June 22, 2024: Bollywood is abuzz with wedding bells of Actors Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal, as the couple is set to tie the knot on June 23rd in a unique ceremony that celebrates their love and transcends religious boundaries.
In a refreshing move, the couple has opted for a civil marriage under the Special Marriage Act, 1954, putting their love story front and center. This decision dispels rumors of religious conversion and highlights a progressive approach to marriage within the Indian film industry.
Iqbal Ratansi, Zaheer’s father, addressed the media in an exclusive interview with Free Press Journal, stating, “It will have neither Hindu nor Muslim rituals. It will be a civil marriage. She [Sonakshi Sinha] is not converting and that is for sure. Theirs is a union of hearts and religion has no role to play whatsoever.”
Ratansi’s message of unity resonates deeply, emphasizing, “I believe in humanity. God is called Bhagwan by Hindus and Allah by Muslims. But at the end of the day, we are all human beings. My blessings are with Zaheer and Sonakshi.”
While details about the ceremony remain under wraps, reports suggest a celebratory atmosphere with close friends and family. Adding to the excitement, a leaked wedding invitation featuring a sweet message from the couple has created a social media frenzy. The invite playfully reads, “We’re making it official (finally)! The rumours were true.”
Sonakshi and Zaheer, who have reportedly been dating for seven years, co-starred in the 2022 film “Double XL.” This on-screen romance has blossomed into a real-life love story, culminating in their upcoming nuptials.