Bollywood is not only glitz, glamour, and mass appeal, it is also home to some of the most revered real-life love stories by the media and fans. While the fans see the chemistry of real-life couples and get giddy over on-screen hugs, it is the heartfelt devotion and romance I love about a handful of Bollywood stars. In an industry where marital relationships are constantly under scrutiny, there are a small handful of Bollywood dads that have not only kept their wow factor intact, but also gained accolades as loving, respectable and supportive husbands to their wives. These leading men are not only pack abs, perfect jawline and red carpet appearances. What I have most admired about these actors is their loving support and grieving humility to their wives. Whether it is demonstrating simple acts of affection via a social media post, or being with their wives through her sad times, these husbands have reminded me what it means to be married and to build your only "thing" with someone you are lucky enough to love. Whether it is planning surprise vacations, signing up for events side-by-side, or simply enjoying glimpses of ordinary domestic bliss, these husbands - what we are seeing here is that "handsome" is a lot more than physical attributes. It is about character. It's about compassion, and bolstering your partner's dignity and security in a tough line of work like Bollywood. Here I present the 10 most handsome and caring husbands of B-town, who make us believe in modern romance and salvaged respectability in companionship; the legends that we have come to associate with the behaviours of being a man. They have attempted to change masculinity with the perception that kindness, loyalty, and emotional engagement is power. From marriages that have lasted decades to new, fresh love stories from youthful heroes, there is hope for chivalry not being dead; it's simply progressed into class and authenticity. Let us look at the men throwing down meaningful relationship goals both on and off the screen.
10. Riteish Deshmukh:
Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia D'Souza are a popular Bollywoood couple who have had an amazing journey from co-stars to life partners. They first met in 2003, while making their Bollywood debut in Tujhe Meri Kasam. At first, Genelia was apprehensive of Riteish due to his political family background, but was touched by his humility, kindness and innocence. After just one meeting, their friendship flourished into love over the years. After nearly a decade of courtship, the couple tied the knot on February 3, 2012 in a Maharashtrian wedding ceremony. The couple were married a second time in a Christian ceremony the following day. Riteish and Genelia have delivered two glorious boys, Riaan and Rahyl. Riteish has a reputation of playing father roles in his comedic films such as Masti and Housefull. Genelia has starred in several commercially successful films in languages including Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Kannada. There is a fair share of Bollywood couples to look up to, yet Riteish and Genelia's longstanding union is truly inspirational!
9. Aparshakti Khurana:
Aparshakti Khurana married his childhood/college sweetheart, Aakriti Ahuja, on 7 September 2014, after meeting in a Shiamak Davar dance class in Chandigarh. Aakriti, a graduate of ISB and an entrepreneur, started La Feria Events in 2016. The couple, who have public displays of affection and a supportive relationship, have celebrated many anniversaries and each year, they have shared supportive posts-induced heartwarming tributes, to acknowledge milestones - both Aakriti and Aparshakti shared tributes on their fifth anniversary in 2019, we will only include two examples; which included their seventh anniversary in 2021, shortly after they became parents to Arzoie A. Khurana. They shared news of Aakriti's pregnancy relating back to 'lockdown', in a playful post to announce. Their daughter, Arzoie A. Khurana, was born on 27 August 2021. Guessing, they are approaching their eleven years of marriage; their affectionate relationship is characterized by warmth, humor, and partnership led by friendship, family values, and simply enjoying life together!
8. Pulkit Samrat:
In November 2014, Pulkit married Shweta Rohira (Salman Khan's rakhi sister) in Goa with Salman Khan in attendance. Then in November 2015, the couple separated (Pulkit moved out and cited family problems) and divorced formally in early 2016. In 2019, Pulkit started dating Kriti Kharbanda after they worked together on both Pagalpanti and Veerey Ki Wedding. After dating for five years, they were engaged in January 2024, and on 15 March 2024, married in a pastel-themed Punjabi ceremony very turbo-charged with culture at ITC Grand Bharat, Manesar. Since then, they have been posting love notes for each other on their anniversaries and on Valentine's Day which alludes to a new type of love based upon friendship, support for each other, and feeling like equals.
7. Vikrant Massey:
Vikrant Massey has been in a committed relationship with actress Sheetal Thakur since they started dating in 2015, after meeting on the set of Broken But Beautiful. The couple became engaged in November 2019 and officially registered their marriage in a private court ceremony on 14 February 2022, just a few moments later they had the traditional marriage ceremony in Himachal Pradesh on 18 February, 2022. The entire event was enjoyed by their close family and friends. In February 2024, they happily welcomed a baby boy named Vardaan. The couple often shares important moments and meaningful anniversary notes on social media, showcasing warmth, togetherness, and family values.
