TOI: Reel to Real Jodi

These off-screen telly couples have long declared their love for each other, but they are yet to get hitched. TOI speaks to a few about their plans of getting hitched and whether it will affect their popularity

Vivian Dsena and Vahbbiz DorabjeeCourtship period: Two years Vivian Dsena and Vahbbiz Dorabjee got engaged last November. They met on the sets of Pyar Kii Ek Kahaani and Vahbiz feels that they were destined to be together. "We both are quite adventurous and passionate about our work. We are not similar to each other, but do share some common interests. It was not love at first sight as initially I didn't speak to him on the sets. It was at the first outdoor shoot in Panchgani when I spoke to him and the lovely weather just added to it," says Vahbbiz. Does she think marriage can reduce the popularity, especially for a female actor, "I think at the end of the day your hard work and determination pays off. We may get married by early 2013," says Vahbbiz.

Aditya Redij and Natasha Sharma Courtship period: Two years Aditya Redij and Natasha Sharma who played the roles of Raghav and Sia in the show Na Aana Is Des Laado got engaged in April this year. Their bond is growing stronger with each passing day. "It was not love at first sight. Rather it was a gradual realisation that dawned on both of us. The best part is that Natasha has brought me closer to my family. She is free to decide whether she wants to continue working after marriage. I will support her decision," says Aditya.

Mohit Sehgal and Sanaya Irani Courtship period: Three years They met on the sets of Miley Jab Hum Tum and fell in love. Sanaya is currently playing the lead in Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon, whereas Mohit was missing from the screen for a while. "Our journey has been amazingso far. We shared a great rapport on the sets. Right now, both of us are concentrating on our work and will get married may be in a year's time. I don't think marriage can affect your popularity. Sanaya is doing well in her career and I am very proud of her," says Mohit who will be soon seen in a show Khamoshiyan.

Ankita Lokahnde and Sushant Singh Rajput Courtship period: Three years They are one of the hottest television couples. They first met on the sets of Pavitra Rishta and then participated in a dance reality show, where Sushant expressed his feelings for Ankita and proposed her for marriage. Ankita still continues to be a part of Pavitra Rishta but Sushant has got his big ticket to Bollywood and will soon be making a debut in Abhishek Kapoor's film Kai Po Che. When we tried to contact Ankita, she refused to comment about their relationship.



Sargun Mehta and Ravi Dubey Courtship period: Two years They met on the sets of 12/24 Karol Bagh and fell in love. This is one TV couple who has always been open about their relationship. "We started off as friends. What I liked best about Ravi was that he is a true gentleman. He is very caring and considerate. We share few common interests. For instance, we both are foodies and enjoy indulging in various cuisines," says Sargun. When quizzed on marriage, she adds, "Right now we both are concentrating on our work. Considering our hectic shooting schedules, I think we will have to take a break and think about our marriage which most likely will happen by next year." -