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The Most Shocking Bollywood Breakups & Divorces of 2025!
If 2025 was a year of grand weddings, it was also, unfortunately, a year of unexpected goodbyes. From power couples who seemed inseparable to marriages that spanned decades, this year saw some of the most heartbreaking splits in the entertainment and sports world. As the year ends, we take a look at the relationships that hit a dead end, leaving fans shocked and emotional.
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AR Rahman & Saira Banu The End of an Era Status
Separated In perhaps the most shocking news of the year, music maestro AR Rahman and his wife Saira Banu announced their separation after 29 years of marriage. The couple, who always maintained a dignified silence about their private life, released a statement citing 'significant emotional strain' that created an insurmountable gap. It was a heartbreaking reminder that even the longest partnerships can face silent battles.
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Esha Deol & Bharat Takhtani The Childhood Sweethearts Part Ways
Separated Early in 2025, Esha Deol and businessman Bharat Takhtani announced their separation after 12 years of marriage. The couple, who were childhood sweethearts and have two daughters, Radhya and Miraya, issued a joint statement requesting privacy. While rumors of infidelity floated around, the couple maintained that the decision was mutual and amicable for the sake of their children.
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Arjun Kapoor & Malaika Arora The Power Couple Calls it Quits
Broke Up After years of defying trolls and setting couple goals, Arjun Kapoor and Malaika Arora officially parted ways in 2025. The confirmation came when Arjun, at a public event, simply stated, 'Abhi main single hoon' (I am single now). While the duo remains cordial, their split marked the end of one of Bollywood's most talked-about modern relationships.
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Hardik Pandya & Natasa Stankovic The IPL Heartbreak
Divorced Following months of intense speculation during the IPL season, cricketer Hardik Pandya and actress Natasa Stankovic confirmed their separation in July. The couple, who married in 2020, released a joint statement saying they tried their best to make it work. Natasa has since returned to Serbia with their son Agastya for a while, marking a tough personal year for the all-rounder.
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Dalljiet Kaur & Nikhil Patel The Public Fallout
Separated/Legal Battle TV actress Dalljiet Kaur's second chance at love turned into a nightmare in 2025. Less than a year after moving to Kenya to marry Nikhil Patel, she returned to India, accusing him of infidelity and cruelty. What followed was a messy public spat on social media, with Nikhil denying the legal validity of their Indian wedding and Dalljiet fighting for justice.
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Tamannaah Bhatia & Vijay Varma The 'Lust Stories' Romance Ends
Reportedly Broke Up They were the 'IT' couple who found love on the sets of Lust Stories 2. However, reports in mid-2025 suggested that Tamannaah Bhatia and Vijay Varma decided to go their separate ways due to conflicting schedules and career priorities. While neither released an official statement, their absence from each other's social media feeds spoke volumes.
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Yuzvendra Chahal & Dhanashree Verma The Social Media Storm
Divorced After years of cryptic posts and dismissing rumors, cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal and choreographer Dhanashree Verma reportedly finalized their divorce in March 2025. The couple had been living separately for months. Their split was a shock to fans who loved their energetic dance reels and online banter.
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Smriti Mandhana & Palash Muchhal The Wedding That Wasn't
Called Off In a dramatic turn of events, the highly anticipated wedding of cricket star Smriti Mandhana and composer Palash Muchhal was called off just days before the scheduled date in late 2025. Citing personal family health issues and alleged incompatibility, the couple decided to part ways, leaving fans who were rooting for this 'Cricket x Music' union heartbroken.
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Conclusion
Moving On Breakups are never easy, especially when played out in the public eye. As we bid adieu to 2025, we wish these stars strength and healing as they navigate their new chapters. Here is hoping 2026 brings them peace, happiness, and perhaps, new beginnings.
