Sushmita Sen - Lalit Modi Relationship: IPL Architect Claims He Was like a kept Boyfriend

When Lalit Modi made his relationship with Sushmita Sen official in 2022, the announcement sparked a social media frenzy, with many people branding the former Miss Universe a “gold digger.”

The businessman and IPL founder responded to the criticism, stood up for Sushmita, and said that money was not a factor in their relationship.

Sushmita Sen Lalit Modi Relationship: IPL Architect Calls Criticism Unfair

In a recent interview with Humans of Bombay, Modi called the criticism unfair and insisted that Sen was never financially dependent on him.

 In fact, he joked that he often felt like a "kept boyfriend" when they went out together and said she buys her own diamonds.

 Sushmita Sen Lalit Modi Relationship: Modi also looked back on their relationship fondly, describing Sen as a dear friend and an important part of his life.

Reflecting on the social media post that announced their relationship in 2022, he said it was an impulsive decision that sparked a reaction neither of them had anticipated.

Sushmita Sen and Lalit Modi Latest News: Modi Backs Sushmita Sen

In a podcast interaction with Humans of Bombay, Lalit Modi opened up about his decision to make his relationship with Sushmita Sen public through a social media post and reflected on the whirlwind of reactions that followed.

 He said he shared a special bond with Sushmita and revealed that their relationship eventually ended due to the challenges of maintaining it over long distances. However, Lalit mentioned that she continues to be one of her “dear friends”.

Sushmita Sen Latest Controversy: ‘’Sushmita Was Special To Me’’, Says Modi

Sushmita Sen Lalit Modi Relationship: Lalit Modi said that Sushmita was very special to him and made him “grow into a lot of things that I am today”.

He admitted that she was “very much part of” his life at that time. Talking about their break-up, Lalit said that the distance was too much for them as her career was in India and his life was in London.

Lalit Modi Gold Digger Allegations: Appreciates Sushmita

During the chat, Lalit Modi defended Sushmita from the "gold digger" criticism that followed the announcement of their relationship in 2022.

Lalit said, “Please understand that Sushmita is a very beautiful and very well-to-do lady.

She has more diamonds than anybody I know on the planet, and she has earned them herself. She has diamond stores.

She was described as a very wealthy and self-made woman. Whenever the couple went out, all expenses were reportedly paid by her, and no payments were made by him. As a result, he joked that he was the kept boyfriend."

She was truly a diamond. She could have anybody on the planet she wanted. It was never about money.

It was never about anything else. She can buy anything she wants, do anything she wants, without a doubt,” he added.

Lalit Modi - Sushmita Sen: Actress Epic Reaction to ‘Gold Digger’ Trolls Will Surprise You

Sushmita Sen Lalit Modi Relationship: In 2023, Sushmita shared that she laughed off the claims that she was a "gold digger" for dating Lalit Modi.

In an interview with Zoom, Sushmita said, “I think it's good that those comments came to me and I could define 'gold digger'.

 According to her, no insult was taken, so none was perceived. Some things are not meant to be anyone else's business.

 I don't need to say it's nobody's business, but I like the words not your business, it's so cool. FYI, single as they come I am.

 And that is also NYOB, none of your business. It's always nice to put it out there, very much single.”

All About Sushmita Sen and Lalit Modi

 Sushmita Sen Lalit Modi Relationship: In 2022, Lalit Modi took social media by storm when he revealed he was in a relationship with former Miss Universe Sushmita Sen.

He shared pictures of the couple from a vacation. Not only that, but he had also changed his Instagram bio and added ‘my love’ followed by Sushmita’s Instagram handle.

 Lalit Modi has shared pictures with Susmita with a caption that read, “Just back in London after a whirling global tour #maldives # sardinia with the families - not to mention my #better looking partner @sushmitasen47 - a new beginning, a new life finally.

 Over the moon. In love does not mean marriage YET. BUT ONE THAT For sure." He also tweeted, "Just for clarity. Not married - just dating each other. That too it will happen one day," his post read.

Sushmita Shares Pictures of Her Daughters After Modi’s Post

Sushmita Sen Latest News: Soon after Lalit's post, Sushmita shared a picture featuring her daughters, Renee Sen and Alisah Sen.

She wrote, "I am in a happy place!! Not married...No rings...Unconditionally surrounded by love.

Enough clarifications given...now back to life & work!! Thank you for sharing in my happiness always...and for those who don't...its #NYOB Anyway!!! I love you Guys #duggadugga #yourstruly".

While the romance did take everyone by surprise, it did not last long. Soon, rumours of a breakup between Lalit Modi and Sushmita Sen started doing the rounds.

Lalit Modi never confirmed or denied those rumours, but removed everything related to the actor from his social media.

Here is the instagram post of Sushmita Sen on Instagram

Sushmita Sen's Net Worth

Sushmita Sen’s net worth is estimated to be between ₹74 crore and ₹100 crore, which is around $12 million. 

She makes about ₹8 to 9 crore each year, mainly from entertainment, brand endorsements, and her business ventures.