Archive · 1 Dec 2025
Madhuri Dixit on Life in US
Madhuri Dixit is a famous Bollywood actress known for her dancing and acting in many hit movies.
She married Dr. Shriram Nene, a heart surgeon, in 1999.
They moved to the US and lived a quiet life in Los Angeles and Denver.
Madhuri's neighbors were unaware of her stardom until a car slowing down outside her house made them suspicious.
When they found out she was an actress, they were shocked and wanted to watch her movies.
Madhuri later returned to India because of her work, her parents' wishes, and her husband's interest in preventive healthcare using technology.
Her husband loves India and has fond childhood memories of the country.
Madhuri describes her husband as friendly and social, while she is more private.
Madhuri Dixit and Dr. Shriram Nene lived quietly in the US, where neighbors were unaware of her stardom.
A suspicious car slowing down outside her house led neighbors to question if they should call the police.
Neighbors were shocked to learn Madhuri was a Bollywood star and requested DVDs of her movies.
Madhuri returned to India due to work commitments, her parents' wishes, and her husband's interest in preventive healthcare.
Dr. Nene has a strong connection with India, with childhood memories of visiting villages and playing in mango groves.
- Who
- Madhuri Dixit and Dr. Shriram Nene
- What
- Madhuri Dixit's experiences living in the US and her return to India
- When
- Married on October 17, 1999; Moved to the US after marriage; Returned to India due to professional and family commitments
- Where
- United States (Los Angeles and Denver), India
- Why
- To live a quiet life with family; Returned to India for work, family, and husband's interest in preventive healthcare
- Actor
- Madhuri Dixit
- Spouse
- Dr. Shriram Nene
- Marriage Date
- October 17, 1999
- Children
- Arin (2003), Ryan (2005)
- Spouse's Profession
- Cardiovascular Surgeon
- Spouse's Background
- Born in London, raised in the US
- Actor's Debut Film
- Abodh (1984)
- Breakthrough Film
- Tezaab (1988)
Sources
'I married a heart mender...': Madhuri Dixit on getting married to Dr Nene, says 'it was very refreshing' to vibe with someone beyond stardom
'...she later regretted it': Madhuri Dixit recalls pact with Saroj Khan to never repeat dance steps
'Should I call the cops..': Madhuri Dixit recalls neighbours reaction to car outside her US home
