Neelima AzeemShahid KapoorBollywoodcelebrity marriagessocial media defamation
Neelima Azeem Addresses Three Failed Marriages, Slams Unverified Social Media Allegations
Published: May 11, 2026
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Veteran actress Neelima Azeem, mother of actor Shahid Kapoor, has addressed her three failed marriages in a recent interview, stating she chose partners based on talent and character rather than financial status. She identified her ex-husbands as Pankaj Kapur, Rajesh Khatter, and Ustaad Raza Ali Khan, and said money was never a priority in her relationships.
Azeem criticized unverified social media commentary, calling it defamatory and factually inaccurate. She specifically refuted claims about her lifestyle, saying, "I don't even drink," after seeing comments suggesting otherwise. She emphasized that her career was self-built through theater, television, and performance, citing 27 best actress awards.
Reflecting on her marriages, Azeem said she did not seek partners to advance her career or provide financial support. She acknowledged the challenges in her second marriage to Rajesh Khatter, noting it ended due to pressures common in the film industry, but credited her sons, Shahid and Ishaan Khatter, as sources of strength and motivation.
Azeem stated that silence allowed misinformation to spread, prompting her to speak publicly to reclaim her narrative. She expressed disappointment that women often perpetuate online attacks against other women, calling for more empathy.
She said she has accepted her past with its flaws and strengths, and now speaks to ensure her truth is not distorted. The actress continues to engage in public interviews and media appearances as part of her ongoing efforts to clarify her personal history.