The intricacies of Bollywood relationships often extend beyond the silver screen, captivating audiences with their complex dynamics. One such dynamic involves the family of Dharmendra, his first wife Prakash Kaur, and his second wife Hema Malini. While Hema Malini has maintained a respectful distance from Dharmendra's first family, an encounter between her daughter, Esha Deol, and Prakash Kaur has recently resurfaced in the news.

According to reports, Esha Deol met Prakash Kaur for the first time when she was 30 years old. This meeting occurred when Esha's uncle, Ajit Deol, fell critically ill. As Ajit was being cared for at Dharmendra's original Juhu residence, Esha visited the house to pay her respects. Hema Malini, in her memoir "Hema Malini: Beyond the Dream Girl," revealed that she has never stepped foot in her husband's original home, despite living close by.

Describing the meeting, Esha Deol shared, "I touched her feet, she blessed me, and I walked away". This brief but significant interaction highlights the respect Esha holds for Prakash Kaur.

The relationship between Dharmendra, Prakash Kaur, and Hema Malini has been a subject of public interest since Dharmendra's marriage to Hema Malini in 1980. At the time, Dharmendra was already married to Prakash Kaur and had children with her. Despite the unconventional circumstances, the children from both sides of the family are said to share a cordial relationship.

In her memoir, Hema Malini addressed her equation with Prakash Kaur, noting that some subjects are best left undiscussed publicly. She expressed respect for Prakash, acknowledging the situation's complexities.

Prakash Kaur herself addressed the controversy surrounding Dharmendra's second marriage in a past interview with Stardust. She defended her husband, stating that any man would have preferred Hema Malini over her. She also praised Dharmendra as a father, emphasizing his love and care for his children. "He may not be the best husband, though he is very good to me, but he is certainly the best father. His children love him a lot. He never neglects them".

Esha Deol has also spoken about learning about her father's first wife when she was in the fourth grade. A classmate's question about having "two mothers" prompted an honest conversation with Hema Malini. Esha stated that she never felt negatively about the situation and credited her parents for ensuring she and her sister, Ahana, never felt uncomfortable. "So, that was when I understood that my mother had married someone who was already married to another lady and that they also had a family. But frankly speaking, I never felt bad about it. Till today, I don't think there is anything wrong with it. And I give full credit to my parents for not making us ever feel uncomfortable".

The Deol family's dynamics, though unconventional, are characterized by respect and understanding. Esha Deol's gesture of touching Prakash Kaur's feet reflects the values of respect and tradition.