From Hina Khan–Rocky Jaiswal to Dipika Kakar–Shoaib Ibrahim: TV celebs who happily embraced interfaith marriage

Love marriages have always been a popular topic of discussion, especially in the television world. While many face challenges such as family restrictions, cultural differences, or social pressure, some stars chose to follow their hearts. These TV celebrities proved that love knows no religion or boundary. From Hina Khan and Rocky Jaiswal to Dipika Kakar and Shoaib Ibrahim, here’s a look at TV couples who went against all odds for love. (Photo: Instagram)

Hina Khan and Rocky Jaiswal tied the knot on June 4, 2025, after being together for more than 13 years. They first met in 2009 on the set of Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, where Hina played the lead and Rocky worked as the supervising producer. Their bond grew stronger over the years, culminating in an intimate wedding at Rocky’s home with a beautiful forest-themed décor. Only close friends and family attended the ceremony. The couple is currently winning hearts on the reality show Pati Patni Aur Panga. (Photo: Instagram)

Sara Khan and Krish Pathak got married on October 6, 2025, after dating for about a year. They had a simple court wedding attended only by close ones. In an interview with Bombay Times, Sara revealed that they met on a dating app a year ago. “When I saw his photo, I immediately felt a sense of belonging,” she said. They met the very next day, and Sara made it clear she was looking for something serious, not casual. Their strong bond and shared values soon turned into love. (Photo: Instagram)

Kishwer Merchant and Suyyash Rai first met on the set of Pyaar Ki Ek Kahani and instantly connected. After dating for four years, they got married in 2016. Suyyash is a Hindu Punjabi, and Kishwer is Muslim, but neither religion nor their eight-year age gap ever came in the way of their love. Their relationship has only grown stronger over time, and they are now proud parents to a son, Nirvair Rai, born on August 27, 2021. (Photo: Instagram)

Dipika Kakar and Shoaib Ibrahim are among television’s most adored couples. Their love story began on the sets of Sasural Simar Ka, where a close friendship gradually turned into love. The couple tied the knot in 2018, with Dipika embracing Islam to marry Shoaib. In 2023, they were blessed with a baby boy named Ruhaan, though he was born prematurely. (Photo: Instagram)

Devoleena Bhattacharjee married Shanwaz Shaikh in December 2022 through a court ceremony in Lonavala. The two first met at a gym about four years earlier, where Shanwaz, a professional trainer, was training her. After dating for three years, they decided to make their relationship official. Their wedding was private, attended only by close family and friends. The couple welcomed their first child, Joy, on December 18, 2024. (Photo: Instagram)

Sanaya Irani and Mohit Sehgal’s love story began on the sets of Miley Jab Hum Tum. They started as good friends, but their friendship soon blossomed into love. After dating for seven years, the couple tied the knot on January 25, 2016. Their wedding was a beautiful celebration of love surrounded by family, friends, and co-stars. Even today, Sanaya and Mohit remain one of TV’s most loved and steady couples. (Photo: Instagram)