Sajid Nadiadwala is an acclaimed producer, director, and screenwriter of Hindi cinema, and he has produced many notable films in his career. Sajid is the grandson of filmmaker, A.K. Nadiadwala, who has produced many films. His family’s filmy background led him to pursue a career in films, and he began his journey as an assistant director under J.P. Dutta.
Sajid established his production house, Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment Pvt Ltd at the mere age of 25 and produced his film, Zulm Ki Hukumat. With films like Jeet, Judwa, Mujhse Shaadi Karogi, Heyy Babyy, Housefull, Baaghi, Kick and many more, Sajid established his career in Bollywood. He is leading the headlines currently for his latest release, Housefull 5.
Sajid Nadiadwala’s much-awaited multi-starrer, Housefull 5 has managed to collect Rs. 104.98 crores within four days of its release. It is the first Indian film to be released in two different versions – ‘Housefull 5A’ and ‘Housefull 5B’. Sajid Nadiadwala’s masterstroke with two different climaxes has played a big role in drawing the audiences to the theatre.
While Sajid is leading the headlines for his mastermind, let’s look back at a time when the ace filmmaker was in the spotlight after the mysterious death of his wife, popular actress Divya Bharti. It was in 1993 when Divya Bharti passed away in a tragic accident, and the blame was put on Sajid, who was devastated after her death.
Sajid Nadiadwala’s wife, Divya Bharti’s mysterious death
Divya Bharti was just 19, when she bid adieu to the world, breaking the hearts of millions. It was in the late evening of April 5, 1993, when Divya fell from the balcony of her fifth-floor apartment. She was rushed to the hospital, where the actress was declared dead. The circumstances of her death led to many conspiracies and also dragged her husband, Sajid, as the mastermind behind it. However, in 1998, the actress’ death was officially declared accidental.
Divya Bharti leaned over her apartment to see her husband, Sajid Nadiadwala’s car
The mystery around Divya Bharti’s untimely death still haunts people close to her. And one of them was Divya’s co-actress and friend, Guddi Maruti. In an interview with Siddharth Kanan, Guddi revealed that the news of Divya’s death shattered her husband, Sajid, who was out of town at that time.
Guddi revealed that Divya’s death was indeed a tragic accident, which was witnessed by designer, Neeta Lulla. Revealing how the young actress leaned over to check her husband’s car and fell down, Guddi stated:
“Sajid was not at home when it happened. He was devastated. He had just arrived in the city after a trip, and the news was just too much for him to bear. Neeta Lulla was there and saw everything happen. She was present when Divya fell, and she can vouch that it was an accident. Wo apne husband Sajid ki car aayi ki nahi yeh dekhne niche jhukk gayi thi and tabhi wo accident ho gaya.”
Sajid Nadiadwala still keeps Divya Bharti’s photo in his wallet
After Divya’s death, Sajid was completely distraught and had lived many years in immense pain and loneliness. After her demise, Sajid made sure to dedicate all his films to her. He had continued to do so until he had tied the knot with a journalist, Warda Khan. In an interview with a leading publication, Sajid’s current wife, Warda revealed that he still keeps Divya’s photo in his wallet.
Sajid Khan took years to come to terms with Divya Bharti’s death, and even after so many years, the filmmaker has maintained a close bond with her family.
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