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Reem Shaikh rules out interfaith marriage, says she offers five daily prayers

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Reem Shaikh rules out interfaith marriage, says she offers five daily prayers

Actress shares her views on interfaith relationships when asked whether falling in love with someone from a different religion could complicate her life

MUMBAI: (UrduPoint/UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News-May 1st, 2026) Indian actress Reem Shaikh has said she does not see herself marrying outside her religion, attributing her stance to her strong personal faith and religious practices.

In a recent interview, the actress shared her views on interfaith relationships when asked whether falling in love with someone from a different religion could complicate her life.

Responding candidly, she said such a situation would not be possible for her due to her deep-rooted beliefs.

She stated that religion holds significant importance in her daily life, adding that she offers five daily prayers and has also begun observing fasting regularly.

According to her, these practices strengthen her connection with faith, making it unlikely for her to consider marrying someone from another religion.

Speaking about her outlook on love, Reem Shaikh said her views have been shaped by personal experiences.

She revealed that witnessing divorce within her family and seeing relationships around her break down has influenced her perception of romantic relationships.

Despite expressing reservations about love, she acknowledged its importance in human and spiritual connections.

She noted that love is essential for building a relationship not only with other people but also with God.

Reem Shaikh also comes from an interfaith family background, as her mother follows Hinduism while her father is Muslim.

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