When Divya Bharti reportedly accepted Islam for Sajid Nadiadwala
The love story of Divya Bharti and Sajid Nadiadwala remains one of Bollywood’s most poignant and talked-about tales. Their whirlwind romance, secret marriage, and the actress’s untimely demise have captivated fans and media alike.
Divya Bharti, a rising star in the early ’90s, met producer Sajid Nadiadwala during the filming of Shola Aur Shabnam. Their bond grew quickly, and within 10 months, they decided to marry. However, their love faced societal and familial challenges due to their different religions.
In a bold move to unite with Sajid, Divya reportedly converted to Islam and changed her name to Sana. This decision was kept secret, even from her father, who was opposed to the idea. The couple wed in a private ceremony on May 10, 1992, at Sajid’s residence in Mumbai, with only a qazi, Divya’s friend Sandhya, and her hairdresser in attendance
Despite the secrecy, Divya continued to live with her parents and kept the marriage hidden for several months. It was only during Diwali that Sajid visited her family to announce their union .
Tragically, less than a year later, on April 5, 1993, Divya Bharti died after falling from her fifth-floor apartment balcony in Mumbai. The circumstances surrounding her death remain a topic of speculation and mystery.
Sajid Nadiadwala, deeply affected by her loss, later found love again with journalist Warda Khan, whom he married in 2000. Together, they have two sons .
