Comedian Munawar Faruqui recently shared the surprising and heartfelt reason behind his sudden marriage to Mehzabeen Coatwala, revealing it was primarily for his son, Mikael.
A Private Ceremony, A Public Reveal
Munawar Faruqui tied the knot with Mehzabeen Coatwala in May 2024, a decision he says was made just a month before the wedding. The ceremony was a private affair, kept away from social media until fans discovered details and shared them online.
Actor Hina Khan’s presence at the wedding was one of the early indicators that news of Munawar’s marriage was indeed true. This low-key approach was a stark contrast to his highly public personal life during his time on reality television.
The Heartfelt Reason for His Marriage
Speaking on Farah Khan’s YouTube channel, Munawar opened up about the emotional trigger for his quick decision. After exiting the Bigg Boss house, he spent a week with his seven-year-old son, Mikael, from his first marriage.
Munawar shared that when Mikael had to leave, he felt a deep need to keep him close. “I felt that he needs me. He kept hugging me the whole time,” Munawar recounted, realizing he needed his son just as much.
This powerful moment led him to the idea of marriage as a way to provide a stable home for Mikael. He found a connection with Mehzabeen, who was in a similar situation with her own 10-year-old daughter, making them a “blended family” or, as Munawar described it, “a puzzle” coming together.
From Reality TV Drama to New Beginnings
Munawar’s personal life had been a major talking point during his Bigg Boss stint, marked by accusations of cheating and a public breakup with then-girlfriend Nazila Sitaishi via an Instagram Live stream. He had also previously revealed that his first wife had remarried and he had sole custody of Mikael.
His decision to marry Mehzabeen after knowing her for only five months surprised many, especially given the public scrutiny he had faced. He admitted to Farah that he even asked Mehzabeen the next day if she was truly comfortable marrying him, reflecting the gravity of his decision for his son’s sake.
Key Takeaways
- Munawar Faruqui married Mehzabeen Coatwala in May 2024.
- The primary motivation for his marriage was to provide a stable home for his son, Mikael.
- Mehzabeen also has a daughter, forming a new blended family.
- The wedding was planned quickly and kept private from social media initially.
This new chapter marks a significant shift for Munawar, moving past the controversies of his past relationships to focus on creating a supportive home for his family.
