Kangana Ranaut Had Revealed Ugly Truths About Her Traumatic Relationship With Aditya Pancholi
Throwback to a time when Kangana Ranaut had spilt beans about her much-controversial affair with Aditya Pancholi!
Kangana Ranaut is quite synonymously known for her outspoken unapologetic self, as well as the fact that she is always feminist in her opinions. Be it her voice in the nepotism debate in Bollywood or calling out by names her horrific past relationships with her exes, she has always made it to the headlines for her frank self. And she did the same when she opened up on her traumatic and abusive relationship with her ex-partner, Aditya Pancholi!
Kangana spoke about being physically harmed by Aditya Pancholi
In one of her earliest interviews, Kangana Ranaut had openly revealed almost everything she suffered as a teenager stuck in an abusive relationship with an older married man, Aditya Pancholi. For the unversed, the duo dated one another at a time when Kangana was new to the acting business and had looked up to Aditya and his wife, Zarina Wahab as mentors and guardians away from home. But a teenage Kangana was unable to foresee the reality awaiting her when she trusted someone blindly. Recalling a horrific moment when Aditya Pancholi had brutally hit her, she recalled:
“It was a very difficult and very harsh time. I was physically abused. I don’t have to go to details. I felt trapped. You feel people might help you. But there are no free lunches. But when you are going you fall for it. This man who was my father’s age hit me hard on my head when I was 17. I started bleeding. I took out my sandal and hit his head hard and he started to bleed too. I lodged an FIR against the man. He was my mentor turned tormentor.”
When Kangana was refused help from Aditya’s wife, Zarina Wahab
All this while she ran away from her only place of dwelling in the new city of Mumbai, as she was stalked by her tormenting ex, Kangana once revealed how she thought, Aditya’s wife would be able to rescue her from him and offer her help. But to her utter dismay, Zarina not only refused to help, but also disbelieved the very fact that Aditya and Kangana were romantically involved. Recalling her helpless situation, she mentioned:
“I’m a year younger than his daughter. I was a minor. For me, this was all very new – the world that I had come into. I remember going to his wife and meeting her, and I’m like ‘Please save me! I’m younger than your daughter. I’m a minor and I can’t tell my parents. So then, I was like who is going to help me now? If I go to the cops, my parents are going to take me back and I didn’t know which is worse, because then there’s no way out.”
Aditya Pancholi’s altered narrative on the Kangana episode
Well, much like the flip side of a coin, Aditya Pancholi, too had a different version of his affair with Kangana Ranaut. In fact, his narrative of the abusive past is completely altered with a more peaceful recollection of the duo. Once in an interview, Aditya had opened up on the same and revealed that their relationship was as good as husband and wife, and that they were even planning to build a house together. In his words:
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“We were as good as husband and wife. I was actually building a house for both of us on Yari Road. We lived together for three years at a friends` place. I used to show her a lot of movies. I was building a home for the two of us. Even the phone she was using was mine.”
Aditya Pancholi thanked his wife for bearing with him even after he cheated on her
While Aditya’s relationship with Kangana was a clear case of extramarital affair, his wife, Zarina Wahab always stayed beside him no matter what. She never left him in any condition, and continued to care for his home and their children. Speaking up on the same, Aditya Pancholi once recalled his wife’s dedication towards him despite seeing the worst. Moreover, he also mentioned that Kangana created a huge fuss of their breakup since she had already moved on with Adhyayan Suman by that time. In his words:
“Zarina has been my support and strength. In spite of all the pain that I`ve caused her she says she wants to be my wife for seven more lives. All Kangana had to do was tell me she was seeing this boy.”
Zarina had rubbished Kangana’s claims of ever reaching out to her for help
In yet another controversial angle to this ugly-relationship story, Aditya Pancholi’s wife, Zarina Wahab had once simply rubbished all claims of Kangana ever coming out to her for help, when the former’s husband had abused her physically. Calling it to be baseless nonsense, she once mentioned:
“Yeh toh sawaal hi nahi hota hai yaar! Agar meri husband ko date kar rahi hai, toh mere paas kaise aayegi? Bolne wali ko bhi akkal honi chahiye! I met Kangana a few times because my husband wanted me to take her to meet Sanjay Leela Bhansali so I took her there. First of all, I never discuss my problems with my own sisters so who is she to me that I will go and discuss with her that if he’s not coming home I will be happy. What nonsense is she talking about? I should not say anything about her. These things are really bugging me! Mein itni bhi bewakoof nahi hoon to treat her like my daughter! Mein kya aankhon mein patti daal ke duniya ghoomti hoon mein?”
