Bhagyashree, who debuted with Salman Khan in Maine Pyar Kiya (1989), shared that she and Salman developed a strong friendship during the shoot. Initially, she thought Salman was flirting with her, but later realized he was teasing her about her relationship with Himalaya Dasani, whom she married soon after.In an interview on Kovid Gupta Films’ YouTube channel, Bhagyashree recalled a moment from the shoot of “Dil Deewana” when Salman sat beside her and began singing the song in her ear.She remembered feeling confused, as Salman had always been a gentleman on set, and at that moment, it felt like he was crossing a line, making her wonder why he was acting this way.Bhagyashree shared that Salman would follow her around singing the same song, leaving her puzzled about the change in his behavior. Eventually, Salman pulled her aside and revealed that he knew about her relationship with Himalaya. When Bhagyashree asked how he knew, Salman mentioned Himalaya’s name, leaving her in shock.The actress revealed that after this moment, a special bond developed between her and Salman Khan. When her family refused to attend her wedding, Salman and director Sooraj Barjatya stood by her side. She shared that Salman became a close friend who knew all her secrets and supported her during her marriage to Himalaya.Bhagyashree and Himalaya got married in 1990. They are parents to son Abhimanyu and daughter Avantika, who are both actors.
Bhagyashree recalls thinking Salman Khan was flirting with her during ‘Maine Pyaar Kiya’: ‘He sat next to me, started singing in my ear’ |
