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India.com
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet Amar Upadhyay's real-life Tulsi, the woman he found through arranged match, not daily soap twist, she is…
In the vibrant world of Indian television, actor Amar Upadhyay, renowned for his portrayal of a beloved character as Mihir Virani in the iconic TV series Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi, found his life partner not through a dramatic twist but via a traditional arranged marriage. Their union, rooted in cultural customs, blossomed into a partnership marked by mutual respect and shared values. Who is Amar Upadhyay's real-life Tulsi? In 1999, at the age of 23, Amar married Hetal, an engineer by profession. Their meeting was orchestrated by their families, leading to a connection that transcended the traditional boundaries of arranged marriages. How did Amar Upadhyay describe his first meeting with Hetal Upadhyay? In a throwback interview, Amar reminisced about their first meeting, arranged by their families, which laid the foundation for their enduring relationship. He fondly described Hetal as 'one of the most beautiful human beings I know,' highlighting the profound connection they share. The couple decided early on to start a family, becoming proud parents to two children: Aryaman and Chenab. This decision, made in their youth, has allowed them to enjoy parenthood while still embracing life's adventures together. How did Hetal Upadhyay become Amar Upadhyay's support? Hetal, while maintaining a low public profile, has been a pillar of support in Amar's life. Her background in engineering and her role as a social activist reflect a commitment to both professional excellence and societal contribution. Apart from this, Hetal is a property developer and plays an active role in her husband's real estate firm, Jalram Eco Homes. How did Amar Upadhyay surprise her wife on their 25th anniversary? The couple's recent celebration of their 25th wedding anniversary in Goa was a testament to their enduring love. Amar orchestrated a series of surprises for Hetal, including a romantic seaside dinner complete with a tent, bonfire, and flowers. Reflecting on their journey, Amar expressed, 'It feels fantastic to be married to her. Hetal echoed his sentiments, emphasizing the absence of ego in their relationship and the unwavering support they provide each other.
India.com
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet Amar Upadhyay aka Mihir Virani's wife, as beautiful as any Bollywood actress, she is a...., her name is...
Meet Amar Upadhyay aka Mihir Virani's wife, as beautiful as any Bollywood actress, she is a...., her name is... From the time the return of Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi 2 has been announced, Fans cannot keep calm, and all eyes have been hooked on the iconic pair of Tulsi and Mihir. While Smriti Irani's first glimpse has also created buzz online, Amit Upadhyay's role is also confirmed to reprise his role as Mihir. While fans are counting days to witness this nostalgic journey beginning on 29th July at 10:30 pm on Star Plus. The real life of lead actors has also been doing the rounds. And now, everyone is wondering what Mihir's real-life partner looks like. Who is Hetal Upadhyay Much like the on-screen chemistry of Tulsi and Mihir, the real-life chemistry between Amar Upadhyay and his wife Hetal is also quite dreamy. Away from the world of showbiz, Hetal Upadhyay is a glamorous and stylish 46-year-old woman. Known for her sharp business acumen and sartorial choice of fashion, she is often seen posting fashion and lifestyle pictures, where fashion enthusiasts are always taking notes from her. Many people believe that Hetal can outshine leading celebrities in beauty. Speaking of Hetal's professional life, she is a powerhouse of talent. Hetal is a real estate developer and an engineer by qualification. She also manages Amar's real estate company, Jalram Eco Homes, and is actively involved in its operations. The 48-year-old also knows how to balance her business and family life. Amit and Hetal's Love Story and More Besides this, the love story of Amar and Hetal is rooted in tradition but blossomed with a modern twist. The duo tied the knot in 1999, when Amar was just 23. Although it was an arranged marriage, the chemistry between the duo sparked quickly. In a previous interview, Amar revealed that he first met Hetal at her home, and it was her honesty and simplicity that really struck a chord with him. Therefore, he couldn't resist asking her out for a lunch date. The couple dined at Gaylords in Churchgate, and their bond only grew stronger from there. Interestingly, before Amar could officially propose, Hetal took the lead and asked him to marry her. Even after 26 years of their marriage, the duo continues to set couple goals.