How Kangana Ranaut Got Into a Toxic Relationship With a Much Older Actor at 17
Kangana Ranaut is one of Bollywood’s most celebrated yet controversial actresses. Known for her exceptional acting skills and her fearless attitude, she has often been in the limelight for reasons beyond her professional achievements. One of the most disturbing and talked-about episodes of her life involves her toxic relationship with Bollywood actor Aditya Pancholi, who was 21 years her senior and already married.
A Young Dreamer with Big Aspirations
Kangana Ranaut was born in 1986 in Himachal Pradesh. After completing her schooling in Chandigarh, she moved to Shimla for her college education. Although her parents envisioned her becoming a doctor, Kangana had other dreams. She moved to Delhi to pursue modeling and later shifted to Mumbai to start an acting career. At just 17, Kangana was a young girl with big dreams but little understanding of the complexities of the Bollywood industry.
The Encounter with Aditya Pancholi
In her early days in Mumbai, Kangana joined the Asha Chandra Acting Institute to refine her craft. It was during this period that she met Aditya Pancholi, a Bollywood actor who had a history of controversies. Aditya, who was married to actress Zarina Wahab and had two children, took an interest in the young aspiring actress. Despite the significant age gap and his marital status, Aditya and Kangana began a relationship.
The Promise of Support
Aditya Pancholi promised to help Kangana with her career. Being an outsider in the industry, Kangana believed in his assurances. She was a teenager navigating an unfamiliar world, and Aditya’s promises likely seemed like a lifeline. However, the relationship soon took a dark turn, marked by control, insecurity, and abuse.
A Relationship Marred by Abuse
In interviews, Kangana has openly spoken about the physical and emotional abuse she endured during her relationship with Aditya. She revealed that he tried to control every aspect of her life, from her professional choices to her interactions with co-stars. As her career began to take off with films like Gangster (2006), Aditya’s insecurity grew. He would often accuse her of infidelity and even resorted to violence.
Aditya himself admitted in an interview that he had hit Kangana during a fight. “After she returned, I read her sent messages to another actor while she was asleep. The messages were not innocent. That was the first time I hit her,” he confessed, offering a chilling insight into their toxic relationship.
The Struggle to Escape
Kangana’s attempts to end the relationship were met with resistance. Aditya’s controlling behavior escalated, and she felt trapped. In a particularly horrifying incident, Kangana jumped out of a window to escape his clutches and sought refuge in a hotel. She later confided in Aditya’s wife, Zarina Wahab, seeking help. However, Zarina’s response was far from supportive. She dismissed Kangana’s plea, stating that her husband’s absence brought peace to their home.
Legal Action and Liberation
In 2007, Kangana finally decided to take legal action. She filed a police complaint against Aditya Pancholi, detailing the abuse she had suffered. This marked a turning point in her life, as the police’s intervention finally freed her from the toxic relationship. However, the ordeal left a lasting impact on her personal and professional life.
Aditya Pancholi’s Counter-Claims
Even after their breakup, Aditya continued to make allegations against Kangana. He accused her of using him for financial support and labeled her a “gold digger.” These statements added to the controversy and painted a distorted narrative about their relationship. Aditya’s reputation, however, worked against him, as he had a long history of abusive behavior, including allegations of sexual and physical abuse by others in the industry.
A Pattern of Abuse
Aditya Pancholi’s history of controversial relationships further tarnished his credibility. In the 1990s, actress Pooja Bedi accused him of sexually abusing her 15-year-old maid. These incidents, coupled with his admission of hitting Kangana, painted a disturbing picture of a man with a pattern of abusive behavior.
Kangana’s Resilience
Despite the trauma, Kangana emerged stronger. Her career flourished, and she went on to win multiple awards for her performances in films like Fashion and Queen. Kangana’s ability to overcome such a harrowing experience is a testament to her resilience and determination.
The Larger Issue
Kangana’s story sheds light on the darker side of the entertainment industry, where young actors are often exploited by powerful individuals. Her courage in speaking out against Aditya Pancholi highlights the importance of addressing abuse and holding perpetrators accountable.
A Complex Web of Blame
Interestingly, Zarina Wahab, Aditya’s wife, defended her husband in later interviews. She denied allegations of abuse and shifted the blame onto Kangana and others who had accused Aditya. This reaction reflects the complex dynamics of denial and enabling behavior within abusive relationships.
Conclusion
Kangana Ranaut’s toxic relationship with Aditya Pancholi was a dark chapter in her life. Yet, it also showcased her strength and ability to rise above adversity. Her story serves as a reminder of the challenges many face in the pursuit of their dreams and underscores the need for a safer, more supportive environment in the entertainment industry. By speaking out, Kangana has not only reclaimed her narrative but has also inspired countless others to stand up against abuse and fight for justice.
