Death Anniversary: Feroz Khan married a single mother and divorced her after 20 years for an airhostess

Feroz Khan

Feroz Khan, a renowned Indian actor, director, and producer, was celebrated for his unique style and contributions to Bollywood, appearing in over 60 films and being a trendsetter in fashion and filmmaking

Feroz Khan

Born on September 25, 1939, in Bangalore, he completed his education in the city before moving to Mumbai to pursue a career in acting, making his debut in the 1960 film 'Didi'

Feroz Khan

Khan gained fame with his performance in 'Unche Log' (1965) and received the Filmfare Best Supporting Actor Award for 'Aadmi Aur Insaan' (1970) He was also known for films like 'Mela' and 'Dharmatma', marking his journey as a producer-director.

Feroz Khan

Known as Bollywood's first and last 'cowboy', Feroz Khan maintained a royal persona throughout his life, earning a reputation as one of the most stylish actors of the 70s-80s

Feroz Khan

Before marriage, Khan was known for his love of nightlife and parties, where he met Sundari, a single mother, whom he married in 1965 They had two children together.

Feroz Khan

After years of marriage, Sundari discovered Feroz's affair with Jyotika Dhanrajgir, an airhostess from a prominent family, leading to their divorce after two decades in 1985

Feroz Khan

Despite a long relationship with Jyotika, Feroz Khan never married her, and she eventually moved to London after the relationship ended

Feroz Khan

Feroz Khan continued to work in films, with 'Welcome' (2007) being his last release before passing away from cancer on April 27, 2009, at his farmhouse in Bangalore

Feroz Khan

Recognized for his lifetime achievements in cinema, Feroz Khan was honored with the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award in 2010, solidifying his legacy in the Indian film industry