the filming of Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam and lasted for about a year before they parted ways in 2002. Although for a short duration, their relationship left a deep impact on Aishwarya’s personal and professional life. In a recent interview, filmmaker Prahlad Kakkar shared insights into how the actress felt during that difficult phase, revealing that she experienced a sense of abandonment from the very industry she worked in.
Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai
Speaking on a YouTube channel, Prahlad Kakkar recalled how the breakup affected Aishwarya’s career. He revealed that he supported her throughout, reassuring her not to worry. However, Aishwarya confided that what truly hurt her was the reaction of the film industry. “She felt the industry had turned its back on her because of Salman,” Kakkar explained. “It wasn’t the breakup that broke her spirit; it was the betrayal by people she trusted professionally.”
Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai
According to Kakkar, Aishwarya was deeply disheartened by the bias she faced. “Everyone seemed to side with Salman, even when the truth was on her side,” he said. This perceived partiality shook her faith in Bollywood and left her feeling isolated during an already challenging time. The filmmaker further described the turbulent atmosphere surrounding their split. He recalled living in the same building and witnessing Salman creating disturbances, sometimes even banging his head against the wall in emotional outbursts.
Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai
Despite their relationship ending much earlier, the public confirmation of the breakup came only later, which brought a sense of relief to those around them, including Aishwarya’s family. Prahlad Kakkar’s revelations shed light on the emotional toll the incident took on Aishwarya Rai, highlighting not only the personal heartbreak but also the professional setbacks she faced when the industry failed to remain neutral.