**The Shining Sun/ Star of stars*Anas Rashid aka Suraj Rathi*** AT # 4 - Page 2

Sooraj enjoys International fan following

The long and interesting track on Star Plus' most popular fiction show, Diya Aur Baati Hum has gained the show worldwide recognition. Recently, there was a special event organized to welcome Sooraj aka Anas Rashid after he won the cooking competition in Singapore on the show. The welcome event had Sooraj along with his wife, Sandhya aka Deepika and his parents a top of an open jeep waiving to hundreds of fans who had gathered to ensure he had a grand welcome.

Anas was taken aback by one foreigner, who had traveled to the location of the event only to be able to meet the star. "I am in love with Sooraj. He is so charming and down to earth. I am an ardent follower of their show and I am happy I got a chance to interact with him. He made my trip to India worthwhile", says the lady.

The popular Anas Rashid says, "I am thankful for an amazing welcome; the support of my fans is overwhelming. I am more than happy and touched that my show is not only enjoyed by Indians but also by foreigners. I feel like a super star now."

(Tuesday, August 28, 2012)