Hindustan Times
21-06-2025
- Hindustan Times
Missing filmmaker died in Ahmedabad crash despite not being in plane or hostel
Filmmaker Mahesh Jirawala, who was reported missing after the Ahmedabad plane crash, has been confirmed to have died in the tragedy after DNA tests matched his identification, police officials said on Saturday. The filmmaker's last mobile location was traced just 700 metres away from the plane crash site in Ahmedabad's Meghani Nagar. (Raju Shinde/HT Photo) The 34-year-old filmmaker's missing report raised fears of his death but left some grounds for hope as he was neither present in the hostel complex nor on the plane at the time of the crash. Air India AI171 Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crashed into the hostel complex of BJ Medical College in Meghani Nagar in Gujarat's Ahmedabad on June 12, within minutes of its takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. However, it has now become clear that Jirawala was passing by from the area on his two-wheeler when the Gatwick-bound aircraft plunged into the hostel complex. Jaipalsinh Rathore, joint commissioner of police, Sector 2, said that a DNA test confirmed that Jirawala died in the plane crash. ALSO READ | Emotional farewell for Air India crew member Irfan Shaikh who died in Ahmedabad However, he said, since his family members were in disbelief over his death, police collected evidence such as CCTV footage of the road Jirawala was on and his burnt scooter, to clear their doubts. "Jirawala's family took his body on Friday after the DNA test confirmed his identity. His scooter, which was destroyed in the fire, was also recovered from near the crash site. The chassis and engine number also matched with the registration documents of the scooter," Rathore was quoted as saying by news agency PTI. In addition to the evidence police collected to confirm the filmmaker's death, they also traced Jirawala's last mobile location close to the accident site. ALSO READ | Ahmedabad plane crash: Week on, key recoveries done, debris to be shifted to AAI site Since many bodies were charred beyond recognition or otherwise damaged, authorities carried out DNA tests to establish their identities. What happened on June 12? Mahesh Jirawala, a resident of Naroda locality in Ahmedabad, had promised to return home to his wife Hetal. However, soon after the Air India plane crashed, his phone got switched off, and Jirawala never reached home. ALSO READ | DNA tests identify 231 Ahmedabad plane crash victims According to Hetal, Jirawala was also known as Mahesh Kalavadiya, and he was a filmmaker and used to direct music albums. On the day of the tragic incident, Jirawala had gone to meet someone at the Law Garden area. He called his wife at around 1:14 pm and told her that his meeting was over, adding that he was on his way home. However, when he did not return home, Hetal called his number, which was switched off. Soon, Jirawala's family informed the police. Investigations revealed that the filmmaker was just 700 metres away from the crash site as per the last known location of his mobile phone. Earlier, Hetal said that she never believed her husband would take that route and be eventually killed in the plane crash. Though they didn't believe Jirawala could die in the crash, his family members submitted the DNA samples to check if he was among the victims of the tragedy.
