While marriage was once considered the only socially acceptable norm, several Bollywood celebrities have broken conventions, choosing to live together before tying the knot, or, in some cases, choosing to part ways without marriage. Here let’s take a look at some of the Bollywood celebrities who went for liv-in relationships.

Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap and actress Kalki Koechlin started their journey as a live-in couple before marrying in 2011. Unfortunately, their marriage didn’t last, and they announced their separation in 2013. Despite parting ways, the two have remained on amicable terms and continue to support each other’s careers.

One of the most talked-about live-in relationships in Bollywood was between Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif. According to Hindustan Times, In 2014, reports emerged that they had moved into a luxurious apartment in Bandra. The couple stayed together for two years before parting ways in 2016. While fans had anticipated wedding bells, their relationship came to an abrupt end, and both have since moved on—Ranbir with Alia Bhatt and Katrina with Vicky Kaushal.

John Abraham and Bipasha Basu were together for nearly a decade, making them one of Bollywood’s most adored couples. Unlike many others, they openly admitted to being in a live-in relationship. However, despite spending nine years together, they eventually separated. Today, both are happily married to different partners, but their relationship remains a significant chapter in Bollywood’s live-in history.

Kareena Kapoor Khan and Saif Ali Khan are one of Bollywood’s most glamorous couples. Their love story is well-documented, and they openly embraced the idea of a live-in relationship before their marriage in 2012. According to Mirchi.in, Kareena has spoken candidly about this, saying, “I have tried and tested the live-in relationship formula, and now I can personally advocate it for modern Indian couples.” For the actress, this was an important step in understanding her partner better, and she has always encouraged young couples to follow what works best for them.

Much like her brother Saif, Soha Ali Khan also chose to live with her partner Kunal Khemu before walking down the aisle. Unlike many other Bollywood couples, they never hid their relationship and often spoke about their decision. Soha once said, “When you have so much faith in someone, completing the document is no longer necessary.” However, she also emphasized that every couple should make their own decision rather than simply following a trend.

Not many people know that Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna lived together for a year before getting married in 2001. Interestingly, it was Twinkle’s mother, veteran actress Dimple Kapadia, who encouraged the decision. She believed that it would help them understand each other better, and clearly, it worked. The couple has been happily married for over two decades.

The ‘Perfectionist’ Aamir Khan and Kiran Rao’s relationship blossomed on the sets of Lagaan. After his divorce from Reena Dutt, Aamir started dating Kiran, and the two lived together for a year before getting married. Aamir once admitted, “I can’t imagine my life without Kiran by my side.” While the couple later separated, they continue to co-parent their son and maintain a strong professional partnership.