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Time of India
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Exclusive! Munawar Faruqui on celebrating Eid with wife and family: It feels special now; says he and wife met "at the right time"
Munawar Faruqui; PC: Tejas Kudtarkar In Junagadh, a young Munawar Faruqui would eagerly await Eid —not just for the celebrations, but for the joy of receiving Eidi from his elders and donning new clothes. Years later, now settled in a posh Mumbai apartment, Munawar's excitement for Eid remains just as vibrant, though the roles have beautifully reversed—he's now the one giving Eidi. As the nation comes alive with festivities, the former Bigg Boss winner sits down with Bombay Times to share his heartfelt reflections on Eid, family, and the traditions that continue to shape his life. 'Eid is the number one festival for me' Eid, for Munawar, is much more than a festival—it's the pinnacle of celebration, a time to bond with family and spread happiness. 'Eid is the most celebrated festival and the number one festival for me. Eid for me is always with the family and distributing food,' Munawar tells us. As a child, Eidi was a treasured part of Eid, a moment to feel valued and excited about new beginnings. 'We would look forward to Eidi which will range from one rupee to ten. And the uncle who would give us ten rupees would be revered the most (laughs). We would aim to collect at least Rs 100-120. All the boys would wear new clothes, and then go to a mela near our village. The next day we would collect more money and go to a waterpark. So, it used to be a two-day festivity. And those were some of the most beautiful days, where we would just be happy,' Munawar recalls. Now, Munawar experiences the joy from the other side of tradition—giving Eidi and spreading happiness himself. 'The tables have turned,' he says, adding, 'And it is beautiful. I feel very blessed that I am able to help or give people Eidi. Eidi is not a few bucks, but it is happiness. Whenever I give Eidi to the younger ones, I see myself in them. It would take me back to my young days.' The festival is also a reminder to be grateful. Munawar, who started his career as a standup comedian, admits he has a lot to be grateful about. 'When I used to go school, I would hop on a friend's cycle. Once his mother taunted me, and since then I started walking to the school. I used to pray to God that I just need a cycle. I would pray that I just need a cycle and I don't want anything else. And when my cycle got repaired, I used to feel I have everything. I was happy with just a cycle, so now everything is a bonus. I am the happiest. I often I sit in my apartment, and it clicks me where I am; I admire everything about life,' the Malaal singer shares. 'Eid ki biryani ka swaad hi alag hai' Munawar Faruqui; PC: Tejas Kudtarkar While Munawar claims he can make anything, and loves cooking, he avoids making anything on Eid. 'I don't experiment on Eid,' he quips. He adds, 'I love eating biryani any day, anywhere. But the biryani that is made on Eid is different. Eid ki biryani ka swaad alag hai, when you eat with your family and it is made in such large portions. I love Sheer khurma, but I prefer it when it is a day old as the mile gets thicker. So, my wife makes fresh Sheer khurma just the way I like it. She keeps the consistency exactly the way I prefer.' 'It was important for both of us to meet at the right time' This is Munawar's second Eid with his wife – makeup artist Mehzabeen Coatwala. Munawar praises his wife's role in organizing Eid, especially taking care of the shopping. 'My wife has taken care of that department really very well of shopping. She is very organized. She takes care of herself and the kids,' he mentions. As the family of four – the two have two children – celebrates Eid this year, Munawar states, 'We were together last year together. And it feels special now. Last two years, I would go to my sister's place for Eid. But this time everyone is going to come to my place for Eid. Now my family is here. So, forty people will be here and we will throw a dawaat.' Talking about finding his true companion, Munawar states it is all about the timing. 'There comes a time, when you get better with relationships, and understanding people. You aren't immature anymore; you don't look for relationships that you aren't sure where they will take you. So, with time, age, and experience, you understand what a life partner is and how important they are. It was important for both of us to meet at the right time. Also, to find your destination, you need to go through the journey. Sometimes the journey can be beautiful, and sometimes it can be bad. However, even the bad ones turn out to be beautiful. Some people find their destination sooner and some later. Hume thoda waqt laga but it is a good ending. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages and quotes !
