Chunky Panday and Bhavana Pandey recall their first Valentine's day; share the golden rule in their successful marriage

Chunky Pandey and Bhavana Pandey share expertise on their successful marriage

Chunky Panday and Bhavana Pandey have been happily married for 27 years, and their bond remains as strong as ever. Their playful chemistry and affection for one another are evident, especially on the reality show Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives, where they even celebrated their love by renewing their vows and marrying each other for a second time. Recently, the couple looked back at their first Valentines.

The couple’s enduring relationship is a testament to their deep connection and sense of fun, making them one of the most loved pairs in the industry. Their journey together continues to inspire fans with their unwavering love and support for each other.

Looking back at their early days together, Chunky Panday and Bhavana Pandey spent their first Valentine’s Day after marriage enjoying a romantic dinner at a five-star hotel in Mumbai. Reflecting on their enduring relationship, Chunky shares a key "golden rule" that has played a significant role in keeping their bond strong over the years—maintaining mutual respect and always prioritising each other’s happiness.

"We gossip like friends, fight like friends, but the rule is even if we have a difference of opinion — and we have a lot of it, it’s healthy — we never go to sleep with that problem. We always resolve it the same day, even if it is a big issue. Once, it continued till the next day, and it was unpleasant. We reach a decision the same day now, and another golden rule is Bhavana is always right!" Chunky mentioned.

“I think ours was less a love story and more of a friendship story,” chuckles Chunky, adding, “We dated each other for a year and a half, and then I popped the question to her.”

Bhavana mentioned, “I was very young when I met him. He was older and I guess absolutely ready to settle down. What really attracted me was he was really charming, good looking, and made me laugh. We had a lot of fun together, like you would with your best friend. But besides all this, I saw a very kind, empathetic side to him. He was very close to his parents, his brother, which also showed a side to him which was endearing.”

With the rise of dating apps and the convenience of finding love at the touch of a button, Bhavana Pandey reflects on love and relationships in today’s world. She shares, “I think the feeling of love can never change, whatever generation you come from. I think it’s the accessibility that’s changed. We could only speak to each other over landlines, hide from parents and couldn’t wait to see each other… today with video calls, social media, and so many other options, the experience is not the same.”