Housefull 2 actress Shazahn Padamsee gets married to businessman Ashish Kanakia in Mumbai
"It is said that when you meet the one, you will feel peace and not butterflies, and in my case, that's exactly what happened. Ashish has shown me the importance of being less sensitive towards criticism, and not to take life too seriously" -- Shazahn
Actress
Shazahn Padamsee
, known for her roles in Housefull 2 and Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year, tied the knot with businessman Ashish Kanakia in a private ceremony held in Mumbai on June 5. The couple, who got engaged in November 2024, celebrated their union with a traditional ceremony attended by close friends and family.
Ahead of the wedding, the actress had told us, "I always wanted to settle down with someone outside of the film industry. In today's fast moving world, deep down I have always been an old school romantic. When Ashish and I met, both of us were looking for a long-term, stable relationship. From day one I felt most at peace with Ashish. I feel I can be my most authentic self with him. It is said that when you meet the one, you will feel peace and not butterflies, and in my case, that's exactly what happened.
He has shown me the importance of being less sensitive towards criticism, and not to take life too seriously. We have our set of challenges like most couples do. Luckily, we both dislike the silent treatment and prefer communicating openly to resolve things instead of letting them fester.'
Housefull 2 actress Shazahn Padamsee gets married to businessman Ashish Kanakia in Mumbai
Shazahn is the daughter of the legendary Alyque Padamsee and singer-actress Sharon Prabhakar. Ashish, the CEO of MovieMax Cinemas and Director at Kanakia Group, comes from a strong legacy in business and cinema, making theirs a creative union.
The wedding festivities kicked off with vibrant Mehendi and Haldi celebrations, each event reflected the couple's shared love for heartfelt traditions.
For the wedding day, Shazahn and Ashish wore ensembles designed by
Manish Malhotra
. The décor featured soft hues of blush pink and sage green, creating an ethereal and serene atmosphere. The aesthetic embraced a minimal-yet-luxurious tone, true to the couple's desire for a celebration that was intimate, elegant, and deeply personal. Sangeet and reception will happen on Saturday.
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