Pink Villa
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Heeramandi fame Sharmin Segal and husband Aman Mehta welcome their first child, find out gender
Heeramandi star Sharmin Segal has reportedly welcomed a baby boy. The actress, who is also the niece of filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali, is said to have given birth to her first child with husband Aman Mehta on May 28, 2025, according to journalist Vickey Lalwani. As of now, the couple has not made any official announcement on social media regarding the birth Sharmin Segal is married to Aman Mehta, who holds the position of Executive Director at Torrent Pharmaceuticals, a subsidiary of the Torrent Group. The couple exchanged vows in an intimate wedding ceremony in Italy in November 2023. Although Sharmin initially moved to Ahmedabad following her marriage, she has been staying in Mumbai in recent months. The Bhansali family, including Sharmin and Aman, Sanjay Leela Bhansali, and her parents Deepak and Bela Bhansali Segal, is reportedly elated by the arrival of the baby boy On the work front, Sharmin Segal last appeared in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Netflix series Heeramandi, which debuted in May last year. She portrayed the character of Alamzeb in the historical drama. Segal began her career in the film industry with her acting debut in the 2019 movie Malaal, which was produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Before entering the spotlight as an actress, she gained experience working behind the camera as an assistant director on films such as Bajirao Mastani. Her portrayal of Alamzeb in the Netflix period drama Heeramandi stands out as one of her most prominent performances so far. She was also seen in the horror-comedy Atithi Bhooto Bhava, where she shared screen space with Jackie Shroff and Pratik Gandhi. The arrival of Sharmin Segal and Aman Mehta's baby boy marks a heartwarming new beginning for the couple, bringing immense joy to the Bhansali family. As Sharmin continues to grow in her cinematic journey, the unwavering support from her loved ones and admirers remains a pillar of strength. Welcoming their son is a treasured milestone, embraced with warmth amid the ever-evolving world of showbiz. Pinkvilla extends heartfelt congratulations to Sharmin and Aman, wishing them endless happiness and blessings in their new role as parents!
Time of India
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Heeramandi' fame and Sanjay Leela Bhansali's niece Sharmin Segal welcomes a baby boy with husband Aman Mehta
Sharmin Segal, known for her role in Heeramandi, and husband Aman Mehta have welcomed a baby boy, bringing joy to the Bhansali-Mehta family. The couple married in Italy in November 2023. Sharmin, Sanjay Leela Bhansali's niece, faced mixed reactions to her Heeramandi performance but learned to embrace both praise and criticism. After making headlines for her role as Alamzeb in Heeramandi, actress Sharmin Segal now has a special new chapter to celebrate. The actress, who is also Sanjay Leela Bhansali 's niece, has reportedly welcomed a baby boy with husband Aman Mehta — marking a joyous milestone for the Bhansali-Mehta family, journalist Vickey Lalwani shared on his Instagram. Family Celebrations Sharmin is married to Aman Mehta, Executive Director at Torrent Pharmaceuticals, part of the Torrent Group. The couple tied the knot in a private ceremony in Italy in November 2023. After marriage, Sharmin moved to Ahmedabad but has been in Mumbai in recent months. The entire Bhansali family — including Sharmin, Aman, Sanjay Leela Bhansali, and her parents Deepak and Bela Bhansali Segal — is reportedly thrilled about the arrival of the baby boy. Facing Criticism and Finding Growth In an earlier interview with News18 Showsha, Sharmin Segal opened up about the mixed reactions to her performance as Alamzeb in Heeramandi. She acknowledged receiving both praise and criticism, but noted that the negative feedback seemed to get more attention. Sharmin pointed out that people often overlook the appreciation amid the criticism. Initially, she distanced herself from discussions and even disabled comments on her social media posts. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Doutora: bolsas nos olhos sem cirurgia (em qualquer idade) Revista Saúde & Beleza Saiba Mais Undo However, she eventually chose to engage with the feedback. Sharmin admitted that by avoiding reviews, she was also missing out on the positive responses. This change in perspective helped her accept both compliments and critiques as part of her learning journey. On the work front, Sharmin Segal was last seen in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Netflix series Heeramandi, which premiered in May last year. She played the role of Alamzeb in the period drama. Sharmin began her career as an assistant director to her uncle Sanjay Leela Bhansali, before making her acting debut in his 2019 production Malaal. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
