Famous Bollywood actor Shammi Kapoor won the hearts of people with his brilliant films and unique style. His personal life was also always in the news, especially about his affair with Mumtaz. Shammi Kapoor had made up his mind to marry Mumtaz, but one condition left his love incomplete.

journey to meet

Shammi Kapoor and Mumtaz first met on the sets of the film Brahmachari in 1968. They had an iconic dance number together in this film “Aajkal Tere Mere Pyar Ke Charche”, which still makes people dance. After this film, their friendship turned into love.

The story of the proposal

During an interview, Mumtaz told that when Shammi Kapoor proposed to her, she was only 17 years old. Mumtaz liked Shammi Kapoor very much, but she was not ready to give up her flourishing career. Mumtaz said, "When I was only 17 years old, he wanted me to give up my career. I don't think anyone can give me as much love as he did. Even today, when his name is taken, tears come to my eyes. This was not an ordinary love affair; it was much more than that."

condition of marriage

Mumtaz clarified the reason behind rejecting Shammi Kapoor's marriage proposal. She said that at that time, women in the Kapoor family were not allowed to work after marriage. She said, "Unfortunately, women in the Kapoor family did not work in those days. They had to respect their family's wishes. I wanted to respect my career. So, I couldn't give up love for my career."

Statement of Shammi Kapoor

While talking to Lehran Retro, Shammi Kapoor also discussed his affair with Mumtaz. He said, “At that time my wife had passed away and I was single. Mumtaz was a very beautiful girl and for a short time, we both had dreams, but then it turned into a nightmare. I am happy with who I am today.”

Mumtaz's decision

Mumtaz also said in an interview that their breakup happened because of a condition of Shammi Kapoor. She said, "Shammi said that if I want to be happy with him, then I will have to give up my career. At that time I was at the peak of my career and I did not accept this. So I thought it better to break up with Shammi Kapoor." This love story of Shammi Kapoor and Mumtaz is not only interesting for Bollywood fans, but it is also a proof of how the choice between career and love is sometimes difficult. Even today, the memories of both and their films are alive in the hearts of the audience.

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