Bollywood actress Rakhi Sawant is often called the ‘Queen of controversy’. She is known for her outspoken nature and controversial appearances. She gained fame through reality shows like “Bigg Boss” and “Rakhi Ka Swayamwar.” Sawant often makes headlines for her bold statements and colorful persona, maintaining a significant presence in Indian pop culture.
Recently, she was in news for her divorce with Adil Khan Durrani. Throughout her career, Rakhi Sawant has consistently attracted media attention due to her romantic relationships.
Here, in this article, we will discuss about the details of Rakhi Sawant’s controversial relationships, over the years. Give it a read:
Elesh Parujanwala:
In 2009, Rakhi embarked on a quest to find her life partner through the reality show “Rakhi Ka Swayamwar.” Ultimately, it was NRI businessman Elesh Parujanwala who captured her heart and won the show.
They got engaged during the final episode as Rakhi wasn’t prepared to marry at the time. Despite their engagement, they eventually parted ways. Rakhi later confessed that she had agreed to the engagement with Elesh primarily because of his financial status.
Abhishek Avasthi:
Rakhi and choreographer Abhishek Avasthi shared a significant relationship spanning over three years. Their bond was showcased on the dance reality show Nach Baliye, where they clinched the first runner-up position. However, their romance took a tumultuous turn on Valentine’s Day when Abhishek arrived at Rakhi’s doorstep with roses and a teddy bear, only to be met with rejection.
Their encounter escalated on camera, culminating in Rakhi slapping him. In subsequent years, Rakhi alleged that Abhishek had been unfaithful with a mutual friend, a claim that Abhishek vehemently denied.
Ritesh:
Rakhi’s marriage to Ritesh was a big mystery. Rakhi left everyone confused by sharing pictures of her wedding without the groom. For two years, nobody knew what he looked like, and some people thought Rakhi was lying. Eventually, she introduced Ritesh on the reality show Bigg Boss 15.
However, after the show, Rakhi found out that Ritesh was already married and had a child from his first marriage. They announced their separation, and Rakhi admitted they were not legally married.
Adil Khan Durrani:
After breaking up with Ritesh, Rakhi got together with Adil Khan Durrani. They showed a lot of affection in public and seemed happy. Then, Rakhi surprised everyone by announcing they got married and shared pictures. However, Adil took a while to acknowledge Rakhi as his wife.
Later, Rakhi accused him of cheating and filed a police report for hurting her at home. They got into a big fight with lots of accusations. Now, Adil is married to Somi Khan from Bigg Boss 12.