The Hindu
21-06-2025
- The Hindu
Missing filmmaker confirmed dead in Ahmedabad plane crash after DNA match; body handed over to kin
Filmmaker Mahesh Jirawala, who was reported missing following last week's Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, has died in the catastrophe as confirmed by the DNA matching of samples, a police official said on Saturday (June 21, 2025). Jirawala, 34, was passing by from the area on his two-wheeler just when the London-bound plane plunged into a hostel complex in Meghaninagar part of Ahmedabad moments after taking off from the city's international airport, he said, adding that his mortal remains were handed over to his family. A total of 270 persons - 241 on board the aircraft and 29 on the ground - were killed in the crash, one of India's worst aviation disasters. Joint Commissioner of Police, Sector 2, Jaipalsinh Rathore said the DNA test confirmed that Jirawala died in the plane crash, but as his family members were still in disbelief, the police collected and presented other evidence, such as CCTV footage of the road and his burnt scooter, in order to clear their doubts and convince them. "Jirawala's family took his body on Friday after the DNA test confirmed his identity. His scooter, which was destroyed in the fire, was also recovered from near the crash site. The chassis and engine number also matched with the registration documents of the scooter," he said. "To clear his family's doubts, we collected CCTV footage of that area to establish that he was indeed using that route for some time. His last mobile location was last traced close to the accident site," the officer added. Since many of the bodies were burnt beyond recognition or damaged otherwise, authorities are carrying out DNA tests to establish the identity of victims of the horrific tragedy. Soon after the crash, the mobile phone of Jirawala, a resident of Naroda locality in Ahmedabad, got switched off and he never returned home as he had promised to his wife Hetal. Talking to reporters, she said her husband, who was also known as Mahesh Kalavadiya, was a filmmaker and used to direct music albums. On the day of the plane crash, Jirawala went to meet someone at the Law Garden area. At 1.14 pm, he called his wife and told her that his meeting was over and that he was on his way home. However, when he did not return, she called on his number but found it switched off. After the police were intimated, their investigation found that as per the last location of his mobile phone he was 700 metres away from the crash site. Hetal earlier said she never believed that her husband would pass from that route and eventually get killed in the crash. While maintaining that he would never use that route to come home, his family submitted the DNA samples to check if he was one of those killed on the ground.
Time of India
21-06-2025
- Time of India
Missing filmmaker confirmed dead in plane crash after DNA match; body handed over to kin
Filmmaker Mahesh Jirawala , who was reported missing following last week's Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, has died in the catastrophe as confirmed by the DNA matching of samples, a police official said on Saturday. Jirawala, 34, was passing by from the area on his two-wheeler just when the London-bound plane plunged into a hostel complex in Meghaninagar part of Ahmedabad moments after taking off from the city's international airport, he said, adding that his mortal remains were handed over to his family. A total of 270 persons - 241 on board the aircraft and 29 on the ground - were killed in the crash, one of India's worst aviation disasters. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Cara Membantu Orang Terkasih Menghadapi Limfoma Limfoma Pelajari Undo Joint Commissioner of Police, Sector 2, Jaipalsinh Rathore said the DNA test confirmed that Jirawala died in the plane crash, but as his family members were still in disbelief, the police collected and presented other evidence, such as CCTV footage of the road and his burnt scooter, in order to clear their doubts and convince them. "Jirawala's family took his body on Friday after the DNA test confirmed his identity. His scooter, which was destroyed in the fire, was also recovered from near the crash site. The chassis and engine number also matched with the registration documents of the scooter," he said. Live Events "To clear his family's doubts, we collected CCTV footage of that area to establish that he was indeed using that route for some time. His last mobile location was last traced close to the accident site," the officer added. Since many of the bodies were burnt beyond recognition or damaged otherwise, authorities are carrying out DNA tests to establish the identity of victims of the horrific tragedy. Soon after the crash, the mobile phone of Jirawala, a resident of Naroda locality in Ahmedabad, got switched off and he never returned home as he had promised to his wife Hetal. Talking to reporters, she said her husband, who was also known as Mahesh Kalavadiya, was a filmmaker and used to direct music albums. On the day of the plane crash, Jirawala went to meet someone at the Law Garden area. At 1.14 pm, he called his wife and told her that his meeting was over and that he was on his way home. However, when he did not return, she called on his number but found it switched off. After the police were intimated, their investigation found that as per the last location of his mobile phone he was 700 metres away from the crash site. Hetal earlier said she never believed that her husband would pass from that route and eventually get killed in the crash. While maintaining that he would never use that route to come home, his family submitted the DNA samples to check if he was one of those killed on the ground.