6. Ranveer Singh:
Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh are one of Bollywood's biggest power couples. They first met on the sets of Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela and quickly fell in love. After dating for a number of years, they were married in a private ceremony at Lake Como, Italy, in November 2018. While Deepika is calm and graceful, Ranveer is high energy and flamboyant, the couple has a lovely balance together. The two have appeared in blockbusters such as Ram-Leela, Bajirao Mastani, and Padmaavat. Deepika is celebrated for her poise and ability to deliver strong performances, Ranveer is praised for his agile versatility and over-the-top fashion style. In 2024, they announced they were expecting their first child, made headlines, and put genuine smiles on fans around the world with their happy news.
5. Shahid Kapoor:
Shahid Kapoor and Mira Rajput are a notable Bollywood couple thanks to their longstanding relationship and joint professional enterprises. Shahid Kapoor, who was born in 1981, is a popular actor who rose to fame in the 2000s mainly because of his role in movies such as Ishq Vishk and Kabir Singh. His family background as an actor combined with his training from Shiamak Davar's academy as a dancer has made him among one of Bollywood's top leading men. Mira Rajput, on the other hand, was born in 1994 and is a lifestyle influencer/nutritionist based in Delhi. She also gained attention to the public through her marriage to Shahid in 2015, since it was an arranged marriage through their parents. And although there is a 13-year age difference, they have a great partnership with each other. In total, they have two children, Misha (born in 2016) and Zain (born in 2018). Although Mira is considering her opportunities within the career she pushed to be a supportive mother, and Shahid appreciates that choice she made. She recently co-founded a skincare brand Akind Beauty, to Assert herself as a lifelong learner and entrepreneur. There seems to be a mutual respect for each other, and by the many posts from Shahid on social media, there seems to be a lot of support for Mira's achievements and their family.
4. Sidharth Malhotra:
Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra are undoubtedly one of Bollywood’s most loved couples with their great chemistry on-screen and off. Sources place the couple together sometime after they shot the film Shershaah (2021) when Kiara and Sidharth's camaraderie became really solid especially in their roles of Vikram Batra and Dimple Cheema where they stole everyone’s hearts. The lovebirds were private about their relationship when they got married in a regal yet private wedding ceremony in February 2023 at Suryagarh Palace, Jaisalmer. Kiara is known for her work in Kabir Singh, Good Newwz, and Satyaprem Ki Katha while Sidharth is getting known for his work in Student of the Year, Ek Villain, and Indian Polic Force. It is hard not to adore this couple separately and together considering their charm, down-to-earth nature and love to be together.
3. Ranbir Kapoor:
Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt have become one of Bollywood's premier couples. After dating during the filming of Brahmāstra, they got married in April 2022 in a private ceremony. The couple welcomed their daughter, Raha, in November 2022. Both are established actors, with Ranbir acting in movies such as Barfi! and Sanju and Alia acting in films like Raazi, Gully Boy, and Gangubai Kathiawadi. Their chemistry in real-life translates perfectly into the movies they have made together, particularly in Brahmāstra. Alia is also going international with her Hollywood debut in Heart of Stone. Although they have a high profile in the industry, they maintain a low profile outside of it; both for their attributes and talents. We look forward to more movies with both Ranbir and Alia, along with images of their family.
2. Varun Dhawan:
On January 24, 2021, Varun Dhawan married his childhood sweetheart, fashion designer Natasha Dalal, in an intimate ceremony at The Mansion House in Alibaug, and the only people in attendance were family and close friends. The three-day wedding included traditional Indian customs with all the fun and a dramatic baraat entrance. Varun has called Natasha the “pillow on your head,” saying she helped him feel like he was safe—indicating their relationship is open and communicative. A child, Lara, with Natasha was born in June 2024, and Laras first birthday was marked by a private celebrations video that went viral in June 2025. Their marriage has been praised for warmth, equality, fun, and mutual respect.
1. Vicky Kaushal:
Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal are a charming Bollywood couple adored for their effortless romance and relatable relationship. They remained tight-lipped about their relationship, shocking fans with their dreamy wedding at Six Senses Fort Barwara, Rajasthan in December 2021. Katrina, an exceptionally graceful actor known for Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara and the Tiger franchise, pairs beautifully well with Vicky, a National Award-winning actor known for his roles in Uri: The Surgical Strike, Sardar Udham, and more. Their combinations seem ideally suited;particularly their contrasting styles; Katrina's elegance and glamour often noted against Vicky's understated nature and thoughtful approach. The couple shares glimpses of their life together on social media and with the greatest care and genuine humility seem to win peoples heart with their simplicity and unpretentiousness. Both are in the public eye generating exposure to their relationship which is contrasts in their wonderful humanity. Fans all around the world watch with excitement for their project(s) and embrace the few candid moments we do see as a couple.
