One of the most beautiful women in the world, Aishwarya Rai-Bachchan, turns a year older and (more gorgeous) today. The light-eyed beauty, who’s had the world at her feet, has also had many men wooing her. The mysterious and passionate Scorpio in her made her the heartbeat of many an actors and models. We take a look at the most famous men in her life…

Rajeev Mulchandani:

During her modelling days, the stunner allegedly started dating a fellow-model, Rajeev Mulchandani. Even though the two have never admitted to their relationship, it’s alleged that the duo was rather committed to each other. Mulchandani is also said to have had a fling with Manisha Koirala, which is rumored to have caused a catfight between Ash and Manisha. Is there any truth to this? Our guess is as good as yours.

Salman Khan:

Perhaps her most famous affair was with Bollywood’s bindaas Khan, Salman. The two met on the sets of Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam and were an item for a long time. But due to Sallu’s possessive nature and abusive ways, Ash had to call off the relationship. Touted as one of the hottest couples of the industry, the two were just not meant to be. Sigh.

Viveik Oberoi:

Post her break-up with Sallu, Ash apparently dated her Kyun! Ho Gaya Na co-star Viveik Oberoi, who was head-over-heels in love with the former beauty queen. While Ash remained tight-lipped about the whole affair, Oberoi called a press conference where he accused Ash’s former boyfriend Salman of threatening him. The move not only ended their alleged relationship, but also made Oberoi a Bollywood outcast who has since struggled to make a name for himself.

Abhishek Bachchan:

Even though the two had worked together in a couple of movies, love blossomed only on the sets of Umrao Jaan. Abhi was coming out an engagement that had gone sour, while Ash was nursing a broken heart and a low phase in her career. But all that changed on the sets of J P Dutta’s movie, and the rest…well, is history. With a daughter and a blissful married life, both Ash and Abhi ate living it up like a true power couple.

Here’s wishing the actress a power-packed year ahead! Happy birthday, Aishwarya!