Tanuj Virwani got engaged to his girlfriend Tanya Jacob, a corporate professional, who he has known for nearly nine years.

The Inside Edge actor, who is actress Rati Agnihotri’s son, says, “Tanya’s parents and my family have been good friends from many years. I have known Tanya for nine years, but we started dating a year ago. She relocated from Singapore to Mumbai so that we could get to know each other. We got engaged on November 17 in Singapore in the presence of friends and family members.”

Tanuj excitedly adds, “Yes, finally, I am getting married. I have always felt that one should not get married only because they have hit a certain age or there’s pressure from the family. My mum wanted me to get married ever since I turned 32, but I wanted to settle down financially and in my career. Marriage is all about compatibility and friendship, so I waited for the right girl.”

Talking about marrying a girl who is not from the film industry, Tanuj, who has done web shows like Code M and films like Love U Soniyo, says, “Tanya does not belong to the film industry, but since the past one year, she has been accompanying me to parties and even on set. She has understood my work and is very supportive. She brings a sense of calm to my life. After marriage, she will work in Mumbai.”

About their marriage plans, and he says, “We are finalizing details. There will be a big announcement soon.”