8th June 2023,Mumbai: Aaliya, the ex-wife of renowned actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui, has successfully moved on from their turbulent marriage and is unafraid to share her happiness with the world. While she chooses to keep some details about her new relationship under wraps for now, she expressed her excitement alongside a photo featuring an unidentified male on her Instagram earlier this week.
“It’s true that I’ve moved on,” she admits. “We met in Dubai and have had this extraordinary bond for some time. However, it was only recently that I decided to share it with everyone.”
Aaliya, however, is not ready to reveal the identity of her new partner. “I don’t want to disclose who he is,” she asserts. “I prefer him to remain a private individual; otherwise, he will be subjected to undue attention. He’s a straightforward person, and I want to shield him from all of this.”
The producer discloses that their relationship began as a friendship before evolving into a deeper connection that transcends conventional friendship boundaries. “He respects me and our relationship, is a role model citizen, and a true gentleman. That’s what matters most to me,” she adds.
When questioned about her decision to make her romance public, Aaliya explains, “I simply felt that the timing was right! I didn’t really plan it out. Once my mind and heart aligned, I decided to share the photo. It was a personal choice. I have been vocal about the issues in my previous relationship, so why not share this joyous moment?”
She emphasizes that she doesn’t want to label or categorize her new relationship, preferring to let things develop naturally. “We have mutual respect. There’s no commitment or possibility of one at the moment. I have my children to take care of, and I can’t rush into anything. I have their support and I need a companion in my life,” she reveals.
While Aaliya’s well-wishers are thrilled for her, there are others who criticize her for moving on from her failed marriage so swiftly, especially when the divorce proceedings are still pending. “People are quick to judge me because I shared a photo with a new boyfriend. It would have been inappropriate if I had kept it to myself,” the producer expresses. “I don’t know what people expect from us. They find fault when I’m happy, and they find fault when I’m sad.” She further discloses that she and her estranged spouse maintain communication for the sake of their children but avoid discussing personal matters.
In response to the criticism, she states, “To all those wondering how I moved on so quickly, I want to emphasize that it wasn’t quick. It took me more than 19 years to let go of that connection and form a new one.”