When Sanjeev Kumar was ‘hurt’ and ‘humiliated’ as Rajesh Khanna walked in hand-in-hand with Hema Malini: ‘He took this insult to heart’

The rivalry between Rajesh Khanna and Sanjeev Kumar went beyond films. Rajesh Khanna’s stunt at an event deeply hurt Sanjeev Kumar. He felt humiliated when Rajesh Khanna publicly held Hema Malini’s hand. Sanjeev Kumar shared his pain with Jaya Bachchan. The incident further strained Sanjeev Kumar’s relationship with Hema Malini. Eventually, Sanjeev Kumar and Hema Malini parted ways.