News18
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Heeramandi Fame Sharmin Segal Welcomes Baby Boy With Husband Aman Mehta
Last Updated: It's a boy! Sanjay Leela Bhansali's niece Sharmin Segal has welcomed her first child with husband Aman Mehta. Congratulations are in order as Heeramandi actress Sharmin Segal has welcomed her first child – a baby boy – with her husband, Aman Mehta. Sharmin, niece of filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali, delivered her baby boy on May 28, reports journalist Vickey Lalwani. However, it should be noted that neither Sharmin nor her husband Aman has announced the news yet on social media. Sharmin Segal is married to Aman Mehta – the Executive Director for Torrent Pharmaceuticals, a division of the Torrent Group. The two tied the knot in a private ceremony in November 2023 in Sharmin settled in Ahmedabad post marriage, she has been in Mumbai in recent months. The entire Bhansali family – including the new parents, Sharmin and Aman; Sanjay Leela Bhansali; and Sharmin's parents, Deepak and Bela Bhansali Segal – is overjoyed at the arrival of the newborn! Meanwhile, on the professional front, Sharmin Segal was seen in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Netflix series 'Heeramandi' which premiered in May last year. She played the role of Alamzeb in the period drama series. Sharmin forayed into the film industry with her acting debut in the 2019 film 'Malaal', a Sanjay Leela Bhansali production co-starring Meezan Jafri. Having closely worked with SLB as an assistant director on projects like 'Bajirao Mastani', Sharmin expanded her roles into acting post 'Malaal'. She also starred in the horror comedy film 'Atithi Bhooto Bhava', co-starring Jackie Shroff and Pratik Gandhi. Sharmin Segal faced massive criticism after the release of 'Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar' in May 2024. Her performance in the show left many disappointed. Sharmin also reacted to the trolling later. 'I've been working on my mental health for a very long time in my life now. It is just not throughout my acting life. It is something when you start understanding yourself better, it becomes a lot easier to realise that you live in a very vast world where people with a lot of opinions," she told Pinkvilla. First Published:
Indian Express
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Sanjay Leela Bhansali's niece, Heeramandi actor Sharmin Segal is expecting her first child with businessman husband Aman Mehta: report
Sharmin Segal, who was all over the news last year for the portrayal of Alamzeb in uncle Sanjay Leela Bhansali's debut web series, Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, is reportedly pregnant with her first child. Sharmin, who was quite active on Instagram until June last year, has not posted anything after June 27. Her last post was from her holiday to a unknown location. The news of her pregnancy was shared by journalist Vickey Lalwani on social media. Sharmin, who marked her Bollywood debut with the 2019 film Malaal, later appeared in the 2022 film Atithi Bhooto Bhava, followed by Heeramandi. While, Sanjay Leela Bhansali's series garnered attention for its larger-than-life sets and customised costumes depicting the lifestyle of courtesans, it equally attracted criticism for Sharmin's performance, with some even targeting and trolling the actress. The series also starred actors Manisha Koirala, Aditi Rao Hydari, Fardeen Khan, Sonakshi Sinha and Richa Chadha, among others. Sharmin had addressed the trolling but chose to look at the silver lining. 'I had given my all to Alamzeb's character. We tend to fixate on the negatives but there are so many positives that have also come along, which we don't talk about. It's perhaps not interesting enough to talk about positives and we tend to look over them to some degree,' she had said. Sharmin Segal married the executive director of Torrent Pharmaceuticals in 2023 amid the filming of Heeramandi. The couple is now expecting their first child. The actress and her family are yet to confirm the news. The actress settled in Ahmedabad after marrying Aman. However, it is reported that Sharmin is currently in Mumbai for her delivery. Before, getting into acting, Sharmin was assisting his uncle Sanjay in several of his films.
