Divyanka Tripathi-Vivek Dahiya's love story
Divyanka Tripathi and Vivek Dahiya are often described as one of the most-loved couples in the Indian television world. They first met on the set of a popular TV serial, slowly grew close, fell in love, and took that love all the way to marriage. After a decade of building a life together, the couple officially announced recently that they are expecting their first child. For a while, Divyanka kept the news to herself, but once the rumours began swirling in the media, they chose to come out and share the joy with their fans. With excitement spreading across social media, it’s a perfect time to revisit how this small‑screen couple turned into real‑life soulmates—and how their journey of love, heartbreak, and mutual support has now led them to the start of a new chapter as parents.
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From heartbreak to a second chance at love
Before Divyanka found love with Vivek, she had spent nearly eight to nine years in a long‑term relationship with actor Sharad Malhotra. The two were considered one of the most‑loved TV couples, and their bond felt very real to fans. But by 2015, Divyanka realised that no matter how much she gave to the relationship, things just weren’t working. She made the difficult decision to part ways from him and turn her focus toward her career, including her role in the hugely popular show Yeh Hai Mohabbatein.
It was on this show's set that she met Vivek Dahiya, who played Inspector Abhishek Singh. At first, they weren’t particularly close; their initial conversations were casual, almost professional. Yet, as they spent more time together off‑screen, they discovered that they shared a similar mindset about relationships. Both were looking for something serious, not just casual dating. They shared lifestyle made it easier for them to connect on a deeper level, as per reports.
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From an “arranged match” to falling in love
Vivek has often described their beginning as an “arranged match,” introduced by a common friend who also worked in the industry. The idea was simple: two people with similar values being introduced to see if they could be compatible life partners. As Vivek put it in an interview, “It wasn’t love at first sight. It was an arranged match. We were introduced by a common friend who is also a fellow actor. Then we started looking at each other from a life partner’s perspective. We often met after work and eventually started understanding that we are very compatible and similar to each other and we can take it further.”
Those small, post‑shoot meetings slowly turned into something more meaningful. Instead of rushing into romance, they took time to talk about their values, expectations, and future plans. As the duo discovered more shared beliefs—about their family, work, and life-- they realised they wanted to build a life together. And they began to feel genuinely connected. What started as a quiet, thoughtful introduction eventually turned into a tender, steady love story.
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A simple, unplanned engagement and a fairy‑tale wedding
Their engagement was as simple as their relationship. There was no grand proposal planned or months of preparation. Divyanka has shared that the couple was on their way to meet Vivek’s parents when they both realised everyone around them clearly saw them as a couple. Instead of overthinking, they decided to take the step and get engaged. “Everyone was happy about us, we thought we should just go ahead,” she recalls.
With that, rings were exchanged in what felt more like a family moment than a big event. Then, on July 8, 2016, Divyanka and Vivek got married in a traditional wedding. They held a star‑studded reception on July 14, 2016, where friends and colleagues from the TV industry gathered to celebrate their union. When asked what attracted her to Vivek, Divyanka often mentions his simplicity and the way he makes her feel at ease, seen, and cared for. For Vivek, she is not just beautiful on screen but also balanced, grounded, and real in everyday life. He said she is his partner who brings calm and strength to his world.
Photo: Divyanka Tripathi/ Instagram
Shaking off divorce rumours with humour and grace
Last year, the couple faced a wave of online rumours claiming they had divorced. These stories were mostly spread through clickbait YouTube videos and sensational headlines, but they had no real basis. Vivek quickly stepped in to set the record straight in an interview. He even joked about how he and Divyanka had a good laugh over the absurdity of some of the claims.
He criticised the way some outlets used a single photo or random sighting to spin a dramatic story. “Let people think whatever they want. It’s become funny now. Kuch bhi made‑up kahani banke aati hai, based on what? Base toh batao uska. Main Divyanka ke alawa kisi aur mahila ke saath airport pe spot hua— is this how you create headlines?” he said, adding sarcastic slow claps. He urged people not to fall for such fake content, which exists only to gain views and profit. For Divyanka and Vivek, these rumours became one more reminder of how fragile truth can be online—but also how secure their bond is behind the noise.
Photo: Divyanka Tripathi/ Instagram
Expecting their first child after 10 years of marriage
Only a few weeks ago, rumours were rife that Divyanka and Vivek were expecting their first child together, with the baby due around June or July this year. Divyanka later confirmed the news in an interview with journalist Vickey Lalwani, revealing that she had kept the pregnancy a secret for nearly six months. Because she doesn’t step out much these days, it was easier to stay low‑key and avoid drawing attention.
Yet, as often happens with celebrity news, the buzz started spreading online. Instead of letting speculation grow, the couple chose to share the happiness themselves. On March 19, 2026, Divyanka posted the pregnancy announcement on their joint social media handle, marking the beginning of a new, deeply personal chapter. Their story—from meeting on a TV set, healing from heartbreak, building a strong marriage, and now becoming parents—feels like a quiet reminder that real love isn’t just about grand moments on screen, but about two people choosing each other again and again, even off‑camera.
Photo: Divyanka Tripathi/ Instagram
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