Ginni Chatrath on Kapil Sharma: I trust him blindly. Whatever he says, that’s the truth for me

Kapil Sharma is all set to start new innings, not just in his professional life but also personal. The ace comedian is set to comeback on the small screen with The Kapil Sharma Show and will also tie the knot with long-time girlfriend Ginni Chatrath, in December. In an exclusive chat with BT, Kapil and Ginni speak for the first time, sharing their love story and marriage plans. … (By: Neha Maheshwari)

Considering Family Time With Kapil Sharma ended abruptly, many thought Kapil's career was over. But the comedian retorted, "Why will I not come back? You cannot think straight when you are mentally not in a good state. It feels like everything is going wrong. I realise that people are waiting for me to come back when I meet them outside. Fans usually seek permission from TV and film stars before clicking pictures with them, but with me, they behave as if I am one of them. Mujhse poochte nahi hain, pakad lete hain. Haath pakad liya aur jhappi li. It feels nice. I left home to become a singer and didn’t realise when I turned comedian." (Photo: Instagram)

Ginni said, "I supported him in every phase. I was with him day and night, making sure that he was comfortable. God was with me and being patient paid off." Kapil added, "She is very spiritual. I told her that you pray so much, pray for me, too. Mera dimag sahi nahi rehta, ajeeb sa lagta hai sab kuch. She would tell me that she prays only for me. She has been my emotional anchor; she has surrendered herself for my well-being. I will do as she says, because I know that she is right; hosh mein decision leti hai." (Photo: Instagram)

Ginni shared that Kapil has given her so much love and care that she just paid it back during his difficult phase. Kapil instead feels that Ginni will have a better understanding of the industry and how it works, now that she is in Mumbai. (Photo: Instagram)

Kapil revealed that he went to audition students at Ginni's college since he had started directing plays and that's how they met in 2005. Ginni added that she had gone to audition for gidda (a dance form). Kapil shared that he was so impressed with her that he gave her the task of auditioning the girls for him. Ginni had started liking him by then and would bring home-cooked for him everyday. Kapil said, "My friend told me that Ginni likes me, but I rubbished him. One day, I directly asked Ginni, ‘Tu mujhe like toh nahi karti?’ and she denied. Later, at a youth festival, I introduced her to my mother as one of my students. Then I came to Mumbai for the 'Laughter Challenge' audition and by then, I had also appeared on a Punjabi TV channel. Ginni was impressed with me because I was studying and working at such a young age. When I got rejected for 'Laughter Challenge', I called her and said, ‘Please don’t call me’. I felt that our friendship has no future, as her financial condition was better and we belonged to different castes. So, we took a break. When I got selected for Laughter Challenge after auditioning again, she called to congratulate me". They were in touch on and off.

Kapil shared, "When I started earning well, my mother took my marriage proposal to her family, which got rejected. Inke papaji ne bade pyaar se bola, ‘Shut up’ (laughs!). Thereafter, I got busy with work, while she pursued MBA in finance. I guess, she kept studying to avoid marriage proposals. At that time, I was settled in Mumbai, and so much was happening in my life. I then realised ki itna kuchh hua hai, but isne kabhi mujhe disturb nahi kiya. Itna patience kisi mein nahi dekha maine. Jab ye sab gadbad chal rahi thi, that’s when I decided that it was the right time to marry. It was my decision, because ye toh padhai kare hi jaa rahi thi (laughs!). So, on December 24, 2016, I called and told Ginni that I wanted to marry her. My mother has always been fond of her." (Photo: Instagram)

"Kapil is a gem of a person and very caring. There is no one like him and I can’t find anyone better than him. He is a family man. If he loves his mother and sister so much, it’s certain that he would love his partner, too. He is a star for the audience, not for me. He is still humble the way he was years ago and hasn’t changed at all." (Photo: Instagram)

Ginni said, "I trust him blindly. Whatever he says, that’s the truth for me. I don’t care what the world says." Kapil added," I used to feel that I wouldn’t be able to marry, since I am not a responsible person. I love two things — my work and music. I have many friends in the music industry and I would often jam with them, without taking stock of time. Initially, I wouldn’t like anyone calling me at that hour. After a point, however, I started feeling the void. I think that with time, I realised the importance of having a partner."

"The wedding is on December 12 in Jalandhar. Contrary to reports, we are not engaged yet and will complete all the ceremonies in December. My mother has organised a jagran at my home on December 10, and there will be an ‘Akandh Path’ at Ginni’s house on December 30. Our pre-wedding functions will include the bangle ceremony, cocktail and mehendi. We had decided to host a reception on December 22, but it is subject to change, as we are yet to finalise the venue. We are not going on a honeymoon anytime soon, because I will start shooting for my show immediately." Ginni, too, plans to set up an apparel business after moving to Mumbai." (Photo: Instagram)

Kapil said, "I would like to balance my personal and professional life. I will take breaks regularly aur ghoomna hai. I will take time out for myself, it’s important. I have decided to not trust people blindly. I have also quit alcohol." While Ginni said, "I am looking forward to our marriage (smiles)." (Photo: Instagram)

"A teacher comes every morning, and both Ginni and I practise yoga. I also hit the gym in the evening. Shaadi se pehle jitna (weight) kam kar lenge, kar lenge. Achhi photo aayengi." (Photo: Instagram)