Zaheer Iqbal and Sonakshi Sinha’s marriage has been the talk of the town since they tied the knot on June 23. While many speculated about family tensions, especially rumors surrounding Shatrughan Sinha’s supposed disapproval, everything eventually worked out smoothly. Zaheer recently opened up about his nerve-wracking experience when he went to Shatrughan Sinha to ask for his daughter’s hand in marriage.
Zaheer’s First Meeting with Shatrughan Sinha
In an interview with News18, Zaheer Iqbal revealed that the moment he decided to talk to Shatrughan Sinha about his relationship with Sonakshi, he was extremely nervous. While Sonakshi herself was waiting for the right time to tell her father, Zaheer felt it was important to take the initiative. Sonakshi, wanting to gauge her father’s mood, delayed the conversation slightly. Meanwhile, Zaheer began mentally preparing for what could be the most important conversation of his life.
Preparing for the Big Moment
Zaheer shared that he rehearsed several possible scenarios in his head. “I made a lot of monologues,” Zaheer said, explaining how he prepared for every possible situation—whether it would be a serious talk or light-hearted. He even practiced speaking in pure Hindi, hoping it would impress Shatrughan Sinha, known for his iconic voice and powerful public persona.
Zaheer wanted to make sure his message was clear: “Sir, I love your daughter.” But despite all his mental rehearsals, things didn’t go as smoothly as he had hoped.
A Nervous Start, But a Warm Outcome
“When I entered the room, I forgot everything,” Zaheer shared. He admitted that the first few minutes of his conversation were filled with awkward fumbling as he struggled to find his words. However, Shatrughan Sinha soon put him at ease. “He made me feel relaxed,” Zaheer added, saying that the two eventually became quite comfortable with each other and the conversation flowed naturally.
Overcoming Fear and Building a Bond
Zaheer confessed that his initial fear stemmed from Shatrughan Sinha’s powerful public image. Like many, he viewed the veteran actor as a serious and imposing figure. “I thought he might just stay silent, and I’d run away,” Zaheer joked. But when the moment came, the reality was different. The atmosphere was warm, and Shatrughan’s approachable nature soon helped Zaheer overcome his fear.
What started as a nerve-wracking encounter ultimately blossomed into a positive relationship, marking the beginning of a new chapter for Zaheer and Sonakshi as they embark on their journey together.
