Hema Malini widely known as Bollywoods Dream Girl captivated fans with her admirable beauty and impeccable acting skills. Married to her Sholay co-star Dharmendra the couple have two children- Esha Deol and Ahana Deol. Did you know Hema Malinis mother wasnt in favour of her decision to marry Dharmendra as he was already married at the time? Instead he had another actor in her mind who she was impressed with and wanted him to be her son-in-law. Jaya Chakravarthy Hema Malinis mother was a producer and a costume designer for popular films like Dream Girl (1977) Swami (1977) and Dillagi (1978). Jaya desired to be a dancer but couldnt pursue her dreams so she made sure to experience vicariously through her daughter and made her a superstar. According to reports before Dharmendra Hema Malini was reportedly in love with Sanjeev Kumar and even planned to marry him and settle down. However their relationship ended due to contrasting opinions with Kumars family asking her to give up acting. Later Hema fell in love with Dharmendra but her family was against their relationship due to his first marriage with Prakash Kaur. His parents opposed the idea of marrying a man who was already married and had children. In the 250th issue of Mayapuri it was stated that Hema Malinis mother wanted Girish Karnad as her son-in-law. Girish worked as an actor film director Kannada writer and playwright at the time. Hemas mother admired his behaviour and professionalism. Moreover to bring them closer she even produced the film Ratnadeep hoping they would fell in love and get married. However that didnt happen and eventually Hema Malini married Dharmendra despite all the obstacles and family rejections.