Imran, Avantika tie the knot

Khan, who had been dating Malik for the past eight years, had a registered marriage at his uncle Aamir Khan’s house.

MUMBAI: Imran Khan bid adieu to bachelorhood and married long time girlfriend Avantika Malik on Monday.

The couple left yesterday for their honeymoon, their destination of choice - Thailand. The newlyweds will not be alone - 50 guests will be accompanying them.

Khan, who had been dating Malik for the past eight years, had a registered marriage at his superstar uncle Aamir Khan’s house in Pali Hill.

After the wedding, Imran came to his house with his newlywed wife in a black Porsche decorated with white flags with “Just Married” written on it. The house was decorated with flowers and lights.

Both wore traditional wedding costumes, Malik was wearing a light grey lehenga choli with a red border and gold work while Khan was dressed in a black bandh-gala.

“I’m not feeling married right now, it will take some time to sink in. I’m very happy,” Imran told reporters after reaching home.

Asked how he felt after breaking the hearts of his female fans, the 27-year-old said, “I’ve been in a relationship for the past eight years, so the point of breaking hearts doesn’t arise. Everyone always knew that I’m dating and was never single, so getting married is nothing new.”

Imran’s maternal uncle, Aamir was dressed in a white sherwani with self-print and a maroon churidar and his wife Kiran Rao went traditional too, donning a purple-gold lehenga choli.

“We are very happy for both of them and all our blessing are with them. I hope they have a happy married life and have lots of kids,” said the visibly elated Aamir. The actor will be hosting a grand reception once the couple returns from their honeymoon. The date has not been fixed, but it is scheduled for the end of this month.

After the wedding, the couple hosted a quiet dinner for close family and friends at Taj Lands End Hotel.

Published in The Express Tribune, January 12^th, 2011.