Harsh Chhaya reveals he regretted and shouted after divorce from Shefali Shah: ‘Went on multiple dates’

Harsh and Shefali (Pics/Instagram)

Actors Harsh Chhaya and Shefali Shah were married for six years before they parted ways. The two had worked together on Zee TV's popular show Hasratein. They tied the knot in 1994 and eventually separated in 2000. Recalling the difficult phase, the actor admitted he shouted, regretted things, and even went on multiple dates to emotionally heal and move on from the separation.

Harsh Chhaya on separation from Shefali

Now, in a recent conversation with Lallantop, Harsh once again opened up about his divorce from Shefali. He said, "It is a very personal, case-to-case kind of thing. Our case was very clear. I could see that the relationship was hitting a dead end. When I was told, ‘I cannot stay with you anymore,' 8-9 months before that, I knew this was coming. I was prepared. For me, even though I know what is happening, at that moment I don't let it affect me mentally, so I focus on work, on myself, because I left Delhi and came to Mumbai for this. Personally, how one deals with it depends on them. I fortunately come from a space where I don't get shaken easily."

Harsh further added, "You need to try and stay sane when a situation like this comes. If you are uncomfortable, live with it; don't try to show yourself as strong. I lived with it for 5-6 months, regretted, shouted, etc. One day, I saw that you are under stress, everyone around you is willing to listen to your story and share their views. Once I spoke to someone, we discussed each other's issues, and later we went on a date. It happened a few times, and I made it a formula. I went on multiple dates over 2-3 months. It takes time. You don't have to show your bravery; rather, show what you are feeling."

More about Harsh and Shefali

After separating from Harsh Chhaya, Shefali Shah married director Vipul Amrutlal Shah in 2000. The couple has been together for 25 years and are parents to two sons, Aryaman and Maurya. Harsh later tied the knot with Suneeta Sengupta in 2003. Professionally, he was recently seen in Undekhi Season 4, while Shefali has gained popularity for her role in Delhi Crime.