Politics often creates unexpected rivalries, especially when two well-known personalities contest against each other. One such situation emerged back during the 2009 Lok Sabha elections when Shekhar Suman and Shatrughan Sinha found themselves on opposite sides in the Patna Sahib constituency. While many believed this led to tension between the two actors, Shekhar now says the reality was very different.
In the latest exclusive conversation with Lehren, the actor spoke openly about the rumours that followed the election and explained that there was never any personal conflict between them.
“Humara Toh Kuch Tha Hi Nahi”
Recalling that period, Shekhar Suman said, “People often create misunderstandings where none exist. There was never any issue between us. He was the same person to me then as he is today…” and went on to explain that he always viewed the election as a political battle between parties rather than a personal rivalry.
Also according to him, political contests should never be confused with personal relationships.
The Flight Incident That Broke The Ice Between Shekhar Suman & Shatrughan Sinha
Shekhar also shared a memorable and humorous incident that took place while he was once travelling from Mumbai to Patna, and how that encounter with Sinha broke the ice. “Kisi ne kaha, ‘Aapki seat par koi baitha hai.’ Toh maine kaha, ‘Baitha hai toh utha dijiye, kyun baitha hai?’ Phir bole, ‘Nahi, Shatrughan Sinha baithe hain.’ Aur maine kaha, ‘Phir rehne dijiye, main idhar hi zameen par baith jata hoon.’”
Recalling that moment,, the actor-anchor laughed off. And he revealed how despite the awkward situation, he approached his seat and greeted the veteran actor warmly. Shekhar said that interaction helped ease any misunderstandings that people believed existed between them.
A Bond That Never Changed
Later, while discussing about his family occasion, Shekhar revealed that Shatrughan Sinha had promised to attend his father’s punya tithi in Patna and kept his word.
Reflecting on that gesture, Shekhar Suman and Shatrughan Sinha’s years of friendship came back into focus as he shared, “Aisa laga ki kuch hua hi nahi. Yeh sab galatfahmiyan hoti rehti hain aur kuch log paida kar dete hain. Par mere dil mein unke liye aadar, shraddha aur bahut bhakti-bhav hai, because he was always by my side. If there has been any problem with me in Bombay, he was the first one to stand up for me.”
For years, many assumed that the 2009 election battle had damaged the relationship between Shekhar Suman and Shatrughan Sinha. However, Shekhar’s candid recollections tell a different story. Behind the political headlines was a friendship built on respect, support and mutual admiration.. one that, according to him, never truly changed. To catch more in detail, watch the full exclusiveinterview below:
