Alleged romantic links between Nimrat Kaur and Abhishek Bachchan stir up Bollywood; past associations with cricketers and South Indian actors add to the intrigue.
The Bollywood grapevine is abuzz with rumors surrounding actress Nimrat Kaur, who is once again under the spotlight for her alleged connections with prominent personalities. From Abhishek Bachchan to South Indian superstars and even a former Indian cricketer, Nimrat’s personal life seems to be a matter of public speculation, and this time it’s her rumored romance with Abhishek Bachchan that has stirred controversy.
Who is Nimrat Kaur?
Born in March 1982 to a Sikh family in Rajasthan, Nimrat Kaur has a unique blend of grit and talent. Her father served in the Indian Army, and after completing her schooling and college in Delhi, she moved to Mumbai to pursue a career in modeling and acting. Starting as a model, she quickly ventured into theater, which paved her way into the film industry.
Her Bollywood journey began in 2006 with a minor role in the English film One Night with the King. However, she gained recognition in 2012 for her role in Peddlers, produced by Anurag Kashyap, which was featured at the Cannes Film Festival. Her most notable breakthrough came in 2013 with The Lunchbox, where she starred alongside the late Irrfan Khan, gaining both critical and popular acclaim. Since then, she has starred in popular films like Airlift with Akshay Kumar and Dasvi with Abhishek Bachchan. Nimrat’s 2023 role as an inspector in Sajini Shinde Ka Viral Video also brought her praise.
Relationship Rumors with Abhishek Bachchan
The Bollywood rumor mill claims that Nimrat and Abhishek’s bond intensified during the shooting of Dasvi in 2023. Their alleged closeness reportedly strained Abhishek’s marriage with actress Aishwarya Rai. However, in a public interview, Abhishek expressed his admiration and gratitude for his wife, Aishwarya, saying she has always supported him through life’s challenges. This statement downplayed the rumors, though the speculation continues.
During a talk show appearance with Abhishek, Nimrat reminisced about a school romance with a shy, academically talented boy who had helped her with chemistry. Abhishek jokingly asked if her crush was a chemistry teacher. Nimrat responded, “No, he wasn’t a teacher, but he’s now married with children, so I’d rather not stir anything up.” Since both Nimrat and Abhishek spent part of their school years in Delhi, some speculated she might have been referencing him, but neither has confirmed this.
Rumored Past Relationships
Prior to Abhishek, Nimrat was linked to Indian cricket coach Ravi Shastri in 2018. According to Mumbai Mirror, they had reportedly been in a two-year relationship after meeting at a car launch event. However, Nimrat publicly denied these claims on social media, expressing frustration at the constant rumor-mongering around her personal life.
Reports also surfaced about a possible relationship between Nimrat and South Indian star Rana Daggubati of Baahubali fame, though neither of them ever addressed these rumors. Additionally, whispers around Bollywood allege that Nimrat had been romantically involved with Akshay Kumar, although most industry insiders dismiss this as baseless gossip.
Bollywood’s Reaction to the Rumors
While industry insiders continue to speculate on the nature of Nimrat and Abhishek’s relationship, many have refuted claims that she had any role in causing friction between Abhishek and Aishwarya. Nimrat’s professional reputation in Bollywood remains strong, and she continues to be lauded for her performances, both on-screen and on OTT platforms, including series like The Test Case and School of Lies.