Bobby Deol, the star who created a sensation with his role in ‘Animal’, also experienced the pangs of first love. While success in his professional life has been undeniable, his first romantic relationship did not culminate in marriage. This article delves into the story of Bobby’s first love, a prominent actress of the 80s and 90s, whose name was also linked with Govinda. Deol’s acting debut was in 1995 with the film ‘Barsaat’. However, his love story began before his foray into films. The object of his affection was already a well-established actress in Bollywood, known for her performances and beauty. Their relationship, however, ended after five years.
The actress in question was Neelam Kothari. Their relationship spanned five years, commencing even before Bobby’s debut. Kothari started her film journey in 1984. While she had initial success, her breakthrough came with Govinda’s film ‘Ilzaam’. Various theories surround their breakup. Some suggest that actor Dharmendra, Bobby’s father, disapproved of the relationship. Others point to rumors linking Bobby with Pooja Bhatt, which allegedly caused a rift. Neelam, however, offered a different perspective in a past interview.
