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Ankita Lokhande Shares Throwback 'Pavitra Rishta' Clip to Honor Late Co-Star Sushant Singh Rajput
27 Sep, 2025
Summary
- Ankita Lokhande shared an old video from their TV show 'Pavitra Rishta'
- The clip featured Ankita and Sushant Singh Rajput dancing together in traditional outfits
- Ankita and Sushant dated for 7 years during the show's filming
On September 25th, 2025, Ankita Lokhande took to social media to pay tribute to her former co-star and ex-boyfriend, the late Sushant Singh Rajput. Lokhande shared an old video clip from their hit television show 'Pavitra Rishta', which aired over 15 years ago.
The video featured Ankita and Sushant in traditional outfits, dancing together with dandiya sticks during what appeared to be a Navratri special episode. The on-screen pair, known as Archana and Manav, showcased their iconic chemistry that captivated audiences throughout the show's run.
Ankita and Sushant's relationship blossomed during the filming of 'Pavitra Rishta', and they dated for seven years before parting ways. The show, produced by Ektaa Kapoor, remains one of the most successful daily soaps of its era. In 2024, Ankita had penned a heartfelt note commemorating the 15th anniversary of the show, fondly recalling Sushant's support and guidance during her early acting days.
Sushant Singh Rajput went on to achieve great success in Bollywood, earning acclaim for films like 'Kai Po Che!', 'MS Dhoni: The Untold Story', and 'Chhichhore' before his untimely demise in 2020. Ankita, on the other hand, married businessman Vicky Jain in December 2021, but she continues to cherish the memories of her time with Sushant on the sets of 'Pavitra Rishta'.
