Popular TV and film actor Ram Kapoor recently shared some unknown and personal stories about his marriage with Gautami Kapoor. In a chat with filmmaker Farah Khan on her YouTube channel, Ram revealed that he and Gautami lived together before tying the knot — a bold step back in the day when live-in relationships were not very common in India. Let’s dive into this beautiful and inspiring love story that’s full of honesty, support, and companionship.
💑 Ram Kapoor and Gautami’s Love Story Began On Set
Ram Kapoor met Gautami during the shooting of their hit TV serial Ghar Ek Mandir, where she initially played his sister-in-law, and later, his wife. Their on-screen chemistry soon turned into real love. Ram, who is fun-loving and outgoing, fell for Gautami, who is calm and reserved.
Despite being very different as individuals, they connected deeply. After dating for a while, Ram proposed to Gautami at a party, and the couple got married on Valentine’s Day in 2003. Today, they are proud parents to two kids — Sia and Aks.
🏡 They Lived Together Before Marriage – A Rare Thing Back Then
In a recent chat, Ram Kapoor openly admitted that he and Gautami lived together for almost 1.5 to 2 years before getting married. At that time, live-in relationships were seen as taboo in Indian society. But the couple didn’t care about what others would say — they knew they were serious about each other.
Farah Khan, who was surprised to hear this, even joked and congratulated Gautami for still marrying Ram after living with him. Ram laughed and agreed, saying it was a big step during those days.
💬 ‘Nobody Thought Tikegi Shaadi’ – Ram Kapoor Shares
Ram Kapoor shared that many of his friends and even family members didn’t believe his marriage would last. They often asked Gautami, “Why are you marrying him?” According to Ram, they all felt that he wasn’t the right guy to settle down. But Ram proved everyone wrong.
He proudly said, “Now it’s been 25 years of marriage. Back then, people said our marriage won’t last even 2 years. But today, we’re still together and happy.” Ram also joked, saying, “Jaise main isko jhelta hoon, yeh bhi mujhe jhelti hai… shaadi is tit for tat.”
💸 Lived on Gautami’s Income – Ram’s Honest Confession
In an earlier interview with Humans of Bombay, Ram had revealed another lesser-known truth — he had no work during the first year after marriage and lived on Gautami’s income. While Gautami was working in the popular serial Lipstick, Ram had no job.
He remembered how tough it was and said, “I started with Rs. 1,500 per day for a Doordarshan show. It was not easy, but Gautami supported me fully. That part of our life is mostly forgotten by people.” Ram’s honesty in sharing this phase of life shows how the couple stood by each other through thick and thin.
🎭 From Financial Struggles to a Strong Family Bond
Ram Kapoor is now a well-known name in both TV and digital world. His recent performance in the web series Mistry got a lot of praise. But behind this successful journey is a strong support system — his wife Gautami and their shared understanding. Their journey shows that true love isn’t about perfect conditions, it’s about standing together even in the hardest times.
Conclusion
Ram Kapoor and Gautami Kapoor’s story is a heart-touching example of how love, trust, and patience can make any relationship strong. They didn’t follow the usual rules — they made their own path, stayed together during struggles, and proved everyone wrong. Today, their relationship is an inspiration for many young couples in India. In a world full of temporary connections, their bond reminds us that real love still exists.