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Shilpa Shirodkar in News
Shilpa Shirodkar, known for her roles in Khuda Gawah, Aankhen, and Pehchaan, is currently making headlines. The actress recently gained renewed fame through her appearance on Bigg Boss 18. She has opened up about:
- Her journey in the film industry
- Life away from Bollywood
- Returning to India
- Long-standing rumours about her personal life
For context, Shilpa is the sister of Namrata Shirodkar and sister-in-law to Mahesh Babu.
Rumours Around Shilpa Shirodkar and Sachin Tendulkar
A resurfaced interview has brought attention back to old rumours linking Shilpa Shirodkar and cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar as a couple.
Shilpa Shirodkar’s Comment on the Rumours
In an interview with Red FM, Shilpa addressed the speculation:
“I met Sachin Tendulkar for the first time when I was shooting for the film Hum. He knew my cousin brother — they used to play cricket together.”
She clarified that:
- These were just rumours
- At the time, Sachin was already dating Anjali (now his wife)
- Their friendship was misunderstood because “an actor was meeting a cricketer”, making it easy for gossip to spread
Shilpa’s Full Quote on Meeting Sachin
“So, that’s how I met Sachin. And Sachin was already seeing Anjali at that time, which was not told to anybody. We all knew because we were friends. Because an actor is meeting a cricketer and he was Sachin Tendulkar, it became easy for people to say, aree… and I met him once.”
Sachin Tendulkar’s Reaction
In an interview with India Today, Sachin was asked to name a ridiculous rumour about himself. He replied:
“That Shilpa Shirodkar and I were having an affair. Because we don’t even know each other at all.”
Shilpa Shirodkar’s Personal Life
- Shilpa is married to Aparesh Ranjit, a UK-based banker
- They got married in 2000
- Post-marriage, she took a break from acting and moved to the UK
Is Shilpa a 10th Dropout?
In a recent interview with Pinkvilla, Shilpa spoke about:
- Her husband holding a double MBA
- Her own educational background — she is a 10th grade dropout
Despite the academic difference, she shared:
“I never felt small in front of him, and I can talk to him about everything.”
