Mahesh Bhatt's Real Life Inspiration For Aashiqui Revealed

Pooja Bhatt recently disclosed that the iconic film Aashiqui was deeply rooted in the teenage love story of her parents, Mahesh Bhatt and his first wife, Lorraine. The narrative reflects their personal journey, marked by Mahesh Bhatt jumping over walls to meet Lorraine while she resided in an orphanage, eventually taking responsibility for her after her expulsion from school.

The relationship, though instrumental in shaping the filmmaker's creative output, faced significant challenges during the couple's time together. Mahesh Bhatt openly admitted to an affair with actor Parveen Babi during his marriage to Lorraine, a period that ultimately redefined their partnership and led to their separation.

Despite the end of their marriage, the bond between the former couple remained grounded in mutual respect. Pooja Bhatt noted that her mother offered her blessing to Mahesh Bhatt, even amidst the complexities of his later marriage to Soni Razdan. This disclosure offers fans a deeper look into the autobiographical elements that influenced Bollywood cinema's most famous romantic drama.