Three years after they met and fell in love on the sets of ‘Housefull 2’, Sajid Khan and Jacqueline Fernandez have decided to part ways. The 42-year-old filmmaker, who recently directed the Himmatwala, and the 28-year-old former beauty pageant from Sri Lanka last seen in Race – 2, took the decision early this week. The couple had so far been quite committed to the relationship.
Sajid met Jacqueline’s parents in October last year and there were reports that they were pretty close to getting married as well. Curiously enough, though Sajid never shied away from confessing his love for her, Jacqueline has always evaded all questions pertaining to her ‘boyfriend.’ Despite the fact that they graced several social events, parties and photo calls together. Confirming the development, a source close to the two said: “Sajid and Jacqueline were having serious issues since February this year. But they have many common friends who always helped them patch up. Their efforts worked for a while, but the cracks kept resurfacing.”
According to reports, Sajid’s earnestness as a lover may have killed the fledgling romance. “He was always protective, but at times too possessive of his girlfriend,” said a source, adding, “Jackie brought out his prudish side… he had issues with the way she dressed, her roles… everything.” Industry insiders say this cost Jacqueline her coveted roles in Jism -2 and Krrish-3. Sajid apparently prohibited her from kissing Hrithik Roshan on screen or shooting sensual scenes with Arunoday Singh and Randeep Hooda. “Sajid’s bear hug was stifling Jackie, and though it was a painful decision, they decided it is best to remain friends and end up as bickering lovers,” said the source. A friend of the filmmaker called to say that the ‘parting was amicable’. “There is no animosity. Now, both Sajid and Jacqueline want to focus only on their respective careers. Post Race 2, Jacqueline has been getting many offers. As for Sajid, he wants to bounce back with vengeance after Himmatwala.” What remains to be seen is whether Jacqueline finds pride of place in Sajid’s next film starring Saif Ali Khan anymore.
