Opposites attract!

In a glamorous industry like ours, we’ve often seen two actors come together in a relationship off screen, which translates into a successful marriage. But there are some actors who have found love outside the industry and despite numerous link ups and alleged affairs with other actresses, they married women who aren’t actors. And what’s more, these couples have stood the test of time and are landmark love stories even today. Whether childhood sweethearts, high school romances or an arranged set-up, we list down actors who have married women outside Bollywood…

 

Shah Rukh Khan

Married to: Gauri Khan

 
The King of Bollywood, Shah Rukh Khan, has a cute love story. From being high-school sweethearts to creating an empire of their own together, the couple has come a long way. With three beautiful kids - Aryan, Suhana and AbRam, they have definitely set the gold standard for us all!

Imran Khan

Married to: Avantika Malik

 
Imran Khan and Avantika share a teenage love story too! Unlike most people who wait it out before plunging into a committed relationship, Imran and Avantika did not care for such norms and got married four years back after dating for ten years. They are now proud parents of a beautiful daughter, Imara.

 

Shahid Kapoor

Married to: Mira Rajput

 
This dishy actor recently broke many hearts when he tied the knot with Delhi girl, Mira Rajput. With the parents playing a strong role in arranging this marriage, it’s a plot straight out of a movie. Complete with an intimate ceremony and a star-studded reception, their story is nothing short of a fairy-tale.

John Abraham

Married to: Priya Runchal

 
After a long romantic relationship with actress Bipasha Basu for nine years, John finally married and settled down with Priya, an investment banker. Apparently, the two were workout buddies who hit it off at the gym. With a small marriage ceremony sealing the deal, they announced their wedding on Twitter last year.

Raj Kapoor

Married to: Krishna Raj Kapoor

 
The Showman and his wife, Krishna, lived through a controversial marriage. He was often linked to his actresses and everyone knew about his roaring affair with Nargis. In spite of his womanizing habits, Krishna Raj Kapoor stood by him like a boulder, held the Kapoor khandaan together and nurtured it to the way it is now.

Anil Kapoor

Married to: Sunita Kapoor

 
Anil Kapoor was a struggling actor when he fell in love with Sunita Kapoor, who was a successful model back then. The little money in his pocket never faltered their relationship and after becoming an overnight sensation, Anil Kapoor decided to get married to her after a five-year relationship. With three children – Sonam, Rhea and Harshvardhan, they have an inspirational love story.

 

Vivek Oberoi

Married to: Priyanka Alva

 
After an unceremonious break-up with his then girlfriend, Aishwarya Rai, Vivek Oberoi decided to get married to his childhood friend, Priyanka Alva. The families were friends and that’s how Vivek and Priyanka’s marriage was arranged. They are now proud parents of two kids: Vivaan Veer and Ameyaa Nirvana.

Ayushmann Khurrana

Married to: Tahira Kashyap

 
Ayushmann and Tahira both hail from Chandigarh and theirs was a normal love story like everyone else’s. From going to the same tuition classes to crushing on each other, after which they dated and even lived in together before finally getting married - their relationship has stood the test of time and the glare of the limelight. Tahira is a college professor and these two are proud parents to their two children - Virajveer and Varushka.

Emraan Hashmi

Married to: Parveen Shahani

 
Often touted as the serial-kisser of Bollywood, the Emraan off-screen is a very faithful husband to his wife, Parveen. They were in a relationship for about six and a half years before they tied the knot. Emraan and Parveen have a five-year-old son, Ayaan.