Actor Jiyaa Shankar who was going steady with US-based businessman boyfriend Kaaran Dhanak has taken their relationship to the next level by posting photographs of their quiet engagement. The couple decided to keep the day for themselves and arranged the proposal at a serene spot with just the two of them stealing the spotlight. Jiyaa put up photographs from the moment later on her social media and captioned a long post, letting her fans know about the development.
What does Jiyaa’s social media post say about the engagement?
Putting up some dreamy photographs from the occasion, Jiyaa mentioned on her post, “So maybe it is true , you do find love when you least expect it but God really tested my patience here…life is definitely an adventure with you and it happens to be my favourite rom-com. I can’t wait to spend my forever with you and spend the rest of my life loving you the way you’ve always loved me. I love you Kaaran.”
She expresses in words their cute relationship, “It wasn’t easy but somehow it still was. Every conversation with you even though you were thousands of miles away from me, felt like home. This journey wasn’t easy but we chose each other every single day. You showed me the love I waited my whole life for. You made me laugh on my toughest days. Held me a lil tighter every time at airport goodbyes like your heart was breaking into a thousand pieces. No matter where we were in the world – home was never a place it was always you.”
All about the proposal
While not much about the location has been disclosed, one can see Jiyaa in a flowy off shoulder butter yellow gown and Kaaran wearing a grey embroidered shirt and pants. The romantic setting was achieved with candles, flowers and light decors amidst a fantastic view. Kaaran surprised her by getting down on his knees and presenting a large solitaire diamond ring. The two have kept their private life out of the spotlight. However, according to reports they started meeting each other last year which finally culminated into the engagement. No further information about their marriage dates, location or venue has been disclosed.
On the work front
Jiyaa rose to fame by participating in the Bigg Boss OTT Season 2 in 2023. She was seen playing the role of Dr Ira Pandey in Meri Hanikarak Biwi. She has also played pivotal roles in Kaatelal & sons, appeared in several Marathi, Telugu and Hindi projects apart from being an influencer through her social media campaigns.