Actor Raj Babbar reveals past love for late Smita Patil despite marriage to Nadira

Veteran Bollywood actor Raj Babbar opened up about his personal life in a recent interview with The Times of India, stating that he developed romantic feelings for fellow actress Smita Patil during his marriage to Nadira. He said the affection grew over time while they worked together on film projects, though he never acted on it publicly. Babbar acknowledged the complexity of his situation, noting that his marriage to Nadira was ongoing when the emotions surfaced. The actor’s remarks have sparked renewed interest in his past relationships and highlighted Smita Patil’s enduring legacy in Indian cinema. Neither Nadira’s family nor Smita Patil’s relatives have responded to the statements, and Babbar declined to provide further details.