Saath Nibhaana Saathiya fame Devoleena Bhattacharjee has been on the receiving end of backlash ever since she announced her marriage to her longtime boyfriend Shanawaz Shaikh. The actress recently opened up about why they chose to not spend money on an elaborate wedding. She also reacted to the trolls who have been attacking her for marrying someone outside of her religion.
Quoted by Hindustan Times, the actress expressed that if she would have had a grand wedding the netizens would have called her a gold digger. Revealing how he has his name in the fitness industry, she said, “He’s not from the industry but he’s well settled. He has his own name in the fitness industry. If I would have made the marriage grand and flaunted his money, trolls would have called me a gold digger.” ALSO READ: Devoleena Bhattacharjee Opens Up About Her Court Marriage With Gym-Trainer Shanawaz Shaikh; Says, ‘Wasting Money On A Grand Wedding Is Dumb’
She further added that she never considers the reaction of her social media followers when she makes any decision as she is more concerned about her happiness and future. She stated, “Frankly speaking, I don’t think about how social media trolls would react when I am making any life decision. We both are more concerned about our happiness and future. I feel if we are good, the blessings from the universe, and help us grow and live together.” ALSO READ: Devoleena Bhattacharjee Gets Brutally Trolled For Her Assamese Bridal Look; Enraged Fans Say, ‘Burkha Pehno Ab Aap’
For the unversed, the couple opted for a court marriage. They tied the knot in the presence of their family and friends. According to Devoleena, she met Shanawaz at a gym four years ago. They two started dating after being friends for quite some time. It was during the pandemic that she realized she would like to take another step forward in their relationship and she initiated the topic of marriage.
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