Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India]: Thirteen years after the passing of legendary actor Rajesh Khanna, fondly known as ‘Kaka’, his magnetic charm and unforgettable performances continue to captivate fans across generations.
Beyond his illustrious career as Bollywood’s first superstar, Rajesh Khanna’s high-profile personal life remains a topic of intrigue.
Renowned columnist and film critic Bharathi S Pradhan recalled her memorable interactions with the debonair actor. In an exclusive conversation with ANI, Pradhan recounted a viral interview in which Rajesh Khanna famously admitted to sharing a toothbrush with his live-in partner.
“A few years ago, I met Ajay Devgn, and he asked me whether I was the one who got that quote from Kaka (Rajesh Khanna) about sharing the same toothbrush with so-and-so… I remember being newly married at the time, and I couldn’t imagine sharing my toothbrush with my husband,” Pradhan revealed.
Curious about the practice, she asked her friends if they had ever done the same.
“They said, ‘Are you mad? Of course not!’ So I told them — well, Rajesh Khanna said it. He was living with this actress at the time, and he told me, ‘She and I are sharing the same toothbrush. What more do you want me to say about our relationship?’” Pradhan recounted, without disclosing the name of the actress.
Personal Life and Family
Rajesh Khanna married actress Dimple Kapadia in March 1973 when she was just 15 years younger than him. However, their relationship faced challenges, and they separated in 1982.
The couple had two daughters — Twinkle Khanna (born in 1974) and Rinkie Khanna (born in 1977), both of whom pursued careers in acting before stepping away from the film industry.
Even years after his passing, Rajesh Khanna’s enduring legacy as Bollywood’s romantic icon continues to inspire admiration, making him an unforgettable figure in Indian cinema.