Last updated on March 11th, 2025 at 10:20 am
In a world where love stories are often complicated and drawn out, Gauahar Khan and Zaid Darbar’s whirlwind romance is nothing short of a fairy tale. Their love story is one that’s special, not just because of how quickly it unfolded, but because of the undeniable connection that turned a chance encounter into a lifetime commitment.
It all started on Instagram. Zaid, not one to shy away from taking a chance, sent a message to Gauahar. Little did he know, this simple gesture would change both of their lives forever. Zaid admits he was looking for something serious, something real, and he wasn’t about to waste any time. After coming out of a difficult relationship, he wasn’t interested in casual dating anymore. But when he saw Gauahar’s profile, something clicked. However, he was hesitant to message her right away. “It took me three days to send that first message,” Zaid shared.
Gauahar, who was in Pune at the time, wasn’t expecting anything. In fact, she didn’t even meet him for the first 20 days of their online connection. But once they finally met in person, their bond grew stronger by the day. In just ten more days, Zaid made an unforgettable move: he proposed.
You might think that after such a quick proposal, there would be some doubts. Not for Gauahar, though. “It was surreal. Not even for one second after saying yes did I wonder what I was doing,” she said, reflecting on her decision. For her, it felt like something out of the ordinary—almost like divine intervention. But what made their proposal even more special was the way Zaid made it happen.
It was Gauahar’s birthday, and Zaid had planned a surprise that would take her breath away. Both of their families gathered at home, and they decided to play a game of dumb charades. The twist? Zaid was assigned the movie “Mujhse Shaadi Karogi,” which couldn’t have been more fitting for the moment. But the pressure of the proposal got to Zaid, who started to feel unwell and even had to take medicine. Despite the nerves, he carried on with the game.
When Gauahar guessed the movie title correctly, she thought the game was just teasing her. Suddenly, the song Mujhse Shaadi Karogi played, and she closed her eyes in embarrassment. But when she opened them, Zaid was down on one knee, holding out a ring. Of course, she said yes.
Looking back, Zaid fondly recalls their first meeting. “She refused to sit in my car,” he laughed. “She said, ‘I am not sitting with you in your car.'” It was a little awkward, but in hindsight, it’s a memory that always brings a smile to his face.
In the end, their story is one that proves love doesn’t always follow the typical path. Sometimes, it’s about two people recognizing something special in each other, even when the rest of the world might not understand. For Gauahar and Zaid, the rapid pace of their relationship turned out to be the perfect fit for them. Today, they are not only happily married, but they’re also proud parents to their son, Zehaan.
Their story is a reminder that love can be quick, unexpected, and full of surprises—and that sometimes, it’s the bold, impulsive moments that lead to the most lasting happiness.
So, as Valentine’s Day approaches, take a lesson from this couple: love doesn’t always need time to blossom. Sometimes, it just needs a spark to light the way.
