India, June 2 -- Businessman Lalit Modi has defended Sushmita Sen against the "gold digger" tag. His comments about the former Miss Universe have sparked renewed interest in their past relationship, with many wondering: Where exactly did they meet, when did they start dating, and what led to their breakup? Here we take a look at Lalit Modi and Sushmita Sen's relationship timeline:

A Surprise Announcement With 'Better Half'

Sushmita Sen and Lalit Modi's relationship first grabbed headlines in 2022. The businessman had made it official with a viral social media post in July by sharing snaps from their holiday. Vacationing in Maldives and Sardinia, the two appeared completely at ease with each other in the pictures and Modi even called Sus...