Riteish Deshmukh's Prank on Genelia D'Souza That Went Terribly Wrong
Bollywood actor Riteish Deshmukh once looked back on a dating prank that completely backfired with his wife Genelia D'Souza. This incident changed his approach to humor in their relationship forever. The couple shared this story during a past appearance on The Kapil Sharma Show. They openly reflected on their early years together during the show.
A Harmless Joke That Became Emotional
What started as a simple joke quickly turned into an emotional moment that stayed with Riteish. This story has become one of the most discussed anecdotes from their relationship. Riteish told Kapil Sharma that he once tried to prank Genelia by pretending to end their relationship. He made the call himself and announced they were breaking up.
The joke failed immediately. Genelia took the message completely seriously. She reacted with genuine emotion that stunned Riteish. He later admitted he never dared to prank her again after seeing how deeply it affected her. This experience made him more empathetic and careful with his words in their relationship.
Love, Laughter, and Personal Moments
The conversation on the show also revealed light moments from their personal life. Riteish shared that he calls Genelia Genee, while she affectionately calls him Dholu. The playful tone continued when Kapil Sharma asked whether they took pheras at their wedding or simply exchanged an oath.
Riteish responded with a remark that sent the audience into laughter. Phere liye they. Wo kya hota hai na, jab aap shapath lete ho to wo paanch saal ki sarkar hoti hai, paanch saal me badal jati hai (We took the pheras. The thing is, when you take an oath, it is like a five-year government; it changes after five years). His reaction showed excellent comic timing and his ease with poking fun at himself.
From Co-Stars to Life Partners
Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia D'Souza first met in 2003 during the making of Tujhe Meri Kasam. What began as their first film together later led to their wedding in 2012. They now have two sons named Riaan and Rahyl.
Genelia returned to acting after motherhood with films like It's My Life, Mister Mummy, Trial Period, and Ved. She later appeared in Sitaare Zameen Par. Riteish stayed busy in mainstream cinema with the Housefull series and films including Baaghi 3, Marjaavaan, and Ved. He also worked on titles like Raid 2 and Mastiii 4.
Up to 2025, he has balanced big commercial projects with strong regional work. In past interviews, the couple has emphasized the importance of keeping their family life steady while continuing their professional careers. They value maintaining a strong family foundation alongside their busy acting schedules.
