Deepika Padukones ex on saying he ended relationship, has no regrets: Said with respect

New DelhiJul 24, 2026 02:59 PM IST Sharmila Tagore has often spoken candidly about her marriage to the late Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi, fondly known as Tiger Pataudi. In a recent conversation with Barkha Dutt, the veteran actor reflected on the early years of their relationship, revealing that they chose to live together before marriage because it simply made practical sense. “We lived together before getting married because it was more convenient. Tiger would often go to the Cricket Club of India to shower because I was a terrible housekeeper. Nothing worked properly at home,” she said with a laugh. Looking back, she admitted, “I was a terrible housekeeper. I’ve learnt over the years. Now I’m very house-proud.” DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to.The couple, who married in 1968 after several years of dating despite facing opposition and even death threats over their interfaith marriage, shared a relationship that lasted 43 years. Reflecting on what made their marriage endure in an earlier conversation with Tweak India, Sharmila said some of her greatest lessons came simply by observing her husband. “I was quite temperamental in those days, but I learnt a lot from Tiger. He was an extremely kind person. He would always say, ‘With dogs, with staff and with children, you must never raise your voice.'” She added, “He never really scolded me or put me down. Just by being there, he taught me patience and understanding.” One piece of advice, in particular, stayed with her throughout their marriage: “Words can be very vicious. Once spoken, you can’t take them back. You can be angry, you can disagree, but you shouldn’t say things that hurt each other because those words stay forever.” She has also previously shared that she knew he was the person she wanted to marry because of his sense of humour and because she instinctively felt “this man won’t hurt me on purpose.” While every relationship is different, Sharmila’s reflections touch on themes many couples can relate to — learning from one another. Accepting imperfections in long-term relationships Dr Sakshi Mandhyan, psychologist and founder at Mandhyan Care, tells indianexpress.com, “Acceptance is one of the least understood aspects of long-term relationships. It does not mean agreeing with everything or tolerating unhealthy behaviour. It means recognising that every individual comes with strengths, limitations, habits, and emotional histories.” In my work with couples, she says that she has found that people are far more willing to grow when they feel accepted rather than constantly corrected. “Many relationships become strained because partners spend years trying to reshape each other into an ideal version. Psychologically, acceptance creates emotional safety. Emotional safety allows people to be authentic, vulnerable, and also open to change.” Patience is equally important because growth does not usually happen at the same pace for both partners.Story continues below this ad Mutual respect helps couples hold differences without contempt or power struggles. “Most long-lasting couples I have worked with are not free of differences. What stands out is that they have learnt how to live with these variations without losing respect for each other,” notes Dr Mandhyan. Is this healthy conflict or hurtful communication? Click each situation to see which approach helps protect trust during disagreements. Reacting immediately when emotions are high ❌ Strong emotions often make people say things they later regret. Taking a short pause before continuing the conversation can prevent lasting emotional damage. Talking about your own feelings instead of making accusations ✅ Saying ‘I felt hurt when…’ is usually more constructive than ‘You always…’ because it focuses on your experience rather than attacking your partner.Story continues below this ad Using a partner’s insecurities during an argument ❌ Comments that targ

New DelhiJul 13, 2026 09:26 AM IST Before being happy married to Dhurandhar star Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone was once dating actor-model Muzammil Ibrahim. In an earlier interview, he had talked about his breakup with Deepika. Videos of his statements have been resurfacing on social media lately. In the clips, Muzammil can be heard saying he has ‘no regrets’ about their breakup and revealing that he was the one to end the relationship. In his latest post, he addressed the criticism over his interview in a statement. Taking to his Instagram handle, Muzammil shared a note, sharing that the interview that was now circulating was actually a year old. “The interview being discussed and wrongly headlined as “fresh claims” was recorded over a year ago. What is currently being circulated are a few moments from a much longer conversation. The hesitation, the context, and the respect with which certain topics were discussed are often lost in the editing process and when excerpts are viewed in isolation,” he wrote, clarifying that the statement was part of a larger conversation. Without taking Deepika Padukone’s name, Muzammil added that he has always spoken about his past with respect. “I have always tried to speak about people from my past with respect, and that remains unchanged. Like many others, I have spent years focused on building my work and my life, and that is where I hope the conversation remains. I stand by speaking honestly, and I stand by doing so respectfully. – Muzammil Ibrahim.” What Muzammil Ibrahim said During a conversation with Siddharth Kannan in June 2025, Muzammil Ibrahim spoke about his relationship with Deepika Padukone. In the now viral videos, he says, “She (proposed to me first). I left her. No, I never regret leaving anyone. Main sakth launda hoon bhai. (I am a tough guy, brother). I was a star at that time; she was not. She was a model. She is a superstar now; nobody knows me. I’m a big fan.” The actor-model also claimed that he was the first guy she met in Mumbai and that he was the first one to have a serious relationship with her. He shared that they stayed as good friends for a few years after they parted ways, but haven’t spoken since her wedding to Ranveer Singh. Muzammil also said that Deepika has a loving husband in Ranveer Singh, and they now have a child together, Dua, which she had always dreamed of. Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh tied the knot in November 2018. They welcomed their daughter Dua in 2024 and are now expecting their second child together.