In a recent appearance on Mashable India's YouTube channel, actress-turned-politician Smriti Irani shared an anecdote about her early interactions with Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, revealing a piece of advice he offered her regarding marriage.
Irani recounted that her connection to the Hindi film industry came through her husband, Zubin Irani, who was a classmate of Salman Khan at St. Xavier's College. This connection led to her meeting Shah Rukh Khan. According to Irani, Shah Rukh Khan, upon learning of her impending marriage, jokingly advised her against it. She humorously responded that it was too late for such advice.
The interaction reveals a lighthearted dynamic between Irani and Khan, showcasing a personal side to both figures. Irani's journey from the entertainment world to politics is well-known. Before her political career, she gained fame as an actress, most notably in the television series "Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi.".
Interestingly, Irani shared that her first experience in front of the camera was for a film starring Shah Rukh Khan, along with Juhi Chawla and Aditya Pancholi, directed by Aziz Mirza. This adds another layer to their connection, highlighting how their paths crossed early in Irani's career.
Beyond this humorous marital advice, Shah Rukh Khan has maintained a cordial relationship with Smriti Irani and her family. He was notably present at the wedding reception of Irani's daughter, Shanelle Irani, in Mumbai. Khan's attendance, dressed in a black suit, was widely covered by the media, emphasizing the connection between the Bollywood star and the political figure's family.
Several other celebrities, including Mouni Roy and producer Ekta Kapoor, also attended the reception. Roy, who shared pictures from the event on her Instagram account, congratulated the newlyweds. Kapoor, known for her close relationship with Irani since their "Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi" days, also posted a heartfelt message.
The wedding festivities took place earlier in February at Khimsar Fort in Rajasthan, with a reception following in Mumbai. Shanelle Irani, a lawyer, married Arjun Bhalla, who is also a legal professional based in Canada.
