Shatrughan Sinha, the legendary Bollywood actor, appeared on The Great Indian Kapil Show alongside his wife, Poonam Sinha, their daughter, Sonakshi Sinha, and Sonakshi’s husband, Zaheer Iqbal. The episode was a delightful mix of humor and nostalgia, as the family opened up about their personal lives, including Shatrughan and Poonam’s unconventional love story.
During the show, Archana Puran Singh asked Poonam who proposed first. Shatrughan humorously chimed in, “Inhone karvaya propose mujhse (She made me do it).” Poonam shared more details, revealing that her mother was initially against their match.
“She didn’t want me to marry anyone from the film industry,” Poonam explained. She added that Shatrughan’s elder brother had approached her mother to discuss the alliance. However, her mother was unimpressed and had strong opinions about Shatrughan.
Shatrughan Sinha recounted his mother-in-law’s reaction with a playful jab at himself. “She said to my brother, “She told my brother, ‘Have you seen your brother? Yeh bihari, gali ka gunda, aur humaari beti doodh ki dhuli hui, itni sundar, gori, aur Miss India.’” The audience couldn’t contain their laughter when Shatrughan joked about their contrasting appearances, saying, “If you make us stand together and take a coloured photo, it would look black and white.”
Despite the rocky start, love prevailed. Shatrughan and Poonam defied societal expectations and family opposition, tying the knot in 1980. Their enduring relationship stands as a testament to their bond, with the couple now happily sharing their lives with their children and extended family.
The episode was a perfect blend of heartfelt moments and laughter, capturing the audience’s admiration for the Sinha family and their journey.
