Boney Kapoor and Sridevi were adored by millions and were often seen as one of the cinemas most loved and iconic duos before her demise. Their love story though filled with sacrifices and challenges was built on affection and love. However the director once revealed how the actress was disturbed for six months after he confessed his love for her. Boney Kapoor and Sridevis love story Their love story began when Boney Kapoor already married first met the actress while working together on the film Mr. India in 1987. At that time he remained focused on his own family life. However over the years as they met again his feelings for her deepened. Their relationship began to evolve when Boney Kapoor after separating from his first wife Mona Shourie found himself drawn to Sridevi. He admitted in interviews that he was initially intimidated by the actress as she was a big star but their bond grew stronger when he became a producer for her films. Boney Kapoor was determined to tell his feelings and despite the personal and professional complications he proposed to her. Sridevi initially hesitant due to Boney Kapoor’s previous marriage took time to consider and there was a few months of silence between them. Later she accepted his love and they married in 1996. In a conversation he said I loved her I love her and I will love her till my death. It took me four-five-six years to convince her. When I proposed to her she did not talk to me for 6 months. She said- you are married and have two children how can you talk to me like this? But I said what was in my heart and luck favoured me. He emphasized the importance of honesty in relationships The director discussed how relationships evolve over time saying With each passing year understanding between the couple should increase. Lovey-dovey relationships without any differences do not last long. Nobody is perfect. I was also not perfect. I was already married but I never hid these things. (Mona) remained my friend till the end. It is always better to be honest with your partner and similarly you have to be honest with your children too. I am a friend to my children I am also a mother to my children and I am also a father to my children. He also shared his belief that it takes time for people to truly show their true selves in a relationship saying Only after seven years do people start revealing who they really are. Relationships are successful only when you are transparent with your partner and your children. There should be no pretence.