XtraTime Web Desk: Bollywood stars dating cricketers is nothing new and it made up for some masala news. The glamour queens and cricketers seldom meet each other at social gatherings, functions, ad shoots, and other events. There have been numerous affairs between Bollywood actresses and top international cricketers in the past. While most couples entered into wedlock after romantic courtship, some of them ended after a while. In this post, we have compiled a list of five most popular affairs of Bollywood actresses with International cricketers.
Imran Khan – Zeenat Aman
Former Pakistan captain Imran Khan was once rumoured to be romantically linked to Bollywood diva Zeenat Aman in the 1970s. Imran was known for his handsome looks, playboy-like image and flirtatious persona while Zeenat Aman was the most sought after Bollywood actress in those days. Both Imran and Zeenat met with each other for the first time during Pakistan’s tour to India in 1970 at a party in Mumbai.
Their love affair grabbed the national headlines. Speculations continued as there were reports of Imran and Zeenat tying the knot.
Sir Vivian Richards – Neena Gupta
West Indian cricket legend Sir Viv Richards and Bollywood actress Neena Gupta shared an unconventional relationship. The relationship was a top secret affair as Vivian was already married to another woman at that time. This gave rise to a number of gossips and it was not taken in a good way by the Indian media. Even though Neena and Vivian never tied the knot, the relationship was very steady. Both Viv and Neena were blessed with a girl child Masaba Gupta, who is now a successful fashion designer.
Sir Gary Sobers – Anju Mahendru
Another West Indian cricketer Sir Gary Sobers got hooked towards a noted Bollywood actress Anju Mahendru. Both Sir Gary and Anju dated for a long time and were even married for a brief period. The Barbadian fell in love with Anju when he came to India in 1967 as captain of the West Indies team. Mahendru was just 17 at the time and according to the reports in the newspapers during that period, Mahendru had even called-off her engagement with superstar Rajesh Khanna. Unfortunately, long-distance and career issues led to the couple calling off their relationship.
Mohsin Khan – Reena Roy
Mohsin Khan, the handsome Pakistani opener, fell in love with actress Reena Roy and married her. Mohsin himself went on to act in as many as 13 Bollywood films. Mohsin had a daughter from his marriage with Reena, but the relationship soon soured and ended in a divorce.
Usman Afzal – Amrita Arora
Bollywood actress Amrita Arora was once linked to having an affair with England based cricketer Usman Afzal. The duo met at a common friend’s party and hit it off instantly. Usman became a regular at various functions of the Khan-daan (her then brother-in-law Arbaaz Khan’s) and was by Amu’s side whenever she needed him. However, after being together for more than a year, the duo decided to go separate ways for reasons best known to them.