Deepshikha Nagpal Reveals Why She Did Not Contact Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan for Work After Her Divorce
Deepshikha Nagpal is a familiar face to the Indian cinema and television audience. The actress has appeared in numerous popular films and TV shows since her acting debut nearly three decades ago. She is known for her work in films like Koyla, Baadshah, Corporate, Dillagi and Partner. She has also starred in TV shows such as Shaktimaan, Ek Tha Raja Ek Thi Rani, Na Umra Ki Seema Ho, Main Bhi Ardhangini, among others.
However, behind the glamour and fame, Deepshikha has faced many challenges and hardships in her personal life. She has been vocal about her two difficult marriages that both ended in divorce. She was first married to actor Jeet Upendra in 1997, with whom she has two children, Vedhika and Vivaan. The couple got divorced in 2007 after 10 years of marriage.
She then married model and actor Kaishav Arora in 2012, after dating him for three years. The couple got divorced in 2016 after four years of marriage. Deepshikha had accused Kaishav of domestic violence and cheating on her. She had also filed a police complaint against him for threatening to kill her and her children.
Now, in a candid interview with YouTuber Siddharth Kannan, Deepshikha has opened up about the tough phases of her life. She also spoke about regretting not reaching out to her supportive co-stars Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan for help.
Deepshikha did not go for help
Explaining that she did not reach out to anyone for help, Deepshikha said: “I did not go for help. It was my decision. The marriage was my decision and the divorce was my decision. I thought I can handle everything on my own. I thought I am a strong woman. I did not want to bother anyone. I did not want to show my weakness to anyone.”
She added: “I remember when Shah Rukh Khan was hosting Kaun Banega Crorepati I went to meet him with my kids. Though he was very busy he told me, ‘Deepshi, I am shooting Om Shanti Om here for a month, come and meet me.’ I did not have the courage. I thought what if he would not meet me? I had my own complexes. Now I wish I had gone to meet him. I wish I had one friend who encouraged me.”
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Deepshikha Nagpal regrets not reaching out to Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan
Deepshikha, who was a contestant on Bigg Boss 8 hosted by Salman Khan in 2014, also spoke about regretting not reaching out to him as well. She had also worked with Salman Khan in Partner by then.
“I regret not reaching out to them. 100% something would have worked out. They are both extremely helpful people. I wish I had reached out. I would have definitely got some work,” she said.
Speaking about her equation with Salman Khan, Deepshikha added: “Even when I was shooting for Partner, I did not even know they would be partying downstairs. So on the fourth day, Salman Khan invited me with folded hands. I would complete my shoot, work out and sleep. I was in my shell. I wish I was honest with them [SRK and Salman]. I always thought, what do I tell them? Yes, now I can say I would like to work with them. I want to go back to the movies.”
Deepshikha is happy and positive now
Despite the hardships, Deepshikha has not given up on her dreams and aspirations. She is currently working on several television projects and is also looking forward to doing more films. She is also happy and positive about her life.
“I am very happy now. I have learnt a lot from my experiences. I have grown as a person. I have realised that I have to love myself first. I have to take care of myself and my kids. I have to be positive and optimistic. I have to be grateful for what I have. I have to work hard and smart. I have to believe in myself and my talent. I have to be confident and courageous. I have to be happy and spread happiness,” she said.
Deepshikha also thanked her fans and well-wishers for their love and support. She said: “I am very thankful to my fans who have always supported me and appreciated my work. They have given me so much love and respect. They have motivated me and inspired me. They have made me feel special and valued. They have made me who I am today. I love them a lot and I hope they will always be with me.”
