When Mumtaz revealed that she undergoes six chemotherapy sessions and 35 radiation treatment during her fight with cancer: ‘Is it not for my husband, I was dead …’.
From screen icon to survivor, Mutz’s life has been a mixture of glamor, grit and grace. Timeless Star once opened her mythical career, love, marriage and her brave fight against cancer – with unwavering support from husband Mayur Madhavani.Mumtaz married Uganda businessman Mayur Madhavani in 1974, but the marriage was not immediately. In a chat with Filmbate recently, Upasana actress revealed that she asked for time from Mayur – two throughout the year – so she could get out of the film industry first. He waited patiently, while he wrapped his commitments, including signing and going away from about four to five films. While reflecting that phase, Mumtaz shared, “My husband started waiting for two years until I finished my signature... Main Kitney Picture Pseudo D. ,Choosing love on careerOne of the most reputed stars of the 70s, Mumtaz, following his heart in creating the choice of that life, has no regrets about leaving his film career to marry Mayur Madhavani. When she cherishes her happy marriage, she wants them to spend more time together, as Mayur’s demand, travel-power program often keeps them apart.Battle with cancerIn an earlier interview with Pinkvilla, Mutz talked about his courageous fight with cancer, stating how Mayur’s unwavering support played an important role in his recovery. He passed through six chemotherapy sessions and 35 radiation remedies, and it was Mayur’s urge on the medical examination and his emotional strength that continued her. He encouraged her to undergo additional surgery to ensure her health, assured her with love and humor, even looked cute like a popular bald doll.Although Mutz did not hesitate to leave his career to marry Mayur Madhavani, he once ended his relationship with actor Shammi Kapoor to protect his professional life. In a recent interview with Vicky Lalwani, he revealed his deep love for Shami and his 17–18-year difference never harassed him. However, Raj Kapoor opposed the idea of a Kapoor daughter -in -law to work in films after marriage, which eventually impressed her partition.
