Maharashtra BJP minister and MLA Nitesh Rane raises a controversy by questioning actor Aamir Khan’s third marriage to Gauri Spratt and suggesting it could be viewed through the lens of “love jihad.” Rane comments that Hindu society should “think before” supporting or watching films featuring such celebrities, and he frames his remarks as urging Hindu youth to reconsider what public figures they treat as role models. The remarks are reported in the context of Rane speaking to reporters in Shirdi, Maharashtra.
All outlets note that Khan married Gauri Spratt on July 5 in Mumbai in an intimate, registered ceremony attended by close family and a small number of friends. Khan’s previous marriages are also mentioned: Reena Dutta (1986–2002) and filmmaker Kiran Rao (separated in 2021; marriage ended earlier). Rane’s “love jihad” reference links the issue to a political allegation some groups make about interfaith relationships, which remains contested legally and politically.
A reported reaction comes from AIMIM spokesperson Waris Pathan, who criticizes Rane’s framing and argues there is no basis to object to a person marrying of their own will, while also questioning the minister’s intent.
