Kishwer Merchant and Suyyash Rai Share Candid Insights on Their Unique Love Story
One of Indian television's most beloved couples, Kishwer Merchant and Suyyash Rai, recently opened up about their remarkable journey together in an intimate podcast appearance with Rashami Desai. The duo, known for their chemistry both on and off-screen, discussed various aspects of their relationship that have captured public fascination over the years.
Navigating Family Reactions to Their Inter-Faith Union
Suyyash Rai revealed how their families responded to their inter-faith marriage, stating, "I think her parents have been really, really chill, especially her mother. I think she is the coolest mother I know. Trust me, I'm saying this—she has always felt there was no problem. Even her father was very cool about everything." He contrasted this with his own mother's initial reaction, "My mom is a typical Punjabi mom. She was like, 'My son has fallen in love with an older woman,' and all, but all she wanted was to meet Kishwer." Suyyash emphasized that while it took time for everyone to adjust, understanding eventually prevailed.
The Bigg Boss Wedding Proposal That Almost Happened
In a surprising revelation, Suyyash shared that Bigg Boss producers once proposed they get married on the reality show. "She got evicted from Bigg Boss on the 94th day, and I came out on the 89th day. There was just a five-day gap," he explained. "On Monday, they called me to the office and asked if I wanted to go back inside. I said, 'Send me.' Then they said, 'You have to go inside and get married.' I said okay, but first send me inside. I want to talk to her. I can't enter the house with a baraat while she's brushing her teeth. This can't be a wedding."
Addressing the Eight-Year Age Gap and Social Media Trolling
The couple has faced significant trolling regarding their age difference, with Suyyash being eight years younger than Kishwer. He addressed this directly, "Our marriage was more like a party. There was a lot of trolling because of social media—religion, age, everything. There was so much. But I never felt like I had to save my wife." He added a protective note, "If ever there comes a day when I have to protect my partner, no one has seen that side of me. What I can do, no one knows."
Suyyash further elaborated on how he views their age difference as a strength rather than a weakness. "If she's eight years older than me, then yes, she has seen more of life. If she has been in the industry eight or nine years before me, then she has seen much more than I have. So if she has the experience, the fame, and the name, that belongs to her—she worked hard for it, she earned it." He expressed admiration rather than insecurity, "How can I even feel insecure thinking she's more famous than me? Dude, she's been there for twenty-five years. Show me anyone who can stay in this industry for twenty-five years, with dignity and consistent work. It's no joke."
Strengthening Their Bond Through Bigg Boss Experience
Reflecting on their joint participation in Bigg Boss, Suyyash recalled, "I still remember, when we were going for Bigg Boss, 15 days before entering the house, I sat with my mom and dad. I said we both are going inside together and this is what we feel. I don't know what the house has in store for us." He revealed the positive outcome, "But the best part is, when we walked out, that was the strongest we ever were."
Unexpected Parenthood Journey
Kishwer Merchant shared the unexpected nature of their journey into parenthood. "It wasn't a planned child, but we just accepted him with open arms," she revealed. In a humorous anecdote, she added, "Two weeks before realizing that I was pregnant, we told my mom that we are pet parents and we don't want to have a child. However, after two weeks, I was standing in front of my mother and saying, 'I'm pregnant.' She was like, 'What? How did you manage in two weeks?'" Kishwer explained the timing, "We conceived in November and I didn't know. In January, I realized that I had skipped my periods, which meant I was pregnant."
The couple's candid revelations provide a rare glimpse into how they've navigated various challenges while maintaining a strong, loving relationship that continues to inspire their fans across India.
