Billiards world champion Pankaj Advani and popular celebrity stylist Saniya Shadadpuri tied the knot on Wednesday, sharing pictures from their wedding on social media. Reports suggest it was a traditional Sindhi wedding, held at Gurudwara Dhan Pothohar in Santacruz, Mumbai. The guest list comprised only close friends and family in keeping with COVID-19 restrictions. Alongside stills from the marriage, Advani and Shadadpuri also shared pictures from their sangeet ceremony on Instagram.
Also known as the Golden Boy, Advani is a 23-time world champion in billiards and snooker, having represented India at Asian and World Championships. He holds the title to the maximum IBSF world championships in the game, according to reports. Commemorating his marriage to Shadadpuri, he dedicated a short poem to her on Twitter:
6th January 2021 - The birth date of our union
— Pankaj Advani (@PankajAdvani247) January 6, 2021
A celebration of a new journey we take together
A representation of the love we share for one another
A manifestation of the deep longing we have to be close to each other
An amalgamation of two souls meant to last forever 🤍💗 pic.twitter.com/rjnIODEBog
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Advani told ETimes that Shadadpuri was the one to style their wedding looks. “Thanks to my wife (I can officially call her my wife now). She made us look great," he said. The couple opted for a light pink theme for their big day. Shadadpuri, who has been known to style hair and makeup for the likes of Mira Rajput, Bipasha Basu, and Taapsee Pannu, also shared snaps from her sangeet and wedding.
"Forever sounds like a long time, but I wouldn’t mind spending it by your side! Let the adventure begin," she wrote. The couple used the hashtag #PSoncue for their wedding videos and photos.
See her post below:
A post shared by Saniya | Makeup Artist (@saniya_shadadpuri)
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Congratulations are pouring in for the happy couple on social media, wishing them good luck for a new beginning. Actor Bidita Bag commenting on their wedding picture on Instagram said, "Congrats guys." Commonwealth Games Champion Parupalli Kashyap, husband of Saina Nehwal, wrote, "Congratulations Pankaj."
Who Is Saniya Shadadpuri?
Saniya Shadadpuri is a Mumbai-based celebrity hair and makeup stylist, who has worked with many noted Bollywood stars. She is also an expert in bridal makeup. Shadadpuri is known to have conducted masterclasses in makeup as well as share fashion tips on her social media account. Meanwhile, her husband Advani has been the recipient of the highest sporting awards including the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna, Arjuna Award, and the Padma Shri.
Image Credit: Saniya Shadadpuri / Instagram