From co-stars to soon-to-be parents, here's how Vikrant-Sheetal's love bloomed
What's the story
In the era of speed dating, there are still couples who've had an eye for each other since Day 1, before they decided on a forever. Actors Vikrant Massey and Sheetal Thakur are one such couple. As the couple is soon set to embark on a joyous ride of parenthood, we take a look back at how their relationship turned into marriage.
Dating
Co-stars turned lovers
Massey and Thakur first worked together in the 2018 series of ALTBalaji, titled Broken But Beautiful. Although it was their first time as co-stars, they reportedly knew each other since 2015. During the show's shoot, not only did their on-screen chemistry work but offline also they hit it off pretty well. They fell in love, becoming an inseparable couple over time.
Engagement
A close-knit engagement ceremony
A little while after they began dating, the couple decided to get engaged in 2019. It wasn't a lavish affair, rather, the couple opted for an intimate setting. They exchanged rings in the presence of their family and close friends. Their engagement was such a private affair that Massey himself broke the news to the media while sharing a few glimpses from the ceremony.
Live-in relationship
Staying in a live-in relationship
According to reports, the couple was more than willing to get married sooner after their engagement. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic played a spoiled sport, and their marriage was pushed to later. However, they went on a house hunt, finalized a sea-facing apartment, moved in together before the marriage, and stayed in a live-in relationship for a few years.
Marriage
Hitched in February 2022
After being in a relationship for many years, Massey and Thakur finally got hitched in February 2022. A week before their traditional wedding, the couple reportedly had a registered marriage. They also shared pictures from their wedding on their respective social media handles, with a similar caption saying that their journey of seven years, turned into a promise of seven lifetimes.
Pregnancy
Baby is on its way!
As per a recent exclusive report by ETimes, Massey and Thakur are expecting their first child together. Quoting a source close to the actors, the report claimed that Thakur is pregnant, and the soon-to-be parents are excited about starting a new journey. However, there is no official confirmation from the couple yet. On the work front, Massey was last seen in Gaslight and Mumbaikar.