Raj Babbar and Smita Patil: A Controversial Love Story

Actor Raj Babbar was already a married man and a father of two when he began a relationship with the renowned actress Smita Patil. Their romance, followed by marriage, stirred significant controversy in the 1980s.

For Raj’s children, particularly his daughter Juhi Babbar, this news was something she grasped at a very young age. Years later, Juhi reflected on that period of her life, recalling how she discovered her father’s new relationship when she was just seven years old.

‘Smita ji went out of her way for us’

In a previous conversation with Lehren Retro, Juhi revealed that her father took the time to explain his marriage to Smita Patil when she was still a child. This conversation shaped her perception of Smita, creating a unique set of memories distinct from what others might have experienced.

“My father talked and explained his marriage with Smita Patil to me when I was barely seven years old, and that’s why my memories of Smita ji are very different. She went out of her way to do things for me. I think she also had this understanding that we are the kids of the person who is most special to her, and so we are special to her as well. She would show us a lot of love, always bringing us gifts when she traveled, and she would ensure that at home, we were served the food that we liked. These small memories are nice, but unfortunately, there aren’t many memories,” she shared.

Torn Feelings

While Smita was consistently kind to Juhi and her brother Arya, Juhi was acutely aware of how this new marriage altered the dynamics of her family. She sensed that things had changed, particularly for her mother, Nadira Babbar. Juhi expressed, “As a child, I knew this is the lady my father wants to be with, and he wants to make her his wife. I could see Smita making an effort towards me and my little brother, but I also knew that this was disturbing the unit that used to be, and that my mother was unhappy about it. I had that understanding—that aunty (Smita) was being so good to me, but when I go home, I shouldn’t share this with my mother.”

Raj and Smita’s Love Story

Raj Babbar and Smita Patil reportedly first crossed paths on the set of their 1982 film ‘Bheegi Palkein’. What began as an on-screen partnership blossomed into a real-life romance. In 1983, Raj left Nadira and married Smita.

In November 1986, the couple welcomed their son, actor Prateik Babbar. Tragically, just days after giving birth, Smita Patil passed away due to complications, leaving behind a legacy at the young age of 31. Eventually, Raj reunited with his first wife, Nadira, and they worked together to rebuild their family life.

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Raj Babbar, Smita Patil, Juhi Babbar, Arya Babbar, Nadira Babbar, Prateik Babbar

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Bheegi Palkein

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