Sonakshi Sinha recently tied the knot with her longtime boyfriend, Zaheer Iqbal, on June 23, in a private ceremony that sparked various rumors on social media. Speculations ranged from her brothers being unhappy with the marriage to her father, Shatrughan Sinha, being upset with his daughter. However, in an interview with IANS, Shatrughan Sinha addressed these rumors head-on and expressed his full support for his daughter’s decision.
Shatrughan Sinha’s Support for Sonakshi and Zaheer
Shatrughan Sinha, a veteran actor and politician, described Sonakshi and Zaheer as “made for each other.” He emphasized that their marriage was conducted with the family’s blessings and that there was nothing “illegal” or “unconstitutional” about it. He further stated, “This is a matter of marriage. If the children have got married, it is not illegal or unconstitutional. They have done so with our consent and our blessings, and we appreciate it.”
Standing by His Daughter
In a heartfelt statement, Shatrughan Sinha questioned the rumors of his discontent, saying, “If I don’t stand by my daughter, then who will?” He highlighted the importance of parental support during significant moments in their children’s lives. “My wife, Poonam Sinha, and I stood together to celebrate her wedding. It was a very happy moment,” he added.
A Perfect Match
Shatrughan Sinha expressed his happiness for the newlyweds, calling them “made for each other.” He added, “Parents always stand for the happiness of their children, and I think our children are happy. We are very happy for them.”
The Journey of Sonakshi and Zaheer
Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal’s love story began seven years ago, and they finally tied the knot on June 23 at Shilpa Shetty’s luxurious restaurant, Bastian, in Mumbai. The couple first met at a party hosted by Bollywood superstar Salman Khan.
Interestingly, both Sonakshi and Zaheer started their careers with Salman Khan. Sonakshi made her debut in the blockbuster film Dabangg alongside Salman, while Zaheer made his acting debut in Salman Khan’s home production film Notebook.
What’s Next for Sonakshi?
As Sonakshi embarks on this new chapter of her life, she is also busy with her professional commitments. She will soon be seen in the upcoming film Nikita Roy and the Book of Darkness, further solidifying her position in the industry.
With Shatrughan Sinha’s full support and blessings, Sonakshi and Zaheer are ready to start their journey as a married couple, leaving behind the baseless rumors and embracing their future together.
