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Time of India
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
We plan to marry by the end of this year: Avika Gor on her engagement
Avika Gor, best known as Anandi from the TV show Balika Vadhu, recently got engaged to her longtime boyfriend, corporate professional Milind Chandwani, in a close-knit ceremony. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now She shares, 'Milind is my soulmate. He is mature and balanced, and we waited for a long time to get engaged. It was his idea that we should get to know each other well, and that's why we waited for many years. I wanted to keep it a low-key affair, and so there were only family members present.' She adds, 'We'll soon set a wedding date. We plan to get married by the end of this year.' The couple has been in a long-distance relationship, with Milind based in Bengaluru and Avika in Mumbai. 'It's not easy. We both travel a lot for work. But I've learnt that a good companion is someone who's also your best friend and supports your dreams. Milind has always been supportive. When people recognise me as Anandi and pull my cheeks, he clicks pictures — he's proud of me. He brings stability to my spontaneous nature. ' Post marriage, Avika has no plans to move to a different city. She said, 'Just because my work is here, I would not want Milind to move to Mumbai either. I travel a lot for my South films, and Milind's parents stay in Hyderabad, so that will give me a chance to spend time with them.' 'Not a PR strategy' The engagement coincides with their participation in a reality show based on couples. Ask her if it's just a coincidence, and she says, 'I didn't want to announce the engagement because of the show, but then I thought, why not just go with it? It's not a PR strategy, just a coincidence.' Along with her acting projects, Avika turned producer with the Telugu film Popcorn. 'Just like my engagement, my production house is a dream come true. I'm happy with the path I've carved in showbiz,' she signs off. 'Balika Vadhu' fame Avika Gor all set to make her big Bollywood debut
Hindustan Times
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Actor Avika Gor: Loving the ‘Hone waali bahu' tag after engagement to Milind Chandwani
On Wednesday, actor Avika Gor surprised fans by announcing her engagement to engineer-turned-philanthropist Milind Chandwani. 'Easiest 'yes' of my life,' she wrote on Instagram. While they dated for close to five years, Avika (27) says she and Milind (32) were sure about their future together from the get-go. The actor tells us, 'The surety of stepping into a new world with him is on a new level. I am extremely excited; I wanted the world to know about our journey and be part of our happiness.' While this phase of life is 'taking a while to sink in', the actor adds that she's enjoying the lead-up to their nuptials: 'Now that we are officially engaged, I got the tag of 'hone waali bahu' from my in-laws, and I am loving it.' As for her long-time beau, Avika says they complement each other 'perfectly'. She shares, 'I'm a hardcore filmi-type romantic, and Milind is completely opposite, but he made it a point to make things extra romantic for me.' Recalling a particularly memorable moment from the ceremony in Hyderabad, she says, 'While it was drizzling, he was like, 'Baarish mein rings exchange karte hain'.' Avika expressed her excitement about this new chapter. "I am extremely excited and wanted the world to know about our new journey and wanted all to be part of our happiness," she shared. The actor revealed that picking the specific date for the announcement had been on her mind for quite some time, so it "had to happen on the set day." Now that they're engaged, are wedding bells close? Avika confirms, 'Issi saal hoga; we want to get hitched soon.' She playfully adds, 'He is my dream man, and I want to believe that I am his dream girl too; but if I am not, then bechare ke paas koi option nahin hain (laughs).' Avika also mentions that this period marks many "firsts" with Milind. "I don't know why and how we both agreed to do a reality show together, so that's another phase awaiting," she mused. The actor began dating Milind, who runs an NGO and appeared on Roadies 17, in 2020 and went public a few months later.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Pati Patni Aur Panga: Avika Gor-Milind Chandwani make their first appearances together after engagement
Avika Gor and Milind Chandwani, who took fans by surprise with their engagement announcement on June 11, are now gearing up for their first project together as a couple. The pair shared stunning pictures from the special occasion, revealing that their engagement took place in a private, intimate ceremony. A day after announcing their engagement, Avika Gor and Milind Chandwani made their first public appearance together. The couple was spotted at the shooting of their new show, Pati Patni Aur Panga. Avika and Milind are one of the confirmed celebrity couples, participating in the show. Avika grabbed attention in a striking red mini dress with a deep neckline, styled with a wide black and gold belt at the waist. She completed her outfit with knee-high black boots and loose wavy hair, giving off a confident and stylish vibe. Milind looked sharp beside her in a rust-brown suit worn over a dark teal shirt, topped off with a pocket square. Their outfits perfectly balanced bold and classy. The couple happily posed for the paparazzi and even had a light chat with them. Milind joked that taking a 'panga' with Avika wouldn't be easy, which made her blush and respond with a sweet 'awww.' Their bond was clearly visible — they smiled at each other, held hands, and exchanged sweet looks that showed their happiness for this new phase. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo It was their first appearance together after getting engaged and also the start of a new journey together on screen. Sharing her excitement about the show, Avika had earlier said in a statement, 'Coming back to the channel honestly feels like coming home. Balika Vadhu was the beginning of everything for me. It gave me love, recognition, and a lifetime of memories. And now, years later, I return not as a character but as myself, and with Milind by my side. He has been such a grounding force in my life, and saying yes to him was the easiest and most beautiful decision I've ever made. Now, saying yes to sharing our story with the world feels just as special. I can't wait for the family, who have always embraced me with open arms, to meet the person who makes my world feel complete. This show is a celebration of us, and I truly hope it resonates with everyone who believes in love in all its real, messy, magical glory.' Avika Gor Engaged to MTV Roadies Star Milind Chandwani | Stunning Photos & Love Story
India.com
a day ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Who is Avika Gor's fiance Milind Chandwani? An alumnus of IIM Ahmedabad and a software engineer, also the founder of...
