From being married at 18 to calling herself Kumar Sanu's WIFE: Failed relationships of Kunickaa Sadanand

Bigg Boss 19 contestant Kunickaa Sadanand is no stranger to public scrutiny. Known for her outspoken nature and unapologetic honesty, the actress-turned-activist has lived through a series of emotional highs and lows — especially in her personal life. From early marriages to a controversial affair, here’s a look at the relationships that shaped her journey.

Early Marriage and a Long Custody Battle:

Kunickaa married at the age of 18 to a man 13 years older. The marriage didn’t last long, but it resulted in the birth of her first son. What followed was a drawn-out eight-year custody battle, which she eventually chose to walk away from, prioritizing her son's emotional well-being over courtroom wins. It was after her son, who was 14 then, asked her to let her go.

Live-In Relationship with Sunil Sikand:

After her divorce, she was in a live-in relationship with filmmaker Sunil Sikand, son of legendary actor Pran. Their relationship lasted for more than four years but eventually ended due to personal differences.

Second Marriage in the U.S.:

In her mid-30s, Kunickaa moved to the United States after marrying an American businessman. The couple had a son together, but cultural gaps and her desire to return to acting eventually led to a separation. She returned to India in 2006 with full custody of her younger son.

Affair with Kumar Sanu:

One of the most talked-about chapters of her personal life was her relationship with playback singer Kumar Sanu. Kunickaa has openly acknowledged the affair, which lasted nearly five years in the 1990s. “I considered him my husband,” she once said. She also revealed that Sanu was going through a dark phase and even contemplated suicide, saying, “He wanted to jump out of a hotel window.”

The relationship ended after Sanu’s wife found out. “She smashed my car with a hockey stick,” Kunickaa recalled, adding that while the bond was intense, it’s a closed chapter now: “There’s no shame. We respect each other, and that time is long gone.”

Despite the emotional turmoil and public attention her relationships have attracted, Kunickaa Sadanand stands tall today as a symbol of strength and self-assurance. She has never shied away from owning her past — whether it was a failed marriage, a live-in relationship, or a controversial affair. Instead, she’s embraced every experience as a stepping stone in her journey. Now, as she enters Bigg Boss 19, she brings with her not just star power, but the wisdom of a life truly lived — raw, real, and unapologetically hers.