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In the glamourous world of Bollywood, star affairs are a frequent topic of gossip. Some openly confess their love, while others enjoy a silent romance. The romance between Nana Patekar and Manisha Koirala is a story that wasn't hidden from anyone. The '90s buzzed with tales of their love, yet their affair never attained the permanence of marriage. Let's explore the reasons why the love between Nana Patekar and Manisha Koirala couldn't reach its happy ending.
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The love story of Nana and Manisha began during the filming of 'Agnisakshi' in 1996. At that time, both were at the peak of their careers. Their bond grew during the shooting, as they got closer, turning their on-screen chemistry into real-life affection. It was also the period when Manisha had parted ways with Vivek Mushran and was healing from her heartbreak.
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Nana found himself increasingly attracted to Manisha, captivated by her beauty and personality. They started spending time together, visiting each other's homes while keeping their relationship private. Although Nana was still married during his courtship with Manisha, he was living separately from his wife.
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Nana Patekar had been married to Neelakanthi since 1978, and the couple had two sons, 'Durvasa' and 'Malhar'. Despite living separately, Nana once mentioned in an interview that they supported each other through tough times.
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After the success of 'Agnisakshi', Nana and Manisha collaborated again in 'Khamoshi'. Sources reported by Womansera suggest that Nana was quite possessive about Manisha, having strong opinions about her clothing and scenes on-screen. His hot-tempered nature led to frequent arguments with Manisha.
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Manisha began to realize that their relationship might not last, yet she continued to give love a chance. The relationship ultimately broke apart as Nana was hesitant to divorce his wife, creating turmoil for Manisha's future aspirations.
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Reports emerged that as complications in her relationship with Nana lingered, his name became linked with Ayesha Jhulka. It's said Manisha discovered them in an intimate moment, leading her to confront Ayesha and advise her to stay away from Nana.
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Subsequently, Manisha severed all ties with Nana. While she remained silent about their breakup publicly, Nana praised her in an interview, calling her a sensitive actress. Following their breakup, many came into Manisha's life, but none led to lasting relationships.
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In 2010, Manisha married Nepali businessman Samrat Dahal, but their marriage ended in divorce by 2012. Meanwhile, Nana Patekar's link with Ayesha Jhulka also came to an end.
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