Mawra Hocane and Ameer Gilani have set the screen on fire with their chemistry. The beloved couple got married on February 5, 2025, in a private nikah ceremony, which caused a frenzy among fans in both India and Pakistan. This couple’s wedding pictures taken at the Lahore Fort are nothing short of poetic. Mawra, clad in a mint green lehenga with deep red and purple work on it, looked heavenly especially when she placed the dupatta in the most natural way.
Ameer in a charcoal grey kurta with Pathani salwar and doshala was a perfect blend of tradition and a hint of leading man attitude. The chemistry? Undeniable. Just by looking at them, one would expect this to be a poster of a period drama rather than a wedding one. It is not surprising that social media is infatuated. Ironically, this came as Mawra had only in March this year dismissed the dating rumors with her Sabaat actor. A year later? Plot twist—she married him. As it appears, some love stories are worth the wait.
Who is Ameer Gilani?
So, when Ameer Gilani and Mawra Hocane finally dropped their wedding announcement—ten months after that nothing to see here interview—most people were caught completely off guard. Plot twist? Not really. In hindsight, the signs were all there. Now that they’re officially married, the love is pouring in from both Pakistan and India, solidifying them as one of the region’s most adored power couples.
Mawra needs no introduction, but Ameer? A bit more of a mystery to some. For the uninitiated, he’s not just Mawra’s Sabaat co-star—he’s an established actor in his own right. The 28-year-old made waves as Hassan Fareed in Sabaat before landing a spot in a Defence Day special music video featuring none other than Atif Aslam (because if you’re making a patriotic anthem in Pakistan, Atif is practically a requirement).
Thanks to his effortless chemistry with Mawra, the duo teamed up again for Neem, further cementing their on-screen magic. His resume also includes Log Kia Kahenge and Very Filmy, but here’s the kicker—Ameer isn’t just about scripts and sets. He’s also a Harvard Law graduate. Yes, you read that right. The man has an LLM from Harvard Law School, which means that in some alternate universe, he could be arguing high-profile cases instead of starring in prime-time dramas. A leading man with a law degree and an effortless screen presence? No wonder the internet is obsessed.
Ameer Gilani’s Family has a Powerful Political & Legal Heritage
Mawra Hocane didn’t just marry Ameer Gilani—she married into one of Pakistan’s most well-connected families. For those out of the loop, Ameer’s grandfather is Syed Iftikhar Hussain Gilani, a legal heavyweight who once shaped the country’s judiciary. Back in 1988, he was elected to parliament and later served as Federal Law Minister in Benazir Bhutto’s first government—a pivotal era in Pakistan’s political history.
But his career didn’t stop there. In later years, he made another power move, aligning with Tehreek-e-Insaf, proving that legal minds don’t just interpret history—they help write it.
The Controversial Marriage of Ameer Gilani’s Grandfather at 80
Back in February 2021, Syed Iftikhar Hussain Gilani—yes, that Syed Iftikhar, Ameer Gilani’s grandfather—made headlines for something other than his legal career. At 80 years old, he reportedly married a 21-year-old woman, setting off a media frenzy. Initially brushed off as just another wild rumor, the news was soon confirmed by major outlets like Business Recorder, BOL News, Daily Pakistan, and Diva Magazine. The 59-year age gap? Let’s just say it didn’t go unnoticed.
Mawra Hocane’s Bollywood Future: Could She Return for a ‘Sanam Teri Kasam’ Sequel?
Coming to Mawra Hocane, one cannot deny the fact that she owes her popularity in India to ‘Sanam Teri Kasam’, the film through which she entered Bollywood and created an emotional havoc. To this day, the character of ‘Saru’ that she portrayed remains fresh in the minds of the movie lovers, a character that is unforgettable.
