Actor Vindu Dara Singh has recently revealed the reason for the fallout in his first marriage with actress Farah Naaz, sister of Tabu. He said her religious beliefs changed, which eventually led to their separation. In his recent appearance on the Bindas Bol podcast, Vindu recalled that Farah’s outlook towards religion changed after her Hajj pilgrimage.
The actor also recalled how his late father, Dara Singh, cautioned him about entering into an interfaith marriage.
Vindu Dara Singh Recalled Farah Naaz’s Hajj Pilgrimage And The Change In Beliefs
During the podcast, Vindu Dara Singh was questioned about his first marriage with Tabu’s sister Farah Naaz and what led to their separation. The actor replied by saying that Farah changed and that her religious beliefs had undergone a significant shift after coming back from Hajj.
“Hajj ke baad change ho gayi, tabhi hi log kehte hain Hindu-Muslim ki shaadi nahi honi chahiye. Hajj se aane ke baad unhone maan liya tha ki mujhe Islam dharam ko manna hai, Hindu dharam ko nahi,” he said.
Vindu Singh then revealed that the cultural difference was not a problem when they met for the first time. However, things changed, which led to disagreements.
"Dharam wala koi system tha nahi humara. Lekin woh jab jake aayi, change ho gayi, friction aa gaya," he added.
Vindu also explained that Farah agreed to quit smoking if he arranged her Hajj pilgrimage. Vindu said Farah had told him, "You send me for Hajj, then I will quit smoking." He agreed to arrange the trip, but things did not turn out the way he expected.
"When she came back from Hajj, she was a completely different woman. Everything about her was changed. That's when I remembered whatever Dad said to me. From there, things started to go downhill," he recalled.
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Dara Singh Warned Vindu Before Marrying An Inter-Religion Woman
In a March 2024 podcast with Siddharth Kannan, Vindu remembered that his father, wrestling legend and actor Dara Singh, had reservations about his decision to marry Farah because of the cultural differences.
Vindu recalled Dara Singh telling him, "Love tak to thik hai, par shaadi jab hoti hai… when it's different religions, Hindu and Muslim, jab shaadi hoti hai it's a little hard."
But Vindu convinced his father and family that they truly love each other and their strong relationship would overcome any differences.
Looking back at how things turned out, Vindu acknowledged that his father’s concerns were relevant. He explained that when one partner becomes more religious over time, the expectations and dynamics within a marriage can change.
He reiterated this position in a June 2026 conversation with Kadak, saying, "Absolutely. Religion was completely normal between us. But suddenly she became very religious. We never had that highly religious system between us. So when you suddenly become very religious, complications happen. That is, according to me, the main reason."
Vindu Dara Singh and Farah Naaz Divorce
Vindu Dara Singh and Farah Naaz married in 1996. The couple welcomed their son, Fateh Randhawa, in 1997, before ending their marriage in 2002.
While talking about separation from Farah, Vindu revealed that he was not allowed to meet his son for six months after the divorce.
Despite the difficulties, Vindu has consistently spoken warmly about Farah's parenting. In public interviews, he also made it clear that he does not regret the marriage.
Recalling their time together, he said, "I have a beautiful, fantastic son from that marriage and I have very lovely memories with her, which I cherish. We are friends."
FAQs
Q1. Why did Vindu Dara Singh and Farah Naaz divorce?
A1. Vindu cited religious differences, claiming Farah became more religious after her Hajj pilgrimage.
Q2. When did Vindu Dara Singh and Farah Naaz get married?
A2. They married in 1996 and divorced in 2002.
Q3. Do Vindu Dara Singh and Farah Naaz have children?
A3. Yes, they have a son, Fateh Randhawa, born in 1997.