Aamir Khan Faces Fatwa: Why a UP Cleric Claims His Third Marriage Violates Sharia Law
Just days after celebrating an intimate wedding with family and close friends, Bollywood icon Aamir Khan has found himself at the center of a major religious and political controversy. A cleric based in Uttar Pradesh has officially issued a fatwa against the actor, objecting to his interfaith marriage to Bengaluru-based beauty and wellness entrepreneur Gauri Spratt.
In a public response, Aamir Khan dismissed the allegations and clarified the nature of his marriages. He pointed out that his family has always been deeply inclusive and that none of his partners including current wife Gauri, or former wives Reena Dutta and Kiran Rao—ever converted their religions.
The Cleric's Objection
Maulana Chaudhary Ifrahim Hussain, the Shahi Chief Mufti of the Muslim Personal Darul Ifta, issued the decree after a video surfaced of him objecting to the wedding. The cleric asserted that under his interpretation of Sharia law, a Muslim man is strictly forbidden from marrying a non-Muslim woman unless she embraces Islam first. He labeled the union a "sin" and criticized the actor's history of multiple marriages, claiming it sets a poor example.Aamir Khan Rejects Conversion Rumors
The fatwa follows political friction, including comments from Maharashtra minister Nitesh Rane, who raised "love jihad" allegations regarding the union.You may also like
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In a public response, Aamir Khan dismissed the allegations and clarified the nature of his marriages. He pointed out that his family has always been deeply inclusive and that none of his partners including current wife Gauri, or former wives Reena Dutta and Kiran Rao—ever converted their religions.
- Reena Dutta: Retained her Hindu faith during their marriage (1986–2002).
- Kiran Rao: Retained her Hindu/Agnostic faith during their marriage (2005–2021).
- Gauri Spratt: Retained her Christian faith for their marriage (July 5, 2026).
The Wedding Backstory
Aamir Khan, 61, and Gauri Spratt, 47, officially registered their marriage at the actor’s Bandra residence on Saturday, July 5, 2026. The couple first met nearly 25 years ago but only began dating two years prior to their wedding. The private ceremony was attended by around 150 close guests, including Aamir's children. While social media remains divided over the cleric's decree, Aamir Khan's team is relying on the standard protections of Indian civil law.
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