An old article has resurfaced, suggesting that Akshay Kumar's late mother, Aruna Bhatia, held a fondness for Shilpa Shetty and envisioned her as a suitable daughter-in-law due to her homely nature. The article also mentions that Akshay Kumar had contemplated marrying Shilpa Shetty and relocating to Canada. However, Shetty's focus on her career and reluctance to leave her family hindered the plans. The relationship reportedly ended when Shetty learned about Kumar's involvement with Twinkle Khanna. Despite attempts at reconciliation, Shetty chose to sever ties, although she later attended Kumar's mother's funeral in 2021, showcasing their dignified approach to moving on from the past.