Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal are set to tie the knot on June 23, marking the beginning of a new chapter in their lives. However, what caught everyone’s attention was the revelation that Salman Khan, who produced Zaheer’s debut film Notebook, had borrowed money from Zaheer’s father, Iqbal Ratansi in the past.
In a Twitter post back in 2018, Salman Khan humorously mentioned owing ₹2011 to Iqbal Ratansi from his teenage years, expressing gratitude that no interest was taken on the loan. This unique connection between Sonakshi’s future father-in-law and Salman adds an interesting twist to the upcoming wedding festivities.
Iqbal Ratansi, a prominent figure in the construction and jewelry business, founded Stelmac Developers Private Limited in 2005 and later ventured into other ventures like Blackstone Housing and Infrastructure Private Limited. His involvement in the film industry extended to starting a company called Film Tools, Lights and Grip in 2016, as well as establishing Zahero Media and Internet Private Limited during the Covid-19 pandemic.
The bond between the families deepened when Zaheer made his acting debut in Notebook, a film produced by Salman Khan. The actor even worked as an assistant director on Salman’s 2014 movie, Jai Ho. Additionally, Sonakshi and Zaheer shared the screen in Double XL, a movie where they played roles alongside Huma Qureshi, who co-produced the film.
While Sonakshi and Zaheer have been vocal about their relationship on social media, sharing glimpses of their romantic getaways and date nights, they have kept details about their wedding ceremony relatively private. With the wedding date fast approaching, speculations are rife about the star-studded guest list and the elaborate celebrations that are expected to take place.
As the families of the bride and groom gear up for the wedding festivities, the intertwining of past friendships, professional collaborations, and personal relationships adds an extra layer of intrigue to Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal’s upcoming nuptials. The union of two Bollywood families under the backdrop of borrowed money, film ventures, and shared experiences in the industry sets the stage for a memorable wedding celebration filled with love, laughter, and lasting connections.
