The wedding of Anshula Kapoor and Rohan Thakkar was among the most talked-about celebrations of the week. Boney Kapoor has spent decades creating some of Hindi cinema’s biggest spectacles, but nothing, he says, compares to watching his daughter begin a new chapter with the man she loves.

Talking to us about what it felt witnessing his daughter’s wedding, Boney says, “It is difficult to put into words what I felt watching Anshula get married. Her decision to have her mom’s (Mona Kapoor) photo by the mandap and to wear her dupatta, made the moment even more special because it would have been incomplete without her blessings. I’m sure this is exactly how Mona would have wanted to see her daughter celebrated.”

Boney adds, “Anshula is a piece of my heart and seeing her so happy makes me feel fulfilled. Looking back at the celebrations, I think what has stayed with me the most are the smiling faces, the love that surrounded us, and the happiness everyone shared with us. Your daughter teaches you to be the best version of yourself. Seeing her begin this new chapter with Rohan was an emotional moment for all of us. As a father, you prepare yourself for this day, but when it finally arrives, you realize how special and overwhelming it truly is. As a family, we feel incredibly fortunate to have witnessed this beautiful beginning with the love and blessings of everyone around us. Watching Anshula begin this new chapter of her life was one of the most emotional moments I have experienced as a father.”

The celebrations began with intimate family rituals before culminating in a grand reception. Over three days, family and friends came together to celebrate the couple, with blessings pouring in from every corner.

“My heart swells with love and gratitude for my brothers and their families and extended families, my sister and brother-in-law with their family, my son Arjun, and daughters Janhvi and Khushi, who all stood behind me and witnessed this beautiful milestone moment. Having all my children by my side made the moment complete,” he shares.

For someone who has spent decades bringing stories to the screen, he says this was one occasion where life itself felt like the most beautiful story. “People often ask me what success means after all these years. For me, these three days were the answer. The greatest thing you can earn in life isn’t fame or success, it’s goodwill. Seeing Anshula so happy, surrounded by people who have been part of our lives for so many years, is an unforgettable memory. Watching her grow from holding my hand to holding the hand of the person she loves the most, is one of my life’s cherished moments. She will always be my little girl, no matter how empowered or old she gets. Today, I see her not just as my daughter, but a kind-hearted, super confident and compassionate woman.”

Overwhelmed with emotion, Boney concludes, “I want to say this to my lovely daughter Anshula... A big thank you, for filling my life with your laughter, lessons and unconditional love. You will always have a sweet home in my heart.”

The Kapoor family is gearing up for another round of wedding festivities as Anshula Kapoor prepares to tie the knot with longtime partner Rohan Thakkar on July 6. After the Mata Ki Chowki hosted by Rohan’s family last month, the celebrations are now shifting to the Kapoor residence.

We have exclusively learnt that Anshula’s sisters, actors Janhvi and Khushi Kapoor, have planned a special mehendi ceremony for the bride-to-be at their Mumbai home tomorrow. The function will be an intimate affair attended only by immediate family and close relatives.

Over the years, the four siblings — Arjun, Anshula, and their half-sisters Janhvi and Khushi — have grown close, often sharing glimpses of their bond through family celebrations and heartfelt social media posts.

A source tells us, “Janhvi & Khushi have meticulously planned every detail of Anshula’s mehendi, from the décor to the smallest personal touches. The celebration, which will be hosted at their home on July 5, has been curated as a heartfelt surprise for Anshula. Every element has been thoughtfully chosen to reflect her personality, while the menu will feature a selection of all of Anshula’s favourite dishes, making the occasion even more meaningful.”

Anshula Kapoor and her fiancé Rohan Thakkar (middle) pose with Janhvi, Boney, Khushi and Arjun Kapoor

Just days after we broke the news of social media personality and producer Boney Kapoor’s daughter Anshula getting engaged to beau, screenwriter, Rohan Thakkar, the couple dropped heartwarming photos from the event. They were surrounded by close friends and family for their gor dhana ceremony, a Gujarati version of an engagement ceremony.

The 34-year-old tells us why they chose to have their gor dhana, at home in Mumbai, and that it was her father’s wish too. She says, “Rohan and I always imagined our gor dhana to be a close-knit celebration with family. We wanted it to be cosy, warm, and intimate, and we are glad that’s exactly how it turned out to be.”

Anshula adds that the decor and vibe of the celebration took inspiration from a mix of their ‘favourite things, people and memories’, with nostalgic touches from their relationship and childhood.

As she steps into a new phase, Anshula opens up about feeling the absence of her mother (the late Mona Shourie Kapoor) more deeply than ever. “Since the day Rohan proposed, I’ve been missing mum even more. The grief has resurfaced so strongly, and I knew I needed her close to me. That’s why I had her words, ‘Rab Raakha’, embroidered on the back of my outfit. She was always my wings, my biggest support system, and I knew I needed to feel her with me while I’m at the cusp of starting a new chapter in my life,” she tells us.

A few days ago, Anshula got engaged to screenwriter Rohan Thakkar in New York. She shared the news on her Instagram with dreamy photos of the proposal that happened at NYC's Central Park, in front of the famous Belvedere Castle. In her post, Anshula, who met Rohan on a dating app in 2022, wrote, “’I’ve never been the girl who believed in fairytales, but what @rohanthakkar1511 gave me that day was better. Because it was intentional. Thoughtful. Real. Us. I said yes (sic).”

Anshula's father, producer Boney Kapoor is over the moon about the daughter's engagement. Reacting to the happy news, he told us, “I am really happy and elated. This was the best day. I wish this had happened when my mother was alive. When I heard it, I was absolutely delighted. It’s the best news I've heard in some time.”

Boney shared that the family is now looking forward to discussing the wedding. “Everybody is excited. We are waiting for them to come back so we can decide the wedding date. We need to talk to them”. 

Overwhelmed with emotion, he added, “I am grateful to my mother (Nirmal Kapoor, who passed away in May), she couldn’t manage it when she was alive, but as soon as she went up, she managed it.”

Anshula Kapoor, tech entrepreneur and sister of actor Arjun Kapoor, seems to have found love. As per several reports and insider information, Anshula is dating screenwriter Rohan Thakkar, who has written for a few cross-language indie projects. The two often go on vacation together, and recently, they were holidaying in Goa; before that, they went on a trip to London. 

Ask the 32-year-old about the relationship, and she neither denies nor confirms it: “I wish to politely decline to comment on it or talk about it with the media. Thank you for respecting my wish.”

Thakkar couldn’t be reached for a comment. However, an insider confirms that the two are indeed seeing each other: “It was earlier this year that they started officially dating. Anshula’s family is well aware of Rohan and, in fact, quite fond of him. We won’t be surprised if they soon take the next step.”

Rumours of Anshula dating Thakkar first surfaced after she posted a loved-up boomerang with the lad on social media earlier this month.