When Sushmita spoke about her ex boyfriend

Sushmita Sen

's journey from winning the prestigious Miss Universe title in 1994 to becoming a beloved figure in Bollywood, is a captivating tale of talent and determination. Beyond her undeniable beauty, Sushmita's eloquence and grace have always set her apart. Her foray into the film industry in 1996 marked the beginning of a remarkable career, characterized by her dynamic performances in a variety of roles.

In addition to her professional achievements, Sushmita's personal life has also been a subject of interest for many. She has never hesitated to share glimpses of her

romantic relationships

with the public, and one particular story stands out. During an episode of Farooq Shaikh's talk show, "

Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai

," Sushmita reminisced about her first boyfriend,

Rajat Tara

, and how he played a pivotal role in her journey to becoming Miss Universe.

Following her revelation, Sushmita affectionately acknowledged Rajat Tara as her first boyfriend, emphasizing his significance in her life. She recalled the pivotal time when she relocated to Mumbai to prepare for the Miss Universe competition, highlighting Rajat's unwavering presence and support during that period. Sushmita credited Rajat for being by her side in Mumbai throughout her rigorous training, illustrating the crucial role he played in her journey to the pageant. She said:

“Aapko main ek bohot zaroori baat batana chahti hun. He is my first boyfriend, Rajat. Such an important man kyunki jab main Miss India jeeti aur mujhe Miss Universe ke liye train karne ke liye Bombay aana pada, toh Bombay mere liye ek bohot hi foreign sheher tha kyunki main Delhi mein badi huyi hun, wahan pe rone lagi Delhi mein ke mujhe nahi jana Bombay, mujhe nahi jana Miss Universe, akele akele nahi karna.”

Sushmita Sen disclosed that her first boyfriend, Rajat Tara, made a significant sacrifice for their relationship. She shared that Rajat, who was employed at Benetton at the time, took a month's leave to accompany her to Mumbai.
However, due to unforeseen circumstances, he lost his job. Despite this setback, Rajat remained committed and accompanied Sushmita to Mumbai, providing unwavering support throughout her training for the pageant. She said:
“Toh he was working for Benetton uss waqt, toh Rajat ne uss waqt kaha ki ye toh manegi nahi aunty, mumma se baat huyi aur inhone jaake Benetton mein bol diya ki ya toh aap mujhe ek mahne ki chutti de do ya phir jo aapko thik lage, inko kaam se nikal diya. Rajat hai very massively responsible jinke support ke bagair main ek mahine Bombaby mein nahi guzar sakti thi.”