Not just Rekha, these 5 actresses also wear sindoor without being married because..., their names are...

Rekha is one of the iconic actresses Indian cinema has. In a career spanning over 50 years, Rekha has delivered several hit films and has worked with many actors. Her rumoured affair with Amitabh Bachchan often made headlines. However, the two never opened up about it. With time, both moved on — while Amitabh married Jaya, Rekha tied the knot with Delhi businessman Mukesh Aggarwal. Several months after the wedding, Rekha's husband died by suicide. Despite that, audiences have witnessed Rekha wearing sindoor, making them curious.
It is not just Rekha, but there are other celebs who also wear sindoor, mangalsutra, and more without being married. Let's take a look at five such actresses and a singer who wear sindoor:
1. Geeta Kapoor
According to a report by News18 Hindi, dance choreographer Geeta is not married but often wears sindoor. In an interview given to E-Times, Geeta also reacted to applying sindoor without marriage. She had said, 'I have applied sindoor many times before. Ever since I became a Shiva devotee, I apply sindoor after every Monday puja.'
2. Lata Mangeshkar
Late singer Lata Mangeshkar also used to apply sindoor. As per media reports, in an interview, Lata opened up about wearing sindoor and said that it was her dedication towards her music that made her wear it.
3. Amrapali Dubey
Bhojpuri actress Amrapali Dubey has also been seen wearing sindoor and mangalsutra many times. She has been seen doing this often during shoots.
4. Jasleen Matharu
Model Jasleen also wears sindoor without tying the knot. When she was asked about the reason for applying sindoor, she said that it was occasional when she applied it.
5. Pavitra Punia
Pavitra Punia, who was once in a relationship with Eijaz Khan, has also been seen wearing sindoor. Pavitra is not married, and she had also reacted to applying sindoor when she was single. Pavitra said that she applies sindoor whenever she fasts or is immersed in devotion.

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