Riya Sen’s 5 most talked about love affairs before getting married

Riya Sen comes from a lineage of beauty and talent. With a superstar mother, Moon Moon Sen, and a legendary actress grandmother, Suchitra Sen, Riya had a wealth of acting guidance close at hand. Her debut film, Style, propelled her into the limelight, earning her the reputation of being the next big thing and a force to be reckoned with. Unfortunately, fate had other plans for Riya. Despite her initial success, she struggled to find substantial roles and faced controversies and love affairs that overshadowed her acting skills. As a result, she was often labeled as merely a pretty face. Amidst these challenges, Riya had several high-profile love affairs that grabbed all the attention. Let's take a quick look.

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John Abraham was one of Riya's early love interests. Before John met Bipasha Basu and entered into a long relationship with her, he crossed paths with Riya. They grew close quickly, and there were even rumors of marriage. However, Riya's rising acting career stopped her from getting into wedlock and John's aspirations as a top model also led them to drift apart.

During the filming of Silsiilay, Riya developed a fondness for her co-star Ashmit Patel, which extended beyond the screen. They became a couple and were seen together at various parties and events. However, a controversy erupted when an intimate video allegedly featuring Ashmit and Riya leaked in 2005. While Ashmit claimed it was real, Riya denied being in the video. The incident strained their relationship, and they eventually broke up amid criticism.

In 2008, Riya's path crossed with renowned author, Booker prize winner Salman Rushdie, a few years after the whole controversy with Ashmit. They reportedly met at a club, and Rushdie invited her to New York. The couple's split remains a mystery, but factors such as the significant age difference and the challenges of a long-distance relationship were often cited.

Next, Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh caught Riya's attention after his alleged breakup with Deepika Padukone. They met at a party and hit it off instantly. However, their differing temperaments led to their parting ways before their relationship could progress further.

Following Yuvraj's departure, cricketer Sreesanth entered Riya's heart. They met at a social gathering and became inseparable, with Riya frequently spotted in the VIP box during Sreesanth's matches in 2011. Their relationship lasted about a year before controversies surrounding Sreesanth led to Riya distancing herself from the Indian cricketer.

Finally, Riya found her long-time partner in Shivam Tewari, whom she married in a lavish ceremony in Pune in 2017. Reflecting on their relationship, Riya emphasized that marriage required love, respect, honesty, understanding, and trust. She believed that infidelity was a choice, and true loyalty came from the heart. Despite the ups and downs in her personal life, Riya Sen remains a talented and captivating presence on social media, showcasing her and enduring spirit.