Before the big fat wedding, there was a secret Goa ceremony: Zayed Khan and Malaika Parekh’s Story

Zayed Khan and Malaika Parekh's wedding story took an intimate turn before the grand celebration. The couple shared on the Couple Of Things podcast that they had a secret ceremony in Goa, which was far from the lavish wedding of 2000 guests they eventually had. Malaika handled the arrangements, including inviting her and Zayed to a beach resort in Goa and hiring a pandit for the sacred fire ceremony, known as pheras.

Zayed, ever the gentleman, deferred to Malaika, saying he would join her behind as the couple exchanged vows. The source reveals that by the time they returned to the formal wedding with all the guests, they were already husband and wife. Psychologist Neha Cadabam explains that the advantages of a private wedding include less external pressure, allowing couples to focus on each other.

Without the stress of impressing a large crowd, she notes that couples report higher emotional satisfaction. Additionally, minimizing wedding stress through a smaller ceremony can strengthen the bond between partners. For Cadabam, the personal nature of a private wedding creates unique memories that align with the couple's values, contributing to long-term happiness.

She advises couples to set boundaries on what they share publicly, allowing them to celebrate their happiness without succumbing to social pressure. Ultimately, ignoring external noise and staying true to personal values leads to healthier relationships.