Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone were once Bollywood’s most adored couple, with their romance beginning on the sets of Bachna Ae Haseeno in 2008. At the time, both were rising stars, and their on-screen chemistry seamlessly spilled into real life. From hand-in-hand appearances at parties to candid confessions of love, the duo didn’t shy away from the spotlight. Deepika even got an ‘RK’ tattoo inked on the back of her neck a bold symbol of her commitment to the relationship.
However, despite their fairytale beginnings, the romance couldn’t stand the test of time. Their breakup made headlines and left fans heartbroken. While the two never publicly aired dirty laundry, interviews over the years have shed light on the emotional toll of the separation.
Neetu Kapoor on the Breakup: “Maybe There Was Something Missing”
In a throwback interview on India’s Most Desirable, hosted by Simi Garewal, Ranbir Kapoor opened up about the breakup, alongside a candid pre-recorded message from his mother, Neetu Kapoor. She stated, “I don’t think he’s had many girlfriends. He’s had just one girlfriend and that’s Deepika… Maybe there was something missing in their relationship. Maybe he was not himself and he needed to break off.”
She added that while she never dictates her son’s choices, she doesn’t shy away from voicing her opinion: “If I felt that the girl is not nice, I would just say it in my own way. But it’s up to him.”
Moving On with Grace
Ranbir, reflecting on the breakup, shared, “It’s not a happy emotion. You do feel a sense of vacuum inside… But thankfully, I still speak to them and they are still my friends.” This mature approach to love and heartbreak has been evident in the way both stars have conducted themselves since.
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Despite the end of their relationship, Ranbir and Deepika have remained cordial and even collaborated on successful films like Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani and Tamasha, both of which were praised for their chemistry.
New Chapters and Happier Endings
Today, both actors have happily moved on in their personal lives. Ranbir Kapoor is married to Alia Bhatt, with whom he shares a daughter, Raha. Deepika Padukone found love in Ranveer Singh, and they too welcomed their first child recently.
What once was young love has gracefully transformed into mutual respect, proving that some relationships evolve, even if they don’t last forever.
