A resurfaced account from a biography has reignited discussions about one of Bollywood's most speculated relationships—the rumored romance between Rekha and Jeetendra. According to Yasir Usman's book 'Rekha: The Untold Story', the actress decided to end the alleged relationship after she overheard Jeetendra refer to her as his 'timepass' during a film shoot.
The Incident on the Sets of 'Bechara'
The incident reportedly took place while the duo was filming the movie 'Bechara' in Shimla. Rekha, who had grown close to Jeetendra during that period, was deeply hurt by the remark. The biography claims that Rekha overheard Jeetendra speaking to a junior artiste and calling her his 'timepass.' The remark left her heartbroken, and she reportedly went back to her makeup room and broke down. This moment pushed her to end the rumored relationship and move away from the equation.
Their On-Screen Chemistry and Speculations
Rekha and Jeetendra worked together in several films, including 'Maang Bharo Sajna' and 'Ek Hi Bhool'. Their screen pairing became popular, and their chemistry led to widespread speculation about a real-life relationship. The biography claims Rekha had developed strong feelings for Jeetendra, but the relationship reportedly changed during the shooting of 'Bechara'.
Rekha on Marriage and Personal Life
Rekha has rarely spoken in detail about her personal life. She has often remained guarded about her relationships, even as her name has been linked to several leading men over the years. Her most discussed association remains her on-screen and rumored off-screen bond with Amitabh Bachchan.
In a 2006 interview with Hindustan Times, Rekha spoke about marriage and the kind of attention she would give a partner. She said, "I'm not in denial. If I find someone who's willing to share me with my fans, I might change my mind. If I had a man, I would just be devoting all my attention to that one person." She also added, "I'll take out his clothes, personally monitor his menu, prepare the lunch and personally deliver it to him."
Rekha later married Delhi-based businessman Mukesh Aggarwal. The marriage ended in tragedy after Mukesh died by suicide seven months later. The actor remained one of Hindi cinema's most admired stars, known for her screen presence, performances, and enduring public fascination.
