New Delhi: After keeping their affair a guarded secret, Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal have officially become husband and wife. The couple had a registered wedding today, June 23 in the presence of their family and close friends. The registered wedding took place at Sonakshi’s house in Bandra.
The post-wedding party is happening at Shilpa Shetty’s restaurant in Bastian, Mumbai, ETimes reported.
Sonakshi looked radiant in her mother’s heirloom ivory chikankari sari with vintage jewellery. Zaheer Iqbal complemented her, donning a white kurta set with intricate embroidery.
The couple have now shared their first photos as husband and wife, which are all things love. The actress penned a note and revealed that she and Zaheer had fallen in love on this very day, seven years ago and started their relationship. Hence, they decided to tie the knot on this date. She penned a heartwarming note which said, “On this very day, seven years back (23.06.2017) in each other’s eyes, we saw love in its purest form and decided to hold on to it. Today that love has guided us through all the challenges and triumphs. leading up to this moment… where with the blessings of both our families and both our gods… we are now man and wife. Here’s to love, hope and all things beautiful with each other, from now until forever
Sonakshi co Zaheer 23.06.2024”
Sonakshi is seen holding her father’s hand while she embarks on her new journey with the love of her life.
Sonakshi and Zaheer’s wedding festivities began with a dinner where both the families gathered at the groom’s house. Sonakshi’s parents – Shatrughan Sinha and Poonam Sinha were seen at Zaheer’s house. Post this, Zaheer was seen posing for the paps with Shatrughan Sinha and took his blessings.
They had a mehendi function at Sonakshi’s house. The bride was seen in simple, red ethnic wear at the occasion and Zaheer was spotted in a white kurta with red print. He was also seen exiting the venue post the function.
The couple had admitted in a voice note along with the wedding invite which went viral, that they have been in a relationship for 7 years. As per reports, they were also living together for a year, before they decided to tie the knot.
The duo have shared screen space together in ‘Double XL’.