Rakhi Sawant, often dubbed as Bollywood’s “drama queen,” has always managed to stay in the limelight with her intriguing and, at times, controversial life events. Most recently, she has grabbed headlines discussing her plans for marriage—not in India, but in Pakistan. The speculation surged when she voiced her intentions to visit Pakistan, leading to marriage proposals from multiple suitors, including an actor and a 58-year-old cleric. However, this isn’t Rakhi’s first brush with marriage discussions; her tumultuous relationships and past marriages have kept her personal life a topic of fascination among fans and media alike.
Past Marriages and Current Hopes
Rakhi Sawant has tied the knot twice before. Her first marriage was with Riteish Singh and the second with Adil Khan Durrani, both of which ended in separation. Currently, she has expressed a desire to marry Dodhi Khan from Pakistan; however, he declined her proposal. After Dodhi’s rejection, another suitor, Mufti Qavi, extended his hand in marriage, but Rakhi turned down that offer as well. This string of events showcases her ongoing quest for love and companionship, even if it has been fraught with challenges.
A Unique Reality Show: Rakhi Ka Swayamvar
Rakhi’s connection with the concept of marriage goes back 16 years to her reality show ‘Rakhi Ka Swayamvar,’ which aired in 2009. Hosted by Ram Kapoor, this show was designed to help Rakhi find a suitable husband. Over the course of two months, 16 contestants competed for her affection, showcasing their personalities and compatibility with the Bollywood star. This unique format brought together a mix of NRIs, businessmen, and professionals, reflecting a cross-section of society.
| # | Contestant | Profession |
| 1 | Ilash Parujanwala | NRI Businessman |
| 2 | Manas Katiyal | Media Professional |
| 3 | Kshitij Jain | Fashion Designer and Businessman |
| 4 | Manmohan Tiwari | Lawyer and Theatre Actor |
| 5 | Love Khanna | Model |
| 6 | Ashwin Chaudhary | Marriage Bureau Owner |
| 7 | Raman Handa | Astrologer and Vastu Consultant |
| 8 | Kapil Mathur | Retail Manager |
| 9 | Atyarek Sharma | Actor |
| 10 | Pranav Damle | Mechanical Engineer |
| 11 | Raj Kripal Singh | Stuntman |
| 12 | Atar Parvez | Policeman |
| 13 | Ali Bana | Choreographer |
| 14 | Deepak Raghav | Fitness Trainer |
| 15 | Rishi Dwivedi | Professional Dancer |
| 16 | Aman Talwar | Student |
Contestants of Rakhi Ka Swayamvar
Engagement for Financial Gain?
Among the finalists of Rakhi Ka Swayamvar were Ilash Parujanwala, Manas Katiyal, and Kshitij Jain. While Ilash won the show, Rakhi ultimately declined to marry him. Interestingly, they did get engaged; however, Rakhi later terminated the engagement, claiming that Ilash expected her to abandon her acting career. This claim was denied by Ilash, which led to speculations about the authenticity of Rakhi’s engagement. Eventually, Rakhi confessed that her engagement was primarily motivated by monetary interests rather than genuine affection.