Munawar Faruqui, the stand-up comedian and Bigg Boss 17 winner, has recently shared insights into his marriage with Mehzabeen Coatwala, a Mumbai-based makeup artist. The couple tied the knot in a private ceremony in May 2024, a few months after Faruqui's stint on Bigg Boss ended. The wedding came as a surprise to many, as there was no prior public knowledge of their relationship.
Faruqui has spoken candidly about how his feelings for Mehzabeen developed after their marriage. He expressed that Mehzabeen's presence in his life has brought stability and completeness. According to Faruqui, she is like "the perfect puzzle piece which was missing". He cherishes the change in the atmosphere at home since their union, noting that he feels happy and settled.
In an interview on Farah Khan's YouTube vlog, Faruqui revealed that he didn't know Mehzabeen while he was inside the Bigg Boss house. He shared that the wedding was arranged just a month before it happened, and they had only known each other for five months. Faruqui also disclosed that his seven-year-old son, Mikael, played a significant role in his decision to marry Mehzabeen. He felt that his son needed him, and he wanted to create a stable family environment for him.
“[My son] kept hugging me the whole time. That's when I felt like not only does he need me, but I need him even more. In that moment, I thought, what can I do so that he can stay with me. For him, I took that decision,” Munawar said. He also mentioned that Mehzabeen was in a similar situation, as she has a 10-year-old daughter. This common ground brought them closer, and they decided to create a blended family.
Mehzabeen's grounded perspective has also profoundly impacted Faruqui's outlook on life and parenting. He admires her practical approach to raising children, emphasizing the importance of preparing them for the realities of life. He noted that providing the best for his children isn't enough; they need to learn self-sufficiency and understand that life won't always be easy.
Faruqui shared an anecdote about a moment when their child asked for water and a plate during a meal. While Faruqui felt the child shouldn't have to get up to fetch them, Mehzabeen reasoned that it's important to remind children that things won't always be readily available and that they need to be prepared for anything. This, according to Faruqui, was an eye-opener.
Mehzabeen Coatwala is a celebrity makeup artist who has worked with several famous personalities. She is a divorcee and has a 10-year-old daughter. Faruqui was previously married to Jasmine, with whom he has his son Mikael. His marriage to Jasmine ended in divorce, and he has sole custody of his son.
Faruqui's marriage to Mehzabeen marks a new chapter in his life, bringing him stability, happiness, and a blended family. He has expressed his gratitude for finding a partner like Mehzabeen and is embracing his role as a husband and father.
