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Saif Ali Khan's impulsive marriage to Amrita Singh, despite their age gap, surprised many, including his parents, Sharmila Tagore and Tiger Pataudi, who weren't invited. A rare photo has surfaced showing Sharmila seemingly in conversation with Amrita, with Saif present. Years later, their divorce was difficult, and Saif alluded to verbal abuse towards his family as a contributing factor.
Saif Ali Khan and Amrita Singh's whirlwind romance led to a secret wedding in 1991 when Saif was just 20, and Amrita was 12 years older. They had two children, Sara and Ibrahim, but divorced in 2004. Saif later married Kareena Kapoor, while Amrita raised their kids solo. Interestingly, Saif's parents, Sharmila Tagore and
Tiger Pataudi
, were not invited to the wedding, and there are few photos of Sharmila with Amrita. Sharmila also rarely spoke about Amrita in public.We have now stumbled upon a rare throwback photo of Amrita and Sharmila. In the intimate snapshot, Sharmila is seen explaining something to Amrita, with Saif Ali Khan also in the frame, capturing a rare and memorable moment of the three together.The veteran actress, known for her beauty and grace, was one of the most beloved actresses of the 60s and 70s. She met Indian cricket captain Tiger Pataudi through mutual friends, and the two fell in love. They married on December 27, 1969, and have three children: Saif Ali Khan, Saba Ali Khan, and Soha Ali Khan.
When Saif and Amrita secretly tied the knot, the media was abuzz with the news. After several attempts, a journalist finally reached Sharmila Tagore and Tiger Pataudi for a comment. Sharmila confirmed the marriage, but revealed she was not present at the wedding. She explained, "Yes, the two are married. But no – I wasn't there at the wedding, although I was in Bombay at the time for my flat."Saif's divorce from Amrita was far from amicable, with the actor reportedly being denied access to their children, Sara and Ibrahim. While the exact reasons behind their separation remain unclear, Saif once revealed in an interview that Amrita used to verbally abuse his mother and sister. Reflecting on the painful experience, Saif shared with Subhash K. Jha, "To have taunts, jeers, insults, and abuses thrown at your mother and sister all the time... I’ve gone through all of it. I want no confrontation with Amrita. She was, and will remain, an integral part of my life. I want her and my kids to be happy."
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