Looking back: Akshay Kumar reveals he never imagined marrying Twinkle Khanna, daughter of Rajesh Khanna, stating ‘I would never step foot in their office…’
Actor Akshay Kumar and actress-turned-author Twinkle Khanna have been married for 23 years. The couple often displays romance on their social media, setting couple goals even after two decades together. They had a small wedding ceremony on January 17, 2001, surrounded by family and friends. Akshay once mentioned in an interview that he never imagined marrying Twinkle Khanna, the daughter of Indian cinema’s first superstar, Rajesh Khanna.
In an old interview with Sansad TV, Akshay Kumar shared that he never thought he would marry Twinkle Khanna. He recalled his struggling days when he used to visit Rajesh Khanna’s office requesting work opportunities.
“I never thought in my life that I would marry Rajesh Khanna’s daughter. I would go to his office with my photos and ask for work,” Akshay said, adding that Rajesh Khanna would tell him to come back later as he was busy with film projects.
Akshay expressed gratitude towards Rajesh Khanna for his growth and success, calling it an amazing experience in his life.
Celebrity mehendi artist Veena Nagda revealed in an interview that Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna’s wedding was a surprise to her. She recalled Twinkle Khanna sitting in plain dress during the mehendi ceremony, and only found out about their wedding after being welcomed by Dimple Kapadia.
Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna are parents to two children, a son named Aarav and a daughter named Nitara.
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