Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal first met on the sets of their film, Fukrey. Their chemistry was undeniable, and they eventually fell in love. Following a few years of romance, the couple married in secret in 2020, but nobody was aware of the marriage because of the epidemic.
In response to a question concerning their early dating locations, the actress said she did not want her family to learn that she was seeing Ali through the media. “When I was ready to discuss this at home with my family, then I thought I would just come out,” she stated.
The Interfaith Marriage
Richa, a Hindu, and Ali, a Muslim, come from different religious backgrounds. They registered their marriage under the Special Marriage Act due to these differences. Despite the societal norms and judgments, the couple stood firm in their choice. Richa explained,
“If you stand firm with your choice and your immediate family is with you and supportive of you, nobody else really matters. And like I said, a human being is a human being first and when you go and fall in love, your search has no filters on. When you fall in love, that’s what it is.”
The Announcement
The couple initially decided to keep their marriage a secret. Richa did not want her family to find out about her relationship via media, so she sat down with her family and discussed her relationship with Ali. It was only in 2022 that Richa and Ali revealed their marriage and celebrated their union with their loved ones.
The Public Revelation
The couple’s decision publicly revealed their relationship was a significant moment in their journey. It was when Richa wanted to accompany Ali to the Venice Film Festival for the premiere of Victoria and Abdul. Richa shared,
“I remember I had to travel to be his plus one for the Venice Film Festival for (Victoria & Abdul) with Judi Dench. I was like… I am not missing your Judi Dench red carpet for the world. He was like but no one knows, so I said let’s just tell them now, it’s time.”
This moment of openness and inclusion marked a new chapter in their love story.
The Journey Ahead
Richa and Ali are now expecting their first child together. Their love story is a testament to their belief in love without filters. Despite the challenges and judgments, they have stood by each other and continue celebrating their love.
The Challenges Of An Interfaith Marriage
Interfaith marriages often face societal judgments and challenges, particularly in our society. However, Richa and Ali have managed to navigate these challenges gracefully and resiliently. They have shown that love transcends all boundaries, including religion. Their union is a testament to their belief in love without filters.