When Helen revealed Dharmendra was SHOCKED after Salim Khan added her name on daughter Alvira Khan’s wedding invite |
Veteran actor Helen, who married screenwriter Salim Khan in 1981 while he was already married to Salma Khan, recently opened up about that emotionally difficult phase. In a conversation with Arbaaz Khan for Bollywood Bubble, she recalled how challenging it was in the beginning, but over time, the family embraced her as one of their own. Helen also shared a memorable incident that left Dharmendra shocked and deepened her admiration for Salim Khan.Helen shared a memorable moment from daughter Alvira’s wedding to Atul Agnihotri in 1995 that left a lasting impression on her. When the wedding invitations were printed, Salim Khan made sure to include Helen’s name alongside Salma Khan’s, presenting both as equal parts of the family. The gesture surprised veteran actor Dharmendra, who hadn’t expected Helen to be acknowledged so prominently. For Helen, it was a powerful sign of Salim’s respect and commitment, especially during a time that had been emotionally challenging for her.Dharmendra married Hema Malini in 1980 while still being married to his first wife, Prakash Kaur, whom he wed in 1954. From his first marriage, he has four children—Sunny Deol, Bobby Deol, Vijeeta Deol, and Ajeeta Deol. With Hema Malini, he has two daughters—Esha Deol and Ahana Deol.Helen expressed deep admiration for Salim Khan, describing him as a remarkable and wise man. She said words weren’t enough to capture how wonderful he truly is.When Helen and Salim Khan got married, he was already married to Salma Khan and had four children—Salman, Arbaaz, Sohail, and Alvira. Reflecting on his relationship with Helen in a past conversation with son Arbaaz on Bollywood Bubble, Salim described their love story as an “emotional accident,” emphasizing that it wasn’t planned and could happen to anyone.
