Madhuri Dixit on her ‘vibe’ with husband Shriram Nene: ‘He didn’t understand Hindi at that point’; why meeting without any ‘filters’ matter

Admitting that, unlike popular perception that she is social while he is not, Madhuri said, “He is so friendly. He is amazing. He can make friends anytime. He knows everything about everyone. I call him my goodwill ambassador everywhere. I am the one who is quiet and shy.” She also opened up about living a non-celebrity life in Los Angeles and Denver, where Dr Nene was working before deciding to move back to India on her parents’ wish, adding that Dr Nene and the children love India.

Here’s what to consider (Photo: Freepik)

Taking a leaf out of her admiration for her partner, let’s get an insight into what makes relationships thrive.

When Madhuri Dixit spoke about meeting her husband for the first time, what stood out was not the celebrity angle, but the simplicity of two people meeting without any filters. This is more profound than it seems. In a world where people are constantly evaluated through curated lives, old narratives and social labels, meeting someone who sees you instead of the version the world has created can feel like emotional oxygen. That is the foundation of a healthy partnership, said psychotherapist and life coach Delnna Rrajesh.

“Relationships flourish not because of shared interests or attraction alone, but because two people feel emotionally safe to show their authentic selves without performance or pressure. What Madhuri described is not luck. It is emotional alignment,” added Delnna.

Why being seen without filters matters

When someone meets you without past narratives, fan perceptions, family expectations or social projections, three things happen psychologically.

*You relax into your truth: When the other person has no agenda about who you should be, your nervous system softens. You show your real personality instead of your protected one

*You mirror authenticity: We naturally respond with genuine behaviour when we are not being watched, judged or evaluated. Authenticity invites authenticity.

*Connection forms on character, not image: The relationship builds on emotional compatibility, not a preconceived story. This creates long-term stability.

Dr Nene’s personality also reveals another essential ingredient. She describes him as friendly, warm, and able to make friends anywhere, while she is quieter and shyer. This balance is not accidental. “Couples often thrive when their temperaments complement each other,” said Delnna.

How to build such unfiltered intimacy in your own life

*Meet people with curiosity, not assumptions. Let the person reveal themselves instead of mentally writing their story beforehand. It lowers emotional pressure on both sides.

*Lead with your truth early. Say what you feel. Express your values from the start. Hiding parts of yourself only creates future cracks.

*Observe who you are around them. The right person will make you feel more yourself, not less. If you feel like you must perform, that is not safety. That is survival mode.

*Create a friendship foundation. Shared laughter, comfort, and ease are stronger predictors of long-term stability than passion alone.

*Let differences complement, not collide. If one is social and one is gentle, let that be an expansion of both worlds rather than a conflict.