In the early 1990s, Bollywood saw the rise of actresses like Karisma Kapoor, Raveena Tandon, and Pooja Bhatt, during which Pratibha Sinha, daughter of veteran actress Mala Sinha, made her debut. She gained fame for a small yet memorable role in the blockbuster 'Raja Hindustani' (1996), prompting speculations about her potential longevity in the industry. Despite her early promise, she did not reach the heights many expected of her in Bollywood.

Pratibha entered the film industry with the movie 'Mahboob Mere Mahboob', which did not do well at the box office, yet she continued to receive work. Her encounter with music composer Nadeem Saifi, particularly during the project of 'Kal Ki Awaaz', led to a romantic involvement. At the peak of his career post the success of 'Aashiqui', Nadeem's relationship with Pratibha became a topic of gossip in Bollywood circles, drawing attention to their romance.

However, their relationship faced significant scrutiny, particularly from Pratibha's mother, Mala Sinha, who was unhappy due to Nadeem being married with children. Additionally, the couple's differing religious backgrounds created further complications, leading to challenges in their relationship and raising questions about the future of Pratibha’s career in Bollywood amidst such personal controversies.