Television actress Avika Gor, widely recognized for her role as Anandi in Balika Vadhu, married her longtime boyfriend Milind Chandwani on Tuesday in a ceremony held on the sets of the reality show Pati, Patni Aur Panga. The event featured several celebrity contestants and special guests, turning the wedding into a star-studded affair.
In the videos circulating on social media, the bride looked stunning in a traditional red lehenga paired with emerald jewellery, while Milind complemented her in a golden sherwani accessorized with matching emerald ornaments. The celebration included dance performances by Sudesh Lehri and his wife, who wore coordinated royal blue outfits. Photographs from the event showcased the cast dancing and enjoying the festivities, making it a lively and memorable occasion.
Guests and Celebration
The wedding was attended by several prominent names from the entertainment industry, including Hina Khan, Rocky Jaiswal, Rubina Dilaik, Abhinav Shukla, Gurmeet Choudhary, Debina Bonnerjee, Mamta Lehri, Swara Bhaskar, Fahad Ahmad, and Geeta Phogat. Special guests Krushna Abhishek, Farah Khan, Rakhi Sawant, and Samarth Jurel also joined the celebrations. The show’s hosts, Munawar Faruqui and Sonali Bendre, participated in the festivities as well.
Avika had earlier expressed her happiness about sharing her big day with her fans. Speaking to the Hindustan Times, she said that she feels lucky to have found a partner who supports and motivates her and that involving her audience in the wedding was a way to share her joy with those who have been part of her journey since 2008.
A Love Story That Began in Hyderabad
Avika and Milind first met in Hyderabad in 2020 through mutual friends. Their initial friendship gradually evolved into a romantic relationship. The couple announced their engagement in June 2025, marking the next step in their relationship after five years together. On social media, Avika often shared glimpses of their time together, giving fans a peek into their personal bond.
Who is Milind Chandwani?
Milind Chandwani is an IIM Ahmedabad alumnus with a diverse career spanning corporate, social, and educational sectors. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science Engineering from Dayananda Sagar College, Bangalore. He began his professional journey as a software engineer at Infosys before transitioning to education and social development roles.
Milind founded Camp Diaries, an NGO focused on providing creative and skill-based learning opportunities for underprivileged children. He also worked with Teach for India as a fellow and served as an acting school principal at iTeach Schools. In addition, he held leadership and product management roles at prominent organizations such as BYJU’S, Ola Electric, Kuk FM, and Infinity Learn. Milind also appeared on MTV’s Roadies Real Heroes in 2019, gaining public recognition beyond his professional achievements.
In the videos circulating on social media, the bride looked stunning in a traditional red lehenga paired with emerald jewellery, while Milind complemented her in a golden sherwani accessorized with matching emerald ornaments. The celebration included dance performances by Sudesh Lehri and his wife, who wore coordinated royal blue outfits. Photographs from the event showcased the cast dancing and enjoying the festivities, making it a lively and memorable occasion.
Guests and Celebration
The wedding was attended by several prominent names from the entertainment industry, including Hina Khan, Rocky Jaiswal, Rubina Dilaik, Abhinav Shukla, Gurmeet Choudhary, Debina Bonnerjee, Mamta Lehri, Swara Bhaskar, Fahad Ahmad, and Geeta Phogat. Special guests Krushna Abhishek, Farah Khan, Rakhi Sawant, and Samarth Jurel also joined the celebrations. The show’s hosts, Munawar Faruqui and Sonali Bendre, participated in the festivities as well.
Avika had earlier expressed her happiness about sharing her big day with her fans. Speaking to the Hindustan Times, she said that she feels lucky to have found a partner who supports and motivates her and that involving her audience in the wedding was a way to share her joy with those who have been part of her journey since 2008.
A Love Story That Began in Hyderabad
Avika and Milind first met in Hyderabad in 2020 through mutual friends. Their initial friendship gradually evolved into a romantic relationship. The couple announced their engagement in June 2025, marking the next step in their relationship after five years together. On social media, Avika often shared glimpses of their time together, giving fans a peek into their personal bond.
Who is Milind Chandwani?
Milind Chandwani is an IIM Ahmedabad alumnus with a diverse career spanning corporate, social, and educational sectors. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science Engineering from Dayananda Sagar College, Bangalore. He began his professional journey as a software engineer at Infosys before transitioning to education and social development roles.
Milind founded Camp Diaries, an NGO focused on providing creative and skill-based learning opportunities for underprivileged children. He also worked with Teach for India as a fellow and served as an acting school principal at iTeach Schools. In addition, he held leadership and product management roles at prominent organizations such as BYJU’S, Ola Electric, Kuk FM, and Infinity Learn. Milind also appeared on MTV’s Roadies Real Heroes in 2019, gaining public recognition beyond his professional achievements.
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