Pankaj Tripathi Wife, Mridula: Bollywood star Pankaj Tripathi is widely known for his stellar acting skills, but not many are aware of the personal struggles he has faced over the years. In a recent interview, his wife, Mridula, made a surprising revelation about her relationship with her mother-in-law, 20 years after marrying Pankaj. The couple had a love marriage, going against their families’ wishes, and this decision has caused lingering tensions.
Love Marriage Led to Family Rift
Mridula shared that despite 20 years of marriage, her mother-in-law still hasn’t fully accepted her. She opened up about the challenges they faced due to their love marriage, which wasn’t accepted by both families initially. Despite the obstacles, Mridula and Pankaj decided to marry and stand by their love.
How Mridula and Pankaj Met
The couple first met at Mridula’s brother’s wedding, who happened to be marrying Pankaj Tripathi’s sister. Coming from a higher-class family, Mridula was concerned about how her family would perceive her relationship with Pankaj, considering their differing family statuses.
Class Differences and Family Reactions
Mridula revealed the ongoing challenges, saying, “It’s still not accepted. In our culture, marrying into a lower-status family is seen as unacceptable, especially since my sister-in-law had already married into our high-status family.” The class difference continued to create issues even after their marriage.
Father’s Unexpected Reaction
Mridula also recalled how she confessed her love for Pankaj when her family had arranged her marriage to someone else. To her surprise, her father’s reaction was supportive. He asked, “Why didn’t you tell me earlier? I wouldn’t have wasted time looking for grooms!” However, her mother and sister-in-law were not as accepting.
Mother-in-Law’s Reluctance to Accept
Speaking further, Mridula revealed that her mother-in-law never fully accepted her. “Even after all these years, my mother-in-law hasn’t accepted me. She’s still troubled by our inter-caste relationship, but what can we do now?” she concluded.