veteran actress Zeenat Aman Again defending her support for live-in relationships, insisting couples should live together before making a lifelong commitment through marriage. Although her views were criticized by some of her contemporaries, including Mumtaz and Saira Banu, the actress said she remains steadfast in her beliefs.In a recent conversation with Shubra Aiyaappa, Zeenat explained why she believes live-in relationships are more important than ever in today’s world.
“You need to ensure compatibility”
Sharing her views, Zeenat said, “In today’s time, and even in the past, nothing lasts forever. You need to ensure compatibility before making a legal commitment. This is my opinion. You need to know if you are mentally and emotionally compatible. “She went on to explain that compatibility isn’t just limited to romance, but also includes important aspects of building a life together.“If you were going to have kids, how would you raise them? What are your thoughts on finances? If it’s not compatible, what’s the point? Wouldn’t you rather have five years of fun than fifteen years of pain? That’s what I believe,” she added.
“The honeymoon phase doesn’t last forever.”
The actress also spoke about the reality of long-term relationships, saying many people mistakenly believe that only romance can sustain a marriage.“People think romance lasts forever. Nothing lasts forever. Relationships are always an evolving process. There has to be give and take, adjustments and compromises if things are going to work. Relationships evolve. If you think the honeymoon phase lasts forever, it doesn’t,” she said.
Zeenat shares the same advice to her sons
Zenat Aman It was previously revealed that she gave the same advice to her sons, encouraging them to live with their partners before deciding to get married. She often said that her views were informed by her own personal experiences. The actress had a brief marriage to Sanjay Khan, but the relationship ended amid allegations of physical abuse after she suffered severe eye damage during an infamous hotel room incident. Later she married an actor Mazhar KhanBut the marriage also faced some challenges. Over the years, Zeenat has spoken candidly about her alleged infidelity during her pregnancy and the eventual breakdown of their relationship.
