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Genelia Deshmukh calls husband Riteish Deshmukh her 'favourite chapter of life' in heartfelt anniversary note

Genelia Deshmukh marked 14 years of marriage with Riteish Deshmukh, sharing a heartfelt Instagram note calling him her “favourite chapter in life.”

February 03, 2026 / 17:44 IST
Genelia Deshmukh calls husband Riteish Deshmukh her 'favourite chapter of life' in heartfelt anniversary note
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  • Genelia Deshmukh shared a heartfelt note for Riteish on their 14th anniversary
  • Fans praised the couple's genuine bond and enduring love
  • Their relationship began on the sets of Tujhe Meri Kasam in 2003

Genelia Deshmukh marked a special milestone in her life by sharing a deeply personal note for her husband, Riteish Deshmukh, as the couple celebrated their 14th wedding anniversary. Taking to Instagram, the actor poured her heart out in a message that felt intimate, warm, and unmistakably sincere. “I love you, partner – today, tomorrow – forever,” she wrote, before adding a line that resonated widely with fans: “You will always be my favourite chapter in this beautiful story of life.

The note ended simply with “Happy Anniversary,” but its emotional weight was anything but simple.

Fans quickly flooded the comments section with love, calling them one of the most genuine couples in the industry.

In an industry often criticised for fleeting romances and carefully curated public images, Genelia and Riteish’s relationship stands out for its consistency. Their story began long before marriage, on the sets of their debut film, Tujhe Meri Kasam, released in 2003. Back then, neither imagined they were starting a journey that would span more than two decades. First impressions were far from romantic. Genelia, only 16 at the time, reportedly thought Riteish was arrogant, while he found her energetic nature a little puzzling. Time, shared work, and long conversations slowly changed those perceptions.

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What followed was a friendship that deepened quietly, away from constant media glare. As their careers took shape, their chemistry became visible on screen, notably in films like Masti, but off screen they chose discretion over display. For years, they avoided public confirmations, letting their bond grow without pressure.

After nearly a decade together, Riteish proposed in an intimate, private moment on a yacht, complete with pizza and fireworks. The couple tied the knot in 2012, celebrating their union with both a traditional Maharashtrian ceremony and a Christian wedding, reflecting their families and values. Today, Genelia Deshmukh and Riteish Deshmukh are parents to two sons, Riaan and Rahyl, and often speak about how family grounds them.

Even after years in the spotlight and more than 20 years together, their relationship still feels refreshingly real. Genelia’s anniversary note was not just a celebration of marriage, but a reminder that enduring love is built on friendship, patience, and choosing each other every single day.

Vaishnavi Gavankar is a senior entertainment journalist with over 8 years of experience covering Bollywood, Television, OTT platforms, and regional cinema.
first published: Feb 3, 2026 05:44 pm

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