In the late 1990s, Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai were one of Bollywood’s most talked-about couples, capturing the public’s fascination. Their relationship was highly visible, and every aspect of their lives was covered extensively by the media. But despite the glitz and glamour, their romance hit major roadblocks and ended in 2001. The breakup was a huge media event and continued to draw interest even after they separated.
The split was far from smooth. Reports from 2001 describe Salman causing a scene outside Aishwarya’s home, making a commotion and trying to get inside. There were rumors that he was about to propose marriage, but Aishwarya, who was already dealing with a troubled relationship, let him in despite the chaos.
Things took a darker turn in 2002 when Aishwarya publicly confirmed their breakup and made some serious accusations against Salman. In a statement to the Times of India, she opened up about the difficulties she faced while she was with him. She talked about his issues with alcoholism and his bad behavior during tough times. According to Aishwarya, she experienced verbal, physical, and emotional abuse from Salman.
Aishwarya described her time with Salman as a “nightmare” and felt relieved that it was over. She also expressed frustration over false rumors spread about her after their breakup. She claimed that Salman’s friends and family spread these lies to damage her reputation and hurt her career, especially since she chose to remain silent about their relationship.
At the end Aishwarya’s statements revealed the painful and challenging experiences she endured during her relationship with Salman Khan, highlighting both the personal abuse she suffered and the public fallout that followed their separation.