Neetu Kapoor Reveals 'Cold Wars' Defined Marriage to Rishi Kapoor
Veteran Indian actress Neetu Kapoor recently shared candid details about her marriage to the late actor Rishi Kapoor, revealing that their relationship was frequently marked by prolonged periods of silence she termed 'cold wars.' During a podcast with Soha Ali Khan, Neetu explained that arguments often lasted for months because Rishi was strong-minded and initially unwilling to listen. These silences were so common that family members joked they were 'married only for half the time.' Despite the tension, Rishi would eventually initiate reconciliation by checking on her well-being through their children, after which he would accommodate her requests. The article also features insights from psychologist Dr. Sakshi Mandhyan, who analyzes the impact of such behavior. Dr. Mandhyan warns that while silence may reduce immediate conflict, it increases emotional distance and creates interpretation gaps filled with resentment. She attributes this withdrawal to a psychological 'freeze response' when individuals feel unheard and advises couples to practice emotional regulation and active listening to resolve conflicts healthily rather than avoiding them.
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Neetu Kapoor Reveals 'Cold Wars' Defined Marriage to Rishi Kapoor
Veteran Indian actress Neetu Kapoor recently shared candid details about her marriage to the late actor Rishi Kapoor, revealing that their relationship was frequently marked by prolonged periods of silence she termed 'cold wars.' During a podcast with Soha Ali Khan, Neetu explained that arguments often lasted for months because Rishi was strong-minded and initially unwilling to listen. These silences were so common that family members joked they were 'married only for half the time.' Despite the tension, Rishi would eventually initiate reconciliation by checking on her well-being through their children, after which he would accommodate her requests. The article also features insights from psychologist Dr. Sakshi Mandhyan, who analyzes the impact of such behavior. Dr. Mandhyan warns that while silence may reduce immediate conflict, it increases emotional distance and creates interpretation gaps filled with resentment. She attributes this withdrawal to a psychological 'freeze response' when individuals feel unheard and advises couples to practice emotional regulation and active listening to resolve conflicts healthily rather than avoiding them.
The Indian Express