Sonakshi Sinha, who married Zaheer Iqbal on June 23, 2024, has openly discussed her life with her in-laws, revealing that she lives with them and wouldn't have it any other way. In a recent interview, the actress shared that Zaheer had asked her before their marriage if she preferred to live separately, but she declined. Sonakshi humorously stated that she told him, "I will live with them; if you want to go, you go".

Sonakshi expressed feeling incredibly welcomed and loved by Zaheer's family. She noted that they treat her "like more than a daughter," making her feel like she has "always lived here" and is a "daughter of this house". She emphasized the extra effort her in-laws make to ensure she feels comfortable and at ease. This arrangement is particularly special to her, as she lived with her own family until her marriage and appreciates continuing that familial environment.

Zaheer, known for his playful nature, chimed in during a YouTube live session, quipping, "Thank God that didn't happen!" when Sonakshi described how her in-laws embraced her as if she were always part of their family. He jokingly added that if she had been, she would have been his sister.

The couple's decision to live with Zaheer's parents reflects their shared values and close-knit family dynamics. Sonakshi has also spoken about her bond with Zaheer's mother, humorously sharing that neither of them knows how to cook. She recounted her mother-in-law's humorous remark, "Tu sahi ghar pe aayi hai" ("You've come to the right house").

Sonakshi and Zaheer's interfaith marriage has faced some criticism and trolling on social media. However, Sonakshi has addressed these issues, stating that religion was not a focus for them. She emphasized that they are two people in love who wanted to get married, and that's what they did. She also clarified that Zaheer is not enforcing his religion on her, and she is not enforcing hers on him. The couple chose to marry under the Special Marriage Act.

In fact, Sonakshi revealed that they had to turn off the comments section on their wedding posts due to the negativity and trolling they were receiving. She noted that there was a lot of "noise" leading up to the marriage.

Sonakshi also shared that she believes in "nazar" (evil eye) and therefore kept her relationship with Zaheer private until she knew they were going to get married. She said that she had an instant connection with Zaheer and knew she wanted to spend her life with him. They dated for seven years before marrying on the same date they first met.

Addressing recent pregnancy rumors sparked by weight gain after her marriage, Sonakshi attributed it to marital happiness. She highlighted that couples often gain weight in the first year of marriage, indicating a happy relationship. Sonakshi also spoke about experiencing body shaming even after losing weight early in her career, emphasizing that she doesn't focus on external judgments and prioritizes her well-being.

Sonakshi and Zaheer continue to share glimpses of their married life on social media and through their YouTube channel, often showcasing their travels and moments with Zaheer's family. Their openness and genuine affection have resonated with fans, who appreciate their candid interactions and loving bond.