How Did Suniel Dutt Propose to His Beloved Nargis Dutt?

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Key Takeaways
- Sunil Dutt and Nargis Dutt's love story began on the set of 'Mother India'.
- The proposal took place during a drive to Marine Drive.
- The couple married on March 11, 1958.
- They had three children together.
- Nargis's compassion was a significant reason for Dutt's love for her.
Mumbai, Sep 10 (NationPress) The enchanting love story of Sunil Dutt and Nargis Dutt commenced during the shooting of the 1957 classic film "Mother India", particularly when Dutt Sahab heroically rescued Nargis from a fire incident on set.
Nevertheless, in a memorable episode of the renowned talk show "Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai", hosted by Farooq Sheikh, Dutt revealed that this was not how he truly won over his beloved.
He humorously remarked, "I have saved many girls that way, but they did not become my wife".
Elaborating on his actual proposal, Dutt recounted: "One day, I offered to drive her to Marine Drive, and as we turned from the signal, I shared my feelings, confessing that 'I want to marry you'". The car fell into a profound silence afterward. He added, "If she had declined my proposal, I had made up my mind to return to my village and work in the fields".
He later shared that upon returning home one night, his sister congratulated him with the news that Nargis had accepted his proposal.
After receiving his mother’s blessing, the couple exchanged vows on March 11, 1958, in a private ceremony, followed by a celebration attended by close friends from the industry.
The couple was blessed with three children: Sanjay Dutt, Namrata Dutt, and Priya Dutt.
Dutt expressed that his admiration for Nargis stemmed from her genuine kindness towards others.
He shared a touching story about how Nargis supported his sister, who was facing a serious health crisis. Upon learning of the situation, Nargis took her to the doctor and even arranged for her operation.
While Dutt's sister was hospitalized, Nargis stepped in to care for her child, showcasing her nurturing spirit.