When Rekha ended her rumoured relationship with Jeetendra after hearing him call her a 'timepass': 'I’ll take out his clothes, personally monitor...'

Veteran actress Rekha is known for her iconic roles and unmatched screen presence. Her journey began in 1966 as a child artiste in a Telugu film, and she quickly climbed the ranks in Bollywood to become one of the most sought-after leading ladies of her time. Rekha was linked to several leading men in the industry, most famously Amitabh Bachchan, with whom she shared undeniable chemistry. However, one lesser-known chapter in her life involves her alleged romance with actor Jeetendra. The actress experienced heartbreak when she reportedly overheard Jeetendra referring to her as his “timepass.”

Rekha's alleged romance with Jeetendra

Rekha and Jeetendra appeared in several films together, including Maang Bharo Sajna and Ek Hi Bhool. They became a beloved on-screen pair in the industry and were admired for their chemistry. Many fans believed they were dating in real life. According to Yasir Usman's biography Rekha: The Untold Story, the actress had developed deep feelings for Jeetendra during that period. However, what seemed like a budding romance ended abruptly.



Jeetendra reportedly called Rekha a timepass

Their relationship reportedly came to an end during the shooting of the film Bechara in Shimla. As per sources cited in the biography, Rekha happened to overhear Jeetendra speaking to a junior artiste, referring to her merely as a “timepass.” The remark left Rekha heartbroken. She was deeply hurt and retreated to her make-up room, where she broke down in tears. That moment of betrayal reportedly compelled her to make a decision to end the relationship and move forward.



Rekha about marriage

Rekha has remained tight-lipped about many aspects of her love life. However, in a candid 2006 interview with Hindustan Times, she opened up about the possibility of marriage: “I’m not in denial. If I find someone who’s willing to share me with my fans, I might change my mind. If I had a man, I would just be devoting all my attention to that one person. I’ll take out his clothes, personally monitor his menu, prepare the lunch and personally deliver it to him.”

Rekha later married Delhi-based businessman Mukesh Aggarwal. Tragically, Mukesh committed suicide just seven months after their marriage.


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