Apoorva Agnihotri calls wife Shilpa Saklani his 'rock', 'soulmate' and 'best friend' on her birthday
Mumbai, June 5
Actor Apoorva Agnihotri penned a heartfelt birthday note for his wife, Shilpa Saklani, calling her his "rock", "soulmate" and "best friend".
Taking to his social media account, Apoorva shared a stunning portrait of Shilpa dressed in a powder-blue saree with golden floral motifs and an embellished blouse.
The actress was seen sporting a sleek bun, hoop earrings and bright pink lipstick in the picture.
Along with the picture, he wrote, "Happy Birthday To My Rock ..My Soulmate..and My Best Friend.. Thank You For Being My Peace & Passion."
Talking about their love story, Apoorva and Shilpa first met during the early years of their television careers and gradually developed a close friendship that blossomed into love.
After dating for many years, the couple tied the knot in 2004 and have since completed more than two decades of marriage.
The duo has often spoken about standing by each other through the ups and downs of life and showbiz. Their bond was also visible when they participated together in the reality show 'Bigg Boss 7' in 2013.
In 2022, the couple embraced parenthood with the birth of their daughter Ishaani Kanu Agnihotri.
Ever since her birth, Apoorva and Shilpa have frequently shared adorable moments featuring their little one on social media.
On the professional front, Apoorva Agnihotri made his Bollywood debut with the Shah Rukh Khan starrer 'Pardes' opposite Mahima Chaudhary. He later appeared in films such as 'Pyaar Koi Khel Nahin', 'Hum Ho Gaye Aapke', 'Lakeer' and others. He gained immense popularity on the small screen with shows including 'Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahin', where his portrayal of Armaan Suri earned him a huge fan following.
Talking about Shilpa Saklani, the actress is a familiar face in Indian television. She is best remembered for playing Ganga in the iconic TV show 'Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi' and has also been part of shows such as 'Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahin', 'Kkusum', 'Lavanya'.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Remember watching them on Bigg Boss 7! They were one of the few couples who came out stronger from that show. Shilpa always seemed like a very grounded person. Happy birthday to her! 🎂
This is so sweet! Apoorva has always been very private about his personal life, but his love for Shilpa is evident. Their journey from friends to life partners is inspiring. And that saree picture is absolutely gorgeous! 💙
Lovely to see such genuine love in the entertainment industry. They've been through highs and lows together and still standing strong. Reminds me of my parents' generation - true companionship. Wishing Shilpa a wonderful year ahead!
Honestly, this is what every relationship should aim for - being each other's peace and passion. After all these years in the fickle world of showbiz, to have found that is truly special. Happy birthday Shilpa! 🎉
Great to see them happy! Both are talented actors who deserve all the love. Their daughter Ishaani is lucky to have such loving parents. Hope they continue inspiring us with their bond.
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