Did Soha Ali Khan's mother think Kunal Kemmu wouldn’t marry her after their live-in?
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Mumbai, Dec 5 (NationPress) In her popular podcast series, ‘All About Her’, actress Soha Ali Khan recently engaged in an enlightening discussion with actress Sonakshi Sinha and relationship expert Kasturi Mahanta.
The trio delved into a wide array of topics concerning modern romance, including traditional love, situationships, emotional well-being, and self-sabotage.
During the conversation, Soha Ali Khan recounted how her mother, the iconic Bollywood actress Sharmila Tagore, had concerns that Soha’s now-husband, actor Kunal Kemmu, might not tie the knot with her after they began living together. Soha expressed, “Kunal and I spent seven years together before marriage, and we cohabitated for two years prior to our wedding. That’s when my mother remarked, ‘Now he’s not going to marry you. You’ve taken away all the interest,’ and I pondered, ‘Perhaps she’s right.’
Soha further shared, “We (Kunal and I) weren't particularly focused on the idea of marriage. Kunal mentioned it wasn’t crucial, and I also felt it might not be a priority. Eventually, since it didn’t feel significant, we decided to marry. Family members showed interest too, so we thought, ‘Let’s go for it.’ My mother remarked, ‘Men require a little encouragement—otherwise, they won’t propose.’
Sonakshi added her personal insights into her own marriage, discussing the evolution of love and what makes her relationship flourish in today’s context. Reflecting on her marriage with Zaheer Iqbal, Sonakshi said, “Honestly, we were both in a space where we were ready to marry. Although we didn’t live together prior, we traveled extensively, which gave me a sense of what cohabitation would entail.”
She continued, “There are certain habits that matter to me—I prefer cleanliness and dislike disorder. You uncover these traits about someone while traveling together.”
Sonakshi noted, “I eagerly anticipated getting married and cohabiting with him. I believe he felt likewise. We dated for seven years, enjoying the journey. We both got busy with our careers, and everything flowed smoothly. Eventually, we reached a stage where we were both ready for a long-term commitment. It just happens.”
“Had he not proposed, I would have done so; I don’t believe it’s solely a man’s duty to propose. I don’t perceive it that way. I was the first to express my love for him. Within a month, I conveyed my desire to marry him, and he thought I was a bit crazy. But I just knew. I can’t articulate how or why,” she concluded.