Poonam Sinha Faces Backlash For Comment On Daughter Sonakshi's Marriage To Zaheer Iqbal

Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal's wedding has been a topic of discussion since their intimate ceremony on 23rd June 2024. The couple chose to forgo traditional religious rituals, opting instead for a private affair. Despite the months that have passed, they continue to capture attention with their affectionate public appearances.

Recently, Sonakshi and Zaheer appeared on Netflix's 'The Great Indian Kapil Show' Season 2 alongside Sonakshi's parents, Shatrughan and Poonam Sinha. During the show, Poonam made a remark about her son-in-law Zaheer that quickly went viral, drawing criticism from viewers online.

On the show, Poonam shared advice from her mother about marriage. She mentioned that her mother always advised marrying someone who loves you more. Poonam followed this advice in her own life but noted that her daughter Sonakshi married someone she loves more.

"Meri mummy ne kaha tha ki hamesha ussi se shaadi karna jo tumko zyada pyaar kare. Voh toh maine sunn liya, kar bhi liya. Lekin meri beti ne kya kiya? Usne usse shaadi ki jisko yeh zyada pyaar karti hai," Poonam said during the episode.

Sonakshi interjected humorously, saying, "Voh thoda debatable hai. Usko (Zaheer) lagta hai voh mujhse zyada pyaar karta hai. Mujhe lagta hai main usse zyada pyaar karti hoon. Ab settle kaun karega yeh maamla?"

The episode sparked a wave of reactions online, with many criticizing Poonam's comments as inappropriate. One Reddit user remarked, "That was very distasteful. On what basis is she saying her husband loves her more, when the whole episode he made fun of their marriage commenting how unhappy they're together and everyone knows about his affair with Reena Roy. Glad Sonakshi diverted the topic very gracefully."

Another user questioned, "Her mom married a guy who loved her more and still had an affair, what point is she trying to prove?" Despite the backlash, some praised Sonakshi for handling the situation with poise.

The incident highlights how public figures often face scrutiny over personal remarks made in jest or otherwise. While Poonam's comment was intended humorously, it sparked discussions about relationships and perceptions of love within marriages.