Modi also revisited the social media post that publicly revealed their relationship in July 2022 and instantly became one of the biggest celebrity stories of the year.
According to him, the announcement was never planned. He revealed that he posted the photos while sitting right next to Sen during a flight. The decision, he said, came during a playful argument.
Recalling the moment, Modi said Sen did not believe he would actually share the pictures online. He laughed, pressed the upload button, and by the time their flight landed in London, the internet had erupted with reactions.
The post sparked intense debate, widespread media coverage, and countless social media discussions. However, Modi said neither he nor Sen felt there was anything wrong with sharing their relationship publicly.
He noted that Sen never asked him to remove the post, and he never considered taking it down.
Modi added that he has no regrets about making the relationship public. While the attention was overwhelming, he believes they shared a genuine story and cherishes every moment of it.
The public fascination was reflected in Google’s Year in Search 2022 rankings, where Lalit Modi emerged as the fourth most-searched person in India, while Sushmita Sen secured the fifth position.
Notably, Sen had also addressed the controversy herself in 2022 through an Instagram post. Responding to online criticism, she famously stated that she preferred diamonds and bought them herself, a remark that quickly went viral.
Later, in a 2023 interview with Mid-Day, Sen referred to her relationship with Modi as “just another phase” in her life.
Lalit Modi’s latest comments have reignited discussions around one of the most talked-about celebrity relationships of recent years. By strongly rejecting the “gold digger” narrative and praising Sushmita Sen’s independence, he has offered a different perspective on a relationship that generated enormous public attention. Even years after their breakup, both appear to remember the chapter with respect, appreciation, and no lingering bitterness.