Bhagyashree thought Salman Khan was flirting with her on Maine Pyar Kiya set.

As Maine Pyar Kiya (1989) celebrated its 35th anniversary, the film’s iconic lead pair, Salman Khan and Bhagyashree, shared a special place in the hearts of fans. In a recent interview, Bhagyashree revisited her memories from the shoot and shared an amusing moment when she initially thought Salman Khan was flirting with her.

Bhagyashree Recalls an Unexpected Gesture

During an interview with Kovid Gupta Films’ YouTube channel, Bhagyashree opened up about an incident while filming the song ‘Dil Deewana.’ She explained that she had been feeling quite lonely on set since she was away from her family. “We had to shoot ‘Dil Deewana,’ and suddenly Salman came and sat right next to me and started singing the song into my ear,” she recalled. She added that until that moment, Salman had always been a gentleman on set, making the gesture seem out of place.

“I couldn’t understand. Well, it just seemed like crossing the line over flirting, and I said, ‘Why is he doing this?’” Bhagyashree admitted she was puzzled by his actions at first, unsure of his intentions.

The Unexpected Twist in the Story

Things took an even more surprising turn when Salman Khan, sensing her confusion, took her aside. Bhagyashree recounted, “He finally took me to the side and said, ‘I know!’ I was like really? He said, ‘I know who you are in love with.’” Salman then revealed he knew about her relationship with a person named Himalaya, which left Bhagyashree in shock. “He said, ‘I know about Himalaya. Why don’t you call him here?’ I was like, ‘Oh my god! This can’t be happening,’” Bhagyashree laughed, remembering the moment.

A Timeless Film and Unforgettable Chemistry

Sooraj Barjatya’s Maine Pyar Kiya became one of Bollywood’s most beloved films upon its release. After 35 years, Maine Pyar Kiya was re-released in theatres on August 23, 2024, to celebrate its legacy. The film also starred a stellar supporting cast, including Alok Nath, Mohnish Bahl, Reema Lagoo, Rajeev Verma, and Ajit Vachani, all of whom contributed to the film’s widespread popularity.