Actress Avika Gor, who rose to fame as Anandi in the TV serial Balika Vadhu, has now grown up and recently got engaged at the age of 27. After dating for several years, Avika got engaged to her long-time boyfriend, Milind Chandwani. Their engagement pictures are going viral on social media. The actress made her relationship official in November 2020, and the couple had been dating for almost five years. For the engagement, Avika looked stunning in a light pink floral saree, while Milind complemented her in a matching traditional kurta-pyjama paired with a floral pink jacket. Sharing the photos, Avika wrote, 'He asked.. I smiled, I cried (in that order)… and screamed the easiest YES of my life! I'm full filmy- background score, slow-mo dreams, mascara running and all. He's logic, calm, and 'let's carry a first-aid kit just in case.' I manifest drama. He manages it. And somehow, we just… Fit. So when he asked, the heroine in me took over — arms in the air, tears in my eyes, and zero network in my brain. Because real love? It may not always be perfect.' Milind Chandwani, who prefers to stay low-key, is an alumnus of IIM-Ahmedabad. He began his career at the Indian tech giant Infosys, and worked in a 9-5 role as a software engineer. However, he didn't just limit himself to the corporate world. He followed his passion for social change and founded an NGO, Camp Diaries, that focuses on supporting underprivileged children. Apart from being in corporate, he took a step towards showbiz by being a participant in MTV Roadies Real Heroes in 2019. He was in Neha Dhupia's team, where he left the audience impressed with his confidence and humble nature. Avika Gor had shared that it was Milind's idea to take time and explore more things with Avika before tying the knot. She was 26, and he was 32 when they decided to give time to their bond.
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Business Standard
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Business Standard
Who is Milind Chandwani, Balika Vadhu actor Avika Gor's to-be husband?
On Wednesday, TV and OTT star Avika Gor and her longtime boyfriend, Milind Chandwani, got engaged. The actor called it the easiest "yes" of her life while posting two photos from the party to Instagram. For those who are unaware, the couple has been together for five years and has never held back from publicly declaring their love. In November 2020, she had introduced her boyfriend to the public. For the engagement, Avika chose to wear a baby pink silk saree. While the former MTV Roadies contestant wore a multicolored traditional attire with sadri and white kurta pajamas. Avika Gor gets engaged: The 'announcement' post The actor shared photos from her engagement ceremony and commented, 'He asked.. I smiled, I cried and screamed the easiest YES of my life! I'm full of filmy — background score, slow-mo dreams, mascara running and all. He's logical, calm, and 'let's carry a first-aid kit just in case.' I manifest drama. He manages it. And somehow, we just… Fit. So when he asked, the heroine in me took over — arms in the air, tears in my eyes, and zero network in my brain. Because of real love? It may not always be perfect. But, It. Is. Magical.' Who is Milind Chandwani, Avika's finance? Milind Chandwani was an engineer, and is now a philanthropist. According to a Republic report, he started working as a software engineer at Infosys after graduating from Bangalore's Dayanand Sagar College of Engineering. He did, however, leave the business world to work with non-profits that prioritise the welfare and education of marginalised communities, such as Teach For India and iTeach Schools. He is currently the CEO of Camp Diaries, a non-profit organisation that offers educational opportunities to underprivileged kids. Additionally, Milind received widespread recognition for his role as a part of Neha Dhupia's gang on MTV Roadies Season 17. His talent and charm struck a chord with the audience and the show's mentors, gaining him a devoted young fan base despite his failure to make it to the finale. Avika Gor on her 'marriage plans' Avika appeared in the podcast hosted by Bharti Singh and Harsh Limbachiyaa. In the podcast, the actress candidly discussed her private life and stated, 'Milind Chandwani and I have been dating each other for 4 years. Milind is not from our industry. He has a job and apart from this, he also has an NGO. When our relationship started, we were only in the friend zone for the first 6 months. We never rushed in our relationship. Milind is so good that I have married him in my mind. I feel like marrying him today, but Milind says that there is a lot of difference between my age and his. So I should take my time accordingly. Only after this should I think about marriage.' About the actress, Avika Gaur Avika Gaur has made a name for herself in the TV industry. In her role as Anandi in the television series "Balika Vadhu," the audience showered her with love. Avika has been a part of this series for a long time. Later on, she played Roli in "Sasural Simar Ka". In addition to appearing in several well-known TV shows, Avika has acted in a number of well-known South Indian films, such as "Uyyala Jampala," "Ekadiki Pothavu Chinnavada," and "Thank You." Recently she was seen in the comedy show of Youtube series, India's Got Latent.
