Amitabh Bachchan-Rekha to Salman Khan-Aishwarya Rai: 5 controversial Bollywood jodis who gave blockbusters together but won't face each other today

Amitabh Bachchan and Rekha were once one of Bollywood’s most iconic on-screen pairs, delivering memorable hits like Silsila, Muqaddar Ka Sikandar, Do Anjaane, and Namak Haraam. Their last film together was Silsila in 1981, which also starred Jaya Bachchan. After this film, their off-screen equation reportedly soured completely. Rumours suggest that Amitabh Bachchan's wife Jaya made him promise never to work with Rekha again. Since then, the two legends have kept a noticeable distance and haven’t shared screen space or even exchanged greetings publicly.

Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai’s chemistry in Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam was unforgettable. Their off-screen romance was just as talked-about, but it ended on a bitter note. After a highly publicised and tumultuous breakup, the two actors have never worked together again. Neither addresses the other in interviews, and they make conscious efforts to avoid being in the same space. Despite fans demand for their reunion on screen, this duo remains one of Bollywood’s most strained equations.

Shilpa Shetty and Akshay Kumar became a hit pair after starring in Main Khiladi Tu Anari. Their real-life relationship blossomed soon after, and they appeared in multiple films like Insaaf and Jaanwar. However, their romance came to a dramatic end when Akshay Kumar proposed to Twinkle Khanna without informing Shilpa Shetty. Feeling betrayed, Shilpa opened up in interviews about being misled and used. Since their breakup, the two have steered clear of each other both professionally and personally.

Shah Rukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra set the screen on fire with their performances in Don, Don 2, and Billu. However, rumours of an alleged affair quickly took center stage, reportedly straining SRK’s personal and professional ties. Over time, the once-friendly co-stars stopped interacting altogether. In a candid moment on Aap Ki Adalat, Priyanka herself confirmed that she no longer speaks to Shah Rukh Khan making it clear that any chances of collaboration in the future are slim.

Tabu and South superstar Nagarjuna shared more than just great on-screen chemistry, they were reportedly in a close relationship for nearly 15 years. Nagarjuna, however, was already married and unwilling to end his marriage. Tabu, valuing self-respect and not wanting to disrupt a family, eventually walked away from the relationship. Although they once shared a strong bond, both personally and professionally, they’ve since chosen to go their separate ways, never appearing together publicly again.