Meet Aishwarya Rai’s co-star, who married a Muslim man 18-years-older, faced backlash from her community, got divorced after 8 years, then…
Tannaz Irani became a household name on television with her roles in Swabhimaan, Ye Meri Life Hai and Kis Desh Mein Hai Mera Dil. She made her film debut in 2000 with Hadh Kar Di Aapne and played supporting roles in successful movies like Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai, 36 China Town, Main Prem Ki Diwani Hoon and Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein. Besides acting, she has also been a runner-up of Mrs India in 2002.
Born in a Parsi family, Tannaz was just 20 when she married Farid Currim, who was 18 years elder to her. She was abandoned by her community for marrying someone of not the same background. Tannaz became mother to her daughter Zianne at the age of 20. After few years of marriage, Tannaz and Farid got divorced. Due to age differences and professional reasons, they grew apart. Their daughter Zianne lives with Farid now.
On the sets of a popular show Fame Gurukul, Tannaz met Bakhtiyaar. Their friendship eventually blossomed into love and the two decided to marry each other. However, Bakhtiyaar’s family was against their relationship due to the 8-year age gap between them. Later, it was his sister, actress Delnaaz Irani who convinced their family. The couple then tied the knot in 2007 and have a son named Zeus and a daughter named Zara.
Tannaz, who has been married to Bakhtiyaar for 16 years believes that their relationship has brought a very positive impact in her life. According to BollywoodShaddis, she said, “My current marriage is one of the most dynamic and completely volatile, full-of-life relationships I have ever had. We ask a lot of questions of each other before making any decisions. This marriage has brought a very positive change in my life. Earlier, I was very tough. Now I am emotional and very family-oriented.”
Tannaz Irani was last seen on the TV show Barsatein-Mausam Pyar Ka, where she portrayed the role of Bina, a bakery owner. Previously, she starred in the show Apna Time Bhi Aayega on Zee TV.
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