Hyderabad, Sept. 17 -- At the peak of the 2000s, Akshay Kumar and Priyanka Chopra became one of Bollywood's most sought-after onscreen couples. Their pairing brought freshness and charm, whether it was the romantic drama Andaaz, the bold thriller Aitraaz, or the emotional family story Waqt: The Race Against Time. Audiences loved their sizzling chemistry, and filmmakers rushed to cast them together, convinced they could deliver both box office success and memorable performances.

Rumours and Family Objections

Despite their success, rumours about a possible relationship between the two stars began to spread widely. According to veteran journalist Pooja Samant, filmmaker Suneel Darshan once revealed that Akshay's family was uncomfortable wi...