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Sunil Dutt once shared the true story of how he proposed to his wife, Nargis. Contrary to popular belief, it wasn't the famous fire rescue on the set of "Mother India" that won her heart. He revealed the moment happened during a car ride on Marine Drive where he nervously confessed his desire to marry her. Dutt also shared that it was Nargis's genuine kindness, particularly when she helped his ailing sister, that made him fall for her.

Key Points: Sunil Dutt Reveals How He Proposed to Nargis Dutt on Marine Drive

  • Dutt revealed the proposal happened during a car ride on Marine Drive
  • He joked about saving many girls who didn't become his wife
  • Nargis said yes to his proposal through his sister
  • He fell for her compassion after she helped his sick sister
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When Sunil Dutt revealed how he proposed to wife Nargis Dutt

Sunil Dutt shares the real story of his proposal to Nargis, not the "Mother India" fire rescue, in a candid chat with Farooq Sheikh.

When Sunil Dutt revealed how he proposed to wife Nargis Dutt
"I had decided that in case she refuses my proposal, I will go back to my village and plough the fields. - Sunil Dutt"

Mumbai, Sep 10

We all are familiar that Sunil Dutt and Nargis Dutt's love story began during the filming of the 1957 film "Mother India" when Dutt Sahab saved Nargis during a fire incident on the set.

However, during an episode of the popular chat show "Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai" hosted by Farooq Sheikh, Dutt confirmed that that is not how he wooed his lady love.

"I have saved many girls that way, but they did not become my wife", he said.

Revealing how he actually proposed to Nargis, Dutt shared: "One day I offered to drop her off at Marine Drive and as we took a turn from the signal, I told her that I wanted to say something to her and confessed that 'I want to marry you". After that, there was complete silence in the car. I had decided that in case she refuses my proposal, I will go back to my village and plough the fields."

"One night, when I returned home, my sister congratulated me, saying that Nargis had said yes to me," he added.

After Dutt took his mother's permission to marry Narigs, the couple tied the knot on March 11, 1958, in an intimate wedding ceremony, followed by a wedding reception with their close friends from the industry in attendance.

The couple is blessed with three kids - Sanjay Dutt, Namrata Dutt, and Priya Dutt.

Disclosing what made him fall for Nargis, Dutt said that he was drawn towards her genuine compassion for those around her.

Dutt revealed that his sister, who was living with him at the time with her kid, was suffering from a major health issue.

After learning about the situation, Nargis took her to the doctor and even arranged for her operation.

While Dutt's sister was recovering in the hospital, Nargis even took care of her kid, taking her in for the time being.

- IANS

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Rohit P
"I have saved many girls that way, but they didn't become my wife" - Dutt Sahab had such a great sense of humor! 😄 Old Bollywood stories are always so charming and genuine.
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Michael C
As someone who grew up watching their films, this story warms my heart. They were such a power couple of their time. It's refreshing to read about real, grounded relationships in the film industry.
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Ananya R
The part where he said he'd go back to plough fields if she refused 😂 So typical Indian mentality of that era! Our parents/grandparents had such simple yet profound approaches to love and marriage.
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Sarah B
While the story is beautiful, it's interesting how the media often focuses on romantic narratives. I wish we heard more about Nargis's career achievements too - she was an incredible actress in her own right.
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Vikram M
Their love story is like a classic Bollywood film itself! Marine Drive proposal, family approval, and that beautiful wedding. Golden era of Hindi cinema had golden relationships too ✨

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