In the world of Bollywood 70s and 80s were time of fierce rivalries dramatic love stories and stars whose lives off-screen were just as gripping as their on-screen personas. Among many tales of that golden era one story stands out a narrative involving a dashing superstar who once ruled hearts and headlines alike and whose career and personal life were both marked by soaring highs and intense emotional struggles. Who was this superstar? Here we are talking about Late Vinod Khanna the suave charismatic actor who at one point was the closest competitor to legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan. With his calm screen presence sharp features and restrained yet powerful performances Khanna was not just a star he was a phenomenon. His pairing with actresses like Shabana Azmi Late Sridevi Rakhee and especially Amrita Singh was widely talked about. She was much younger than him and deeply in love but their relationship didn’t get her family’s approval due to his age past marriage and religious background. How challenging did it become for Vinod Khanna? On professional front Vinod Khannas rise was so impactful that many in industry believed he could challenge Amitabh Bachchan’s superstardom. He delivered consistent hits and was often cast in roles that mirrored or complemented Bachchan’s intensity. But at the peak of his career something changed. Khanna made a bold move he walked away from fame and films to follow the spiritual path of Osho (Bhagwan Rajneesh). He relocated to the United States and lived a simple life in the Rajneeshpuram commune even working as a gardener.