Rajkumar Hirani's love story with pilot wife Manjeet Lamba

Long before Rajkumar Hirani became a household name with '

Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.

', his life was about to change in a way he hadn’t scripted. In the mid-1990s, urged by his parents to settle down, the focused filmmaker, then busy making ad films and film trailers, reluctantly agreed to meet prospective brides. That’s when he crossed paths with

Manjeet Lamba

, a dynamic and independent pilot with Indian Airlines.
A meeting
According to Bollywood Shaadis, their first meeting was anything but ordinary. Manjeet, bold and honest, declared she would never quit her job for marriage, famously saying, "I would leave your son but not my job." Instead of being taken aback, Rajkumar and his family appreciated her clarity and spirit, and a unique bond was formed instantly.

When two passions met
Despite their very different professions, one soaring the skies, the other building cinematic dreams, Rajkumar and Manjeet found common ground in their shared respect for ambition and individuality. Their

love story

wasn’t about dramatic gestures but about deep understanding and mutual admiration. In 1994, the two tied the knot, choosing to nurture each other's dreams rather than compromise on them. Even after marriage and the arrival of their son Vir Hirani in 1999, Manjeet continued flying, while Rajkumar steadily built his career in cinema, culminating in the massive success of his debut film in 2003.
A marriage rooted in support and sacrifice
Through the years, Rajkumar and Manjeet’s marriage has been anchored by small but significant sacrifices. Whether it was Manjeet patiently listening to Rajkumar’s nervous narrations of 'Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.', or Rajkumar rushing back from a film shoot to support Manjeet on a difficult day, they have consistently prioritized each other’s emotional wellbeing. Their relationship stands as a beautiful testament to balancing professional ambitions with personal happiness, a story of two passionate individuals who chose to walk side by side without asking the other to slow down.
Their journey, built on respect, independence, and unwavering support, continues to inspire many even after 29 years of marriage.
On the work front, Rajkumar Hirani and SRK teamed up for the comedy drama movie ‘Dunki’. Even though the movie made a good impact at the box office, it lacked a ‘Rajkumar Hirani’ touch.