An intimate civil ceremony in Mumbai, accompanied by dazzling photos heartwarming blessings, and a star-studded reception, Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal’s wedding is quite the unconventionally suave wedding one can look up to.
The couple, which tied the knot on 23 June, took to social media to announce their union and address the rumors floating around the corner.
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The couple’s white-themed wedding exuded simplicity and sophistication, reflecting the timeless allure of understated grace. This was followed by a grand wedding reception where Sonakshi’s radiant appearance in a red saree and sporting sindoor resonated with the traditional symbolism of marital bliss. At the same time, Zaheer’s charismatic presence complemented the celebratory ambiance with grace and charm. The reception was graced by many known faces of the industry including Bollywood veteran Rekha, Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Aditi Rao Hydari and Siddharth, Aditya Roy Kapur, Raveena Tandon, Vidya Balan, and Kajol. Shatrughan Sinha’s presence at the wedding reception dispelled rumors of discord within the family.
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Sonakshi and Zaheer’s love story goes back six years. Zaheer, who entered the industry with Salman Khan’s production “Notebook”(2019), reportedly crossed paths with Sonakshi at a party thrown by Salman Khan in 2017. Sonakshi made her Bollywood debut in 2010, in “Dabangg”. Rumors of their romance swirled after they were spotted together at Dinesh Vijan’s sister Pooja’s wedding. They also made an appearance together at Heeramandi actress Sharmin Segal’s wedding reception. Their professional paths converged in the 2022 music video “Blockbuster” by Ammy Virk and Asees Kaur, followed by their co-starring role in the 2022 film “Double XL.” Despite dating rumors, Zaheer remained tight-lipped during a 2022 interview, playfully telling fans to “keep thinking” if they believed he was with Sonakshi. A glimpse into their connection emerged in November 2023 when Zaheer proudly shared a picture of Sonakshi’s Filmfare OTT Award trophy on his Instagram. This marked his first appearance on Sonakshi’s page, following a sweet birthday wish she posted for him earlier in 2023. Since then, they’ve begun featuring on each other’s social media, hinting at a closer bond.
However, in the wake of their nuptials, Sonakshi and Zaheer have found themselves at the center of a storm of online hate and intolerance, raising critical questions about societal attitudes and the shadow of relentless criticism. Sonakshi who is the daughter of AITC MP and actor Shatrughan Sinha, is being trolled for marrying into a different faith- a trend common in Bollywood weddings. The constant criticism and vitriolic comments speak volumes about the blurred lines between an actor’s personal life and how accessible it is to audience members.
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