Helena Luke, the first wife of Bollywood star Mithun Chakraborty, passed away on November 3 in the United States. News of her passing was shared on social media by her friend, dancer, and actress Kalpana Iyer. Known for her roles in 1980s Bollywood films like Mard and Do Gulab, Helena had carved out a brief yet memorable career in the film industry. Her personal life, particularly her marriage to Mithun Chakraborty, garnered considerable public interest due to the challenges she faced.
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Helena and Mithun married in 1979, but the union was short-lived, lasting only four months. Helena reportedly described their marriage as tumultuous, eventually walking away from it without seeking any financial support. She felt that the relationship had taken a toll on her emotionally, claiming that Mithun’s possessive nature had contributed significantly to their problems. Despite Mithun’s rising stardom, Helena expressed a deep sense of disillusionment with the marriage, believing that she had been treated as a mere accessory in Mithun’s life. She noted that their marriage caused her significant mental strain, particularly due to Mithun’s constant suspicions and controlling behavior.
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Helena later revealed that she spent most of her days waiting for Mithun, who would only be present briefly each day. Eventually, she came to feel that Mithun was primarily focused on himself, leaving little room for her in his life. After filing for divorce, Helena moved to the United States, where she sought a quieter life away from Bollywood and worked for Delta Airlines.
In her final social media posts, Helena shared mixed emotions, hinting at a sense of unease. Her passing brings an end to the story of a woman who experienced early success and fame but later chose a path away from the limelight. While the cause of her death remains unconfirmed, Helena’s life and legacy as a Bollywood actress and former spouse of a Bollywood superstar are remembered by those who knew her.