Anju Mahendru

Veteran actor Mumtaz has expressed deep emotion over the fate of Rajesh Khanna’s iconic bungalow, Aashirwad, calling it a “monument” and admitting that its loss still affects her. In a recent chat, Mumtaz spoke about her close bond with Khanna, his then-partner Anju Mahendru, her frequent visits to the bungalow, and the memories attached to it. Alongside personal memories, Mumtaz also opened up about working with Rajesh Khanna on set, including his well-known habit of arriving late.

Rajesh Khanna, a legendary Hindi cinema superstar, had intriguing romantic relationships with leading ladies like Dimple Kapadia and Anju Mahendru.

Anju Mahendru to enter Zee TV's Do Dil Bandhe Ek Dori Se.

Actress Anju Mahendru is the latest actor to join the cast of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's much-talked about web series Heeramandi.

Rajesh Khanna, an iconic Bollywood actor, was in a seven-year relationship with actress Anju Mahendru before marrying Dimple Kapadia. Their breakup stemmed from compatibility issues and rumors of Anju's affair with cricketer Gary Sobers. Khanna and Dimple later married and have two daughters, Twinkle and Rinke Khanna.

India’s first superstar, Rajesh Khanna, and actress Anju Mahendru shared one of the most talked-about relationships in Bollywood history. In a 1987 magazine article featuring Rajesh Khanna alongside Dimple Kapadia, Anju Mahendru, and Tina Munim, Anju opened up about the complexities of her relationship with the superstar. She described Rajesh as an orthodox man who paradoxically fell for ultra-modern women.

Anju Mahendru ceklebrated her birthday with her friends and family.

Anju Mahendru ceklebrated her birthday with her friends and family.

Veteran journalist Hanif Zaveri revealed Sanjeev Kumar had warned Anju Mahendru about Rajesh Khanna's suspicious nature, predicting an unhappy marriage. This warning, coupled with Khanna's jealousy over Mahendru's alleged dating of Kumar, fueled their animosity. Industry insiders also cautioned director J Om Prakash against casting them together in 'Aap Ki Kasam'.

Veteran journalist Shobhaa De revealed that they broke the story of Rajesh Khanna's secret marriage to Anju Mahendru, it was kind of a trigger for him to marry Dimple Kapadia. She further revealed that even all the Khans put together can match up the kind of passion and hysteria that Rajesh Khanna in his prime generated.

Much has been said and written about Rajesh Khanna's illustrious life and a career spanning over five decades.

Rajesh Khanna's love life, a Bollywood saga, was marked by his relationship with Anju Mahendru. Their bond frayed due to his possessiveness and her career focus, especially after her link to Gary Sobers. Post-breakup, Khanna married Dimple Kapadia, creating tension with Anju. A birthday party incident highlighted the strained dynamics, with Dimple's sharp remarks adding to the awkwardness.

Actress Anju Mahendroo, who was on a break for the last eight months, will return to TV with 'Ye Hai Mohabbatein'.

Anju Mahendru, who was last seen in Ek Hazaron Mein Meri Behna Hai on the silver screen, is making a comeback on television with Kuch Toh Log Kahenge.

Veteran actress Mumtaz reminisced about her early film career, noting that while some seniors like Waheeda Rehman were welcoming, others remained distant. She also highlighted her enduring friendships with Anju Mahendru and Poonam Sinha. Mumtaz recently stated she's open to a comeback but only for roles that suit her current persona, ruling out playing mothers or elderly characters.

Rajesh Khanna, Bollywood's legendary actor, shared insights into his marriage with Dimple Kapadia. Their union, marked by a significant age gap, faced challenges amidst Rajesh's career decline. Rajesh revealed seeking solace in Dimple after ending a previous relationship. He also disclosed imposing a condition on Dimple to quit acting post her debut in 'Bobby.' Despite initial harmony, their marriage encountered unexpected rifts, with Dimple expressing discontent.

Rajesh Khanna's complex love life, marked by his relationship with Anju Mahendru, was full of contradictions. Anju's honest criticism clashed with Khanna's need for approval, leading to their split. He then married Dimple Kapadia, their marriage eventually dissolved, Dimple remained a constant support, especially during his final years, showcasing the enduring bond they shared.

The foodies in the city had reason to cheer as Nisheeth Sharan hosted a food tasting party at Grillopolis recently.

Usually seen playing suave and polished characters on screen, veteran actress Anju Mahendru has now decided to dive into some real cool action. The actress, who will join the cast of 'Mariam Khan – Reporting Live' post the eight-year leap, will play a cool, bindaas granny in the show.

Rajesh Khanna's intricate relationships with Anju Mahendru, Dimple Kapadia, and Tina Munim intrigued the public for years. A 1987 Screen magazine article explored these dynamics through candid interviews and Khanna's reflections. Despite his fame, Khanna's interactions were marked by contradictions and emotional complexity, reflecting his complex persona.

Mumtaz talks about Rajesh Khanna's downfall and says that there were producers and directors who did his 'chamchagiri' which led to his downfall. There would be parties at his house and his girlfriend Anju Mahendru would play host till 3 am!

Rajesh Khanna, India's inaugural superstar, dominated Hindi cinema and the Indian film industry from 1969 to 1974, enjoying unparalleled fame. His enduring popularity keeps his life and career topics of discussion, with some stories being less pleasant, such as his rivalry with actor Sanjeev Kumar, culminating in Rajesh Khanna slapping him. The feud stemmed from a misunderstanding with his ex-girlfriend Anju Manhendru, exacerbated by tabloid speculation about her alleged affair with Sanjeev Kumar. This caused turmoil, especially as Anju's mother considered Sanjeev Kumar a brother. Years later, in a film co-starring Sanjeev Kumar, a scene required Rajesh Khanna to slap him. Holding onto his grudge, Rajesh Khanna chose to deliver a real slap rather than a fake one. Anju Mahendru and Rajesh Khanna reconciled in 1988 and remained friends until his passing. Rajesh Khanna married actress Dimple Kapadia in March 1973, just before her debut film 'Bobby.' Despite their 1982 separation, they never finalized their divorce, sharing two daughters: Twinkle and Rinke.

Piyush Sahdev sure was super excited as his friends from the telly world poured in to celebrate his birthday.

Mohini Chabria with Anu and Shashi Ranjan hosted a party at the former’s speciality restaurant Mangiamo, for Ramesh Sippy on his birthday and also for him being appointed the Chairman of NFDC.

Anju Mahendru, the woman who Rajesh Khanna abandoned for the beautiful Dimple Kapadia, was by his side when he passed away on Thursday.

Rajesh Khanna and Anju Mahendru were in a relationship before he married Dimple Kapadia. As per reports, Anju was also besides him when the superstar breathed his last! In an interview, she had said that Khanna was quite orthodox but fell in love with ultra-modern women!

Talented Marathi actor, Kishori Shahane, will be seen playing actor Aditya Pancholi's mother in the upcoming Bollywood movie 'Lakhon Hain Yahan Dilwale' ('LHYD')

Rajesh Khanna achieved unparalleled stardom. His relationship with Anju Mahendru ended amidst rumors. Khanna reportedly slapped Sanjeev Kumar during a film shoot due to lingering resentment. Anju's mother considered Sanjeev as her own brother. Khanna later married Dimple Kapadia. They had two daughters, Twinkle and Rinke. Although separated, they never divorced.

Anju Mahendru reveals that Smriti Biswas' family do not have money for her funeral even, recalls how correctly handling the properties and finances is very important! The actress revealed the last time she spoke to her!