Bollywood actress Zareen Khan and businessman Shivashish Mishra have officially ended their relationship after three years of dating. The couple, who began their relationship in 2021, mutually decided to part ways. The confirmation comes through a notable modern-day breakup indicator—they have unfollowed each other on Instagram. However, Mishra has yet to delete their photos from his account, keeping traces of their shared moments visible to the public.
Shivashish Mishra, known for his participation in the highly controversial reality show, Bigg Boss 12, entered the house as a commoner and managed to garner significant attention before his elimination. Despite his abbreviated stint in the show, he left quite an impression, although it was television actress Dipika Kakar who ultimately won that season.
Zareen Khan, a multifaceted actress with credits in Hindi, Punjabi, Telugu, and Tamil films, alludes her Bollywood entry to her appearance in “Veer,” debuting alongside Salman Khan in 2010. Despite the film’s lukewarm reception at the box office, it inevitably catapulted her into the limelight. Zareen has often expressed her gratitude towards Salman Khan for being the cornerstone of her acting career.
Reflecting on her early days in the industry, Zareen admits, “It’s been a rollercoaster ride. I am somebody who never dreamed of being a part of this industry. I thank Salman for giving me the opportunity. I never thought that I could be a part of the film world without him.” She candidly shared that although entering the film industry came relatively easy thanks to her mentor, Salman, the real struggle began once she was in it. Not hailing from a traditionally cinematic family background, she encountered numerous hurdles as she tried to navigate the complexities of Bollywood.
“I did not have to struggle to enter into films but my real struggle started after I became part of it. I do not come from a filmy background, so it took me a while to understand how this industry works.
. I won’t say that it’s been 10 years and I have figured it all. Honestly, I am still learning. But, today I am much better than what I was when I just came,” she elaborates.
Following her debut in “Veer,” Zareen quickly gathered more mainstream recognition. Her appearance in the chart-topping song “Character Dheela” from Salman Khan’s 2011 hit “Ready” added another feather to her cap. From there, she featured in the ensemble cast of the comedy “Housefull 2.” Zareen even expanded her horizons by making her debut in Tamil cinema with the song “Malgove” in “Naan Rajavaga Pogiren.”
In 2014, she ventured into Punjabi cinema with the film “Jatt James Bond,” marking her debut in the regional film industry. She returned to Hindi cinema in 2015 with the erotic thriller “Hate Story 3.” The actress demonstrated her versatility across multiple film industries and genres, maintaining a steady presence over the years.
Recently, Zareen Khan was seen in “Hum Bhi Akele Tum Bhi Akele,” a film directed by Harish Vyas. The narrative focuses on the friendship between Veer Pratap Randhawa, a gay man, and Mansi Dubey, a lesbian woman, as they embark on a road trip together. The film also featured Anshuman Jha, Ravi Khanvilkar, Gurfateh Pirzada, and Nitin Sharma, presenting a unique storyline that delved deep into themes of friendship and self-acceptance.
While the end of Zareen and Shivashish’s relationship marks a significant personal milestone, both have their individual careers and lives to focus on. Zareen, with her acting prowess spanning multiple Indian languages and film industries, continues to be a name that holds considerable influence and promise.
In today’s age of social media, where relationships often play out in public view, the couple’s decision to unfollow each other not only affirms their breakup but also signifies a broader trend of how modern relationships are being navigated in the digital age. As fans and the media hold their breath for more details or statements from the duo, it is clear that both Zareen Khan and Shivashish Mishra are heading towards new beginnings.
(With inputs from IANS)
