New Delhi: Bollywood actor Arjun Rampal and Mehr Jesia divorced after nearly 20 years of marriage. Arjun recently shared his thoughts on their divorce and why he and his long-time girlfriend Gabriella Demetriades havent felt like getting married yet. He believes that a successful marriage requires taking your time and not rushing into it.Arjun talks about marriage & maturityOn The Ranveer Show, Arjun Rampal shared that he married Mehr Jesia too soon, at 24. He believes that getting married at a young age can be a mistake, as theres still so much to learn and experience. Arjun humorously added that men tend to mature slower than women and that waiting and gaining more life experience is key to a successful marriage.He also said that though he has seen men being married to their childhood sweethearts and their relationships being successful, he feels those are just miracles. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Arjun Rampal (@rampal72)Arjun: I had come from a broken homeArjun Rampal reflected on his divorce from Mehr, with whom he has two daughters namely Mahikaa and Myra, Arjun said, Its very difficult it is not easy on anyone, and its the most difficult on children. Initially, he thought divorce would bring freedom, but soon realized it felt empty and lonely. He said you start to miss the comfort and security of home and family.Arjun shared I had come from a broken home when I was young and for me to not have succeeded in marriage was something which I really had to look back upon and see how did this go wrong and how did I not see... then I realised why it went wrong and what were the things, and I take responsibility for it. Arjuns second chance in love Despite the challenges of divorce, the 51-year-old actor said, he is grateful that everyone has moved forward positively. He, his girlfriend Gabriella, their two sons, his daughters from his previous marriage (Mahikaa and Myra) and his ex-wife Mehr Jesia all enjoy a loving and close relationship with each other. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Arjun Rampal (@rampal72)We will always have each others back. You dont have to live under the same roof or be bound or separated by a piece of paper, Arjun said. Arjun feels grateful for a second chance in love with Gabriella, Both have been in a relationship since 2018. Although they havent tied the knot and he cherishes their bond. Its not about me or her, its just that a marriage certificate is just a formality. We feel married already and thats certain in my mind. But sometimes having that official paper can change how people act toward each other. Legally, youre tied together and it might shift your attitude. In our hearts, were already married, the actor said. He added that they are not opposed to the idea of marriage itself by choosing not to get the certificate.Arjuns upcoming projectArjun Rampals most recent film appearance was in the movie Crakk, and he is currently engaged in filming his next project, a cinematic endeavor that boasts a talented cast, including Sanjay Dutt and Ranveer Singh, alongside whom he will share the screen.
