Zaheer Iqbal says ‘not going to convert’ wife Sonkashi Sinha as they visit Dubai mosque: ‘Special Marriage Act zindabad”

In the vlog, Sonakshi shared, “Today we are in Abu Dhabi, and our trip here is going to be exceptional. Abu Dhabi Tourism has invited us to explore what the city has to offer, and they have planned the most amazing itinerary for us.”

She then revealed that their first stop would be the iconic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. “I am very excited because this is the first time I will be entering a mosque. I’ve been to temples and churches before, but never to a mosque,” she said.

Zaheer quickly added a tongue-in-cheek comment: “Just for clarity, I’m not taking her there to convert her. We are only going to see it because it’s very beautiful.” Sonakshi instantly chimed in with a laugh, saying, “Special Marriage Act, zindabad!”

Zaheer Iqbal’s witty remark drew several appreciative comments from fans.

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One fan wrote, “I love how he trolls the trollers by saying ‘koi convert hone nahi ja raha.’ Asli Sona got her asli sona (Zaheer).” Another netizen praised him saying, “I just love her husband. He’s so funny and his presence of mind is wonderful. This is what we call a happy married life. Love you two!”

Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal tied the knot in June 2024 after being in a relationship for over seven years. They registered their marriage under the Special Marriage Act at an intimate home ceremony attended by family and close friends.

In an earlier interview with Hauterfly, Sonakshi had spoken openly about their decision.

“We were not looking at religion. We’re two people in love who wanted to get married. He’s not enforcing his religion on me, and I’m not enforcing mine on him. We’ve never discussed religion—we simply respect and understand each other’s cultures,” she said.

The actor added, “The best way for us to marry was under the Special Marriage Act, where I, as a Hindu woman, don’t need to change my religion, and he, as a Muslim man, can remain one. We love each other, so why should conversion even be a question?”

Sonakshi’s father, Shatrughan Sinha, had also spoken about the couple’s marriage and that their daughter’s happiness is paramount for them. “This is a matter of marriage… Secondly, if the kids got married, it is not illegal and unconstitutional. They did it with their own wishes and our blessings. So I appreciate it. Who will stand with my daughter if I don’t… My wife Poonam Sinha and I, got together to celebrate her wedding. This is about their happiness,” he had told PTI.

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