The 2016 released film is again coming to the theatres of India on February 7, 2025, and as far as the ticket sales are concerned, it sold 20,000 tickets in just 12 hours, which shows that nostalgia can open the cash registers. But that’s not all. The man who just dropped another bombshell is Harshvardhan Rane by announcing a sequel. Now, given how the original one concluded (spoiler alert: tears), there is one major question left—is Mawra returning?
Some people believe that is true, however, the answer from the authorities is: Still under wraps. Whether it is a prequel or a spiritual sequel or just Bollywood magic, one thing is for sure Mawra and Harshvardhan’s chemistry is too hot to be buried in 2016.
Mawra Hocane’s Wedding and Her Bollywood Film’s Anniversary
This one is as dramatic as the movie itself – Mawra Hocane got married on February 5, the same day when Sanam Teri Kasam was released in 2016. Coincidence? Maybe. But for a film that gave her the entry into Bollywood and made her a popular face in India, one can find certain poetic justice in this. Will Mawra be back for the sequel? It is still only a rumor but we are still waiting for the word from the authorities. If she does, it will be the ultimate climax to a great story. If not, well, her place in Sanam Teri Kasam universe is already etched in stone.
Conclusion
From a romantic scene on the show Sabaat to a royal wedding at the Lahore Fort, Mawra and Ameer Gillani’s love story is a true example that co-stars can write their own script sometimes. While Ameer is trying to balance between acting and being a Harvard law graduate (now that’s multi-talented), Mawra may bring back her ‘dead’ character in the sequel of Sanam Teri Kasam – anything is possible in Bollywood! The cherry on top? Their wedding date of February 5th was as good as Mawra’s Bollywood debut anniversary. As for the 80-year-old grandfather’s marriage to a 21-year-old? Well, that is one family tradition that we do not expect this modern couple to uphold!
FAQs
Q1: How did Mawra Hocane and Ameer Gilani meet?
A: The couple first met on the set of Pakistani drama Sabaat where they had the opportunity to play the roles of lovers. Although Mawra categorically dismissed such rumors in March 2024 when she said she was not in love with anyone, fate had other things in store for her! As it has been revealed, all those hot scenes were just preparation for the actors’ real-life relationships.
Q2: What makes Ameer Gilani more than just another pretty face in Pakistani television?
A: Unlike most actors who rehearse their scripts, Ameer was busy studying law at the prestigious Harvard University! This 28-year-old hunk is not only about the clinch and heavy acting – he is a holder of the Master of Law degree from the Harvard Law School. Besides, he has political genes in his veins as the son of Syed Iftikhar Hussain Gilani who was a Federal Minister of Law in Pakistan.
Q3: What’s the most interesting coincidence about Mawra’s wedding date?
A: In a rather dramatic turn of events that could only be found in a Bollywood movie, Mawra and Ameer got married on February 5, 2025 – the same year her Bollywood movie ‘Sanam Teri Kasam’ was released in 2016. And speaking of the film, it is being theatrically re-released with 20,000 tickets sold in 12 hours only.
Q4: What’s the deal with Ameer’s grandfather’s controversial marriage?
A: Ameer’s grandfather, Syed Iftikhar Hussain Gilani, recently came into the limelight when he got married to a 21-year-old lady at the age of 80 in February 2021. That is 59 years of age difference if you are counting! While the social networks went wild with this news, the former Law Minister showed that age is just a number – at least in this case, it is a rather big number. The marriage generated quite a lot of controversy.
Q5: Is Mawra returning to Bollywood?
A: There are speculations that Mawra could be returning to the sequel of “Sanam Teri Kasam.” Yes, you heard it here first – and no, I don’t mean the original film’s protagonist, who meets her demise in the movie. Although there is no official announcement till date, people are eagerly waiting to see their favorite Pakistani actress back on Indian screen.
Amit Gupta is a 2016 graduate of Delhi University, India. After working over a decade as an additional writer at TheScoopVilla, he decided to start his own news publication. He mainly focuses on Bollywood News, Hindi and South Indian Movies, Web series articles and editorials. He likes to cooking and play cricket in his free time. Follow On Facebook.