Madhuri Dixit and her husband, Dr. Sriram Nene, a renowned cardiovascular surgeon, made headlines in 2011 when they decided to leave their successful lives in the United States behind and move back to India. This decision wasn’t taken lightly, and it certainly wasn’t a straightforward one for Dr. Nene. His parents weren’t thrilled about his decision to give up his thriving medical practice in America.
Dr. Nene has since opened up about his decision in a YouTube video. As an Indian-born surgeon, he felt a strong connection to his roots. Despite having a successful career in the US, where he performed multiple open-heart surgeries daily, he wanted to make a broader impact on healthcare in India. He aimed to leverage technology and media to reach more people and improve healthcare services.
A Journey of Self-Discovery
Dr. Nene’s journey to becoming a surgeon wasn’t straightforward either. At 14, he was already running his own tech venture, but his parents encouraged him to pursue medicine. He found joy in seeing patients recover and making a difference in their lives. This passion for healing drove him to become a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon.
A New Chapter in India
Madhuri and Dr. Nene tied the knot in 1999, after which she moved to Denver, USA. She focused on her family life, taking a break from the spotlight. When they returned to India in 2011, fans were overjoyed to see her back in Bollywood.
Before their return, Madhuri took to social media (then known as Twitter, now X) to share the news. She expressed her excitement about coming back home, which thrilled her fans. This move marked a new chapter in her career, and she was once again active in the Indian film industry.
Embracing Change
Dr. Nene’s decision to leave behind a successful career in the US wasn’t easy, but it was a choice driven by his desire to make a difference in India. Madhuri, too, was eager to revive her acting career in her home country. Their decision to return to India was a significant one, and it has had a lasting impact on their lives and careers.