Akshay Kumar and Shilpa Shetty were quite the couple. He was known for his Casanova ways. However after the break up with Raveena, Shilpa was the perfect shoulder to cry on. Their liaison was supposed to be perfect, serving them both in their own ways. Shilpa fell for Akshay in an effort to break the 'cold' image that was said to be going around about her.

• The Split

Akshay's roving eye was said to be the reason the two decided to part ways. Shilpa also made sure that all the producers concerned knew that she would not put marriage before her career. She is reported to have said that Akshay was a part of her world, her career was important to her.

• The Present

Akshay Kumar has since married ex actor Twinkle Khanna. He has a son too. However rumours about his liaisons continue to make the rounds. There was supposed to be trouble in the Kumar paradise with Akshay moving into a Suburban five star for a few days. The couple however have overcome that and are still together.

Shilpa Shetty has gone on and achieved international fame after her appearance on Celebrity Big Brother in the UK. She has graced a few international magazines, met the UK Prime Minister and seems to be getting work like never before. By the way a new fragrance is on its way too.

Wondering about love? Well Shilpa now is practically fighting off marriage offers everyday.