Munawar Faruqui has never been a man to shy away from life’s harsher realities. In a heartfelt conversation on Farah Khan’s latest vlog, the Bigg Boss 17 winner laid bare some of his most personal experiences. The exchange was a mix of deep reflection, raw honesty, and moments of lightness that only two people with mutual respect could share.
Munawar’s Unfiltered Take on Bigg Boss
When Farah asked the question many had wondered, comparing his jail time to the chaos of the Bigg Boss house, Munawar’s response came without hesitation. “You can’t even compare. It’s offensive to compare,” he said firmly, making it clear that some experiences aren’t entertainment fodder. Farah, visibly emotional, reminded him to ease up on stress and acknowledged how much he’s endured.
In an attempt to lift the heaviness of the moment, Farah playfully asked, “Which had more irritating people?” Munawar grinned and replied instantly, “Bigg Boss.” That quick wit, always his signature, had the room smiling again.
Farah then recalled their very first meeting before Bigg Boss began. She was struck by his unwavering confidence, remembering how he told her during a shoot for Raj Kundra, “Ma’am dekhna, trophy jeet ke aunga.” That faith in himself stayed with her. Yet, she admitted that midway through the season, she worried about his chances. “I felt your game might end in the middle. You became the tragedy king,” she confessed. Munawar agreed, accepting that every hero’s story needed a dip before rising again. Farah added with a chuckle, “Pre-climax mein hero ka down aana zaroori hai.”
The conversation took a softer turn as they spoke about Munawar’s relationship with his fans. He shared how overwhelming the love remains even now. “Even if I go for namaz, I see the crowd and it makes me immensely happy,” he revealed. For Munawar, staying honest about his roots has always been important. He believes people relate to his transparency.
Farah couldn’t resist teasing him about his post-show glow, crediting marriage for it. Munawar smiled and replied, “Zindagi mein jab sukoon ho na, tab noor aa jaata hai.” It was one of those quiet, wise lines that seemed to sum up his current state of mind.
A Love Story Born From Shared Struggles
When the topic turned to his love life, Farah joked about Munawar’s complicated track record on the show, hinting at secret conversations, mixed signals, and then surprising everyone with a wedding to someone else. Munawar admitted the truth with a sheepish smile. “Maine jisse shaadi ki, woh shaadi ek mahine pehle hi fix hui thi.” He clarified that while inside the Bigg Boss house, marriage hadn’t crossed his mind. Life, however, had other plans.
He explained how he didn’t announce things publicly because he wasn’t sure what lay ahead. Once out of the house, he became busy with work. His son Mikael, meanwhile, stayed with Munawar’s sister. After spending a few days with the boy, Munawar noticed how Mikael clung to him, refusing to let go. The constant hugs made something inside Munawar shift. He realised his son needed him, not just occasionally, but always.
That realisation prompted his decision to remarry. “For him, I took that decision,” Munawar shared quietly. He opened up about his wife, Mehzabeen Coatwala, saying “Unka situation kaafi similar tha mujse.” Mehzabeen too was a single parent, raising a 10-year-old daughter. The bond of shared experiences drew them together.
Without overthinking, Munawar proposed. The very next day, he asked Mehzabeen, “Are you okay marrying me?” It was a spontaneous, heartfelt decision rooted not in impulse, but necessity and care.
Farah, curious about the rapid decision, questioned his hurry. Munawar explained that he spent an entire night contemplating the step. His priority was keeping Mikael close. Now, they’ve built a blended family filled with mutual understanding. He even cooks for his wife occasionally, a fact that earned him a smile and some praise from Farah.
It was a conversation of honesty, of wounds and healing. Munawar’s story, like always, proves that sometimes the most beautiful chapters are written after the messiest pages.
