Priyanka Tiwari
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After years of public silence, actor Indraneil Sengupta has opened up about his separation from actress Barkha Bisht, marking a candid chapter in their long-standing personal and professional relationship. The couple, who got married in 2008 after working together in Pyaar Ke Do Naam: Ek Raadha, Ek Shyaam, officially separated in 2022, after 14 years of marriage. They share a daughter, Meira, born in 2011.
Barkha Bisht's Heartfelt Revelations
The controversy resurfaced when Barkha, in an emotional interview with Siddharth Kanan, accused Indraneil of infidelity and walking out of the marriage without a clear explanation. Despite being aware of his alleged affair, she tried to save their relationship for two years.
“I always thought I’d walk out if I was cheated on, but when it happens, you realize it’s not so easy,” Barkha admitted.
“I would have forgiven Indraneil—I tried. I have no shame in saying that.”
She also spoke about confronting him regarding rumors of an affair with Bengali actress Ishaa Saha, but said his response was not convincing.
Indraneil’s Response: Redefining ‘Failure’ in Relationships
In a separate interview with Sanghmitra Hitaishi, Indraneil offered a calm and introspective perspective on the separation, refusing to label their marriage as a failure.
“My marriage has worked for 13 years. It didn’t go forever—that doesn’t mean it failed,” he shared.
“This experience, though painful, has led to significant personal growth.”
He challenged societal expectations about lasting relationships, questioning the idea of “forever” as a benchmark.
“There were beautiful moments, and there were bad ones. That’s life. We were different people from day one, and over time, we became more of ourselves.”
“No One Is Wrong” – A Balanced Outlook
Indraneil emphasized that both he and Barkha had their own individual paths and journeys, even during their time together.
“Two people evolved. No one is wrong. Sometimes personalities grow apart,” he said, defending the natural course of relationships.
He concluded by challenging traditional perceptions of lasting marriages, saying relationships in previous generations often survived due to dependency, not necessarily compatibility.
“I don’t agree with the word ‘failure’. People may not like it, but most relationships in the past worked because people had no choice.”
A Private Journey in Public View
While Barkha has openly shared her emotional struggles, and Indraneil has offered his own perspective, their story highlights the complex nature of modern relationships. Their mutual respect and self-awareness provide an honest look at how even long-term bonds can change over time.
