In a heartwarming development that has delighted television industry insiders and fans alike, popular actors Ashlesha Savant and Sandeep Baswana have officially tied the knot after being together for an impressive 23 years. The couple, who both starred in Ektaa Kapoor's iconic television show Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, decided to make their long-standing relationship official with a simple temple wedding.
The Vrindavan Inspiration That Sealed Their Union
According to Sandeep Baswana's recent revelation to ETimes, the couple's decision to finally get married was inspired by their spiritual trip to Vrindavan in April. The actor shared that visiting the Radha-Krishna temples created a deep connection that motivated them to formalize their relationship after more than two decades together.
"That trip inspired us to get married after being together for 23 years," Sandeep confessed. He added that their parents were particularly thrilled about the development, having waited for this moment for a considerable time. The couple honored their spiritual inspiration by choosing to exchange vows in a Lord Krishna temple, keeping the ceremony simple and intimate.
Smriti Irani's Heartfelt Reaction to the Wedding
Smriti Irani, who played the lead role in Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, expressed her joy and admiration for the couple through a touching Instagram post. The politician-actress described Ashlesha and Sandeep's relationship as "unconventional" and "wonderfully their own," praising their unique approach to love and commitment.
In her social media tribute, Smriti wrote: "Some love stories take the most interesting turns. They begin not with rituals, but with realism. They promise nothing except companionship. They bring nothing to the table except the honest truth that love may ebb with time, but friendship doesn't."
The former co-star humorously admitted that she, like many other friends, had been "breathing down their necks to get married" for years, expressing relief that "irritating idiots like me finally got their way."
A Relationship That Defied Conventional Expectations
Sandeep openly addressed the constant questions the couple faced about not formalizing their relationship sooner. "In my mind, Ashlesha and I were always married," he revealed, explaining that the legal ceremony didn't fundamentally change their connection after 23 years together.
The actor shared that despite the wedding, he doesn't feel particularly different because their commitment to each other had been established long before the official ceremony. "It was something we were going to do someday, and it finally happened," Sandeep stated, expressing gratitude for the overwhelming love and blessings they've received from well-wishers.
The couple announced their marriage through social media, sharing beautiful photographs from their simple ceremony. Sandeep looked elegant in a white sherwani, while Ashlesha radiated joy in a pink saree. Their caption captured the moment perfectly: "And just like that, we stepped into a new chapter as Mr & Mrs... Tradition found its way into our hearts. We are filled with gratitude for all the blessings."
The wedding announcement attracted congratulations from numerous television celebrities including Mouni Roy, Disha Parmar, and Kishwer M Rai, highlighting the couple's strong connections within the entertainment industry.
Both actors continue to maintain active careers in television. Ashlesha is currently seen in the StarPlus show Jhanak and has been part of successful series like Anupamaa, Pavitra Rishta, and Kumkum Bhagya. Sandeep was last seen in Apollena, maintaining his presence in the industry that brought them together over two decades ago.
