The actor sparked humor by mimicking confirmation of speculation at Ramesh Taurani’s party before clarifying to the paparazzi, “Mazak kar rahe hain (we’re joking).”
Actor Zaheer Iqbal generated laughter and made headlines after playfully addressing the persistent pregnancy rumors surrounding his wife, Sonakshi Sinha, during a Diwali celebration. The humorous exchange occurred at producer Ramesh Taurani’s star-studded Diwali party in Mumbai.
During a round of photo opportunities for the paparazzi, the couple created a memorable moment when Zaheer cheekily placed his hand on Sonakshi’s midriff, mimicking an attempt to confirm the widespread speculation. The gesture prompted a surprised and amused “Zaheer!” from Sonakshi, and both immediately dissolved into laughter.
The Playful Tease and Public Clarification
The midriff-touching gag was not the only playful moment of the night. As the newlywed couple initially approached the photographers, Zaheer called out, “Sambhaal ke (Be careful),” which caused Sonakshi to pause, giggle, and lightly tap him.
Before they left the venue, Zaheer made sure to address the photographers directly, explicitly clarifying that their antics were all in good fun and were not a serious confirmation of the rumors. “Mazak kar rahe hain (we’re joking),” he stated, ensuring the paparazzi understood the playful nature of the tease.
The pregnancy speculation began circulating recently after Sonakshi appeared at an event in Mumbai wearing a striking red outfit. Fans online quickly began to speculate about a potential baby bump, with some even suggesting she was trying to subtly conceal it with her hand while posing.
Sonakshi and Zaheer’s Relationship Timeline
Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal first met at a party hosted by superstar Salman Khan. Although they had both been part of Salman’s social circle since 2013, they truly connected at a screening of Tubelight and the subsequent after-party in June 2017. The pair reportedly spent several hours talking that night and realized they shared a special connection.
After dating privately for seven years, Sonakshi and Zaheer officially tied the knot on June 23, 2024. Their wedding was a private civil ceremony held under the Special Marriage Act at her Mumbai residence, followed by a reception for close family and friends the same evening.
Sonakshi’s Upcoming Work
On the professional front, Sonakshi was recently seen in her latest theatrical release, Nikita Roy, a mystery/horror film directed by her brother, Kussh S. Sinha, which premiered on July 18. Sonakshi is also set to make her Telugu cinema debut with Jatadhara, a supernatural thriller directed by Venkat Kalyan, co-starring Sudheer Babu. The film explores the mystery surrounding the Anantha Padmanabha Swamy Temple and is currently scheduled for release on November 7.