Who Is Sonakshi Sinha's Fiance Zaheer Iqbal? Know All About The Actor And His Salman Khan Connection

Actor Sonakshi Sinha is all set to marry her boyfriend, actor Zaheer Iqbal, on June 23 in Mumbai, according to India Today. While the couple has kept their romance under wraps, their frequent outings and sweet social media posts have hinted at their close relationship. Earlier this month, Zaheer posted cute photos of them together for Sonakshi’s birthday, captioning it “Happy Birthday Sonzzz.”

According to reports, the wedding guest list comprises close friends, family, and purportedly, the entire cast of Heeramandi. The invitation resembles a magazine cover with the text “the rumours are true.” Attendees are asked to dress formally for the event, scheduled to be held at Bastian in Mumbai.

Who is Zaheer Iqbal?

Born on December 10, 1988, Zaheer Iqbal, whose full name is Zaheer Iqbal Ratansi, completed his schooling at Mumbai Scottish School, with Ranbir Kapoor as a senior student. Hailing from a jeweler family, his father, Iqbal Ratansi, is both a jeweler and a businessman. The family is close to Salman Khan. Zaheer’s mother is a homemaker, his sister is a celebrity stylist, and his younger brother works as a computer engineer.

Zaheer Iqbal’s Filmi Career

Zaheer’s Bollywood debut came in 2019 with the romantic drama Notebook, produced by Salman Khan. He was cast opposite Pranutan Bahal, granddaughter of the late legendary actress Nutan. It’s reported that Zaheer spent a long time grooming himself and undergoing various training sessions to prepare for his film career.

The Salman Khan Connection

Zaheer and Sonakshi Sinha were introduced by Salman Khan. Their friendship reportedly evolved into a romantic relationship, and they are now often seen together. The pair appeared in the film Double XL, directed by Satram Ramani and also starring Huma Qureshi in a significant role. The movie was released last year.

Past Relationships

Zaheer Iqbal has reportedly dated two actresses in the past. His brief relationship with actress Deeksha Seth was followed by a period of dating with Sana Saeed, known for her role in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. However, both relationships eventually ended.