Rakhi Sawant expresses desire to marry Pakistani police officer
Indian actress and dancer Rakhi Sawant has expressed her wish to marry a Pakistani police officer, following past marriage proposals from Pakistani actor Dodie Khan and cleric Mufti Qavi.
In a recent phone conversation with host Mathira, Sawant discussed her past relationships and expressed disappointment with Khan, claiming he initially proposed but later retracted.
'I am a human, not a piece of chocolate,' she said, criticising his change of stance.
Addressing Mufti Qavi's proposal, Sawant humorously remarked that she fainted upon hearing it. 'I like Qavi, but he should hit the gym like Dodie Khan and lose some weight,' she added.
The actress revealed that her late father had wished for her to marry a police officer. 'Pakistani officers look very handsome. Is there one who is willing to hold my hand?' she asked.
Previously, Rakhi Sawant had declined Mufti Abdul Qavi's marriage proposal, saying he would not be able to handle her.
Rakhi, who has been in the news due to Mufti Qavi's conditional wish to marry her expressed during a podcast, responded humorously.
She had previously asked Qavi to recite poetry for her.
Speaking to a private channel, Rakhi said, 'I am not serious about marrying Mufti Qavi. I don't know if he has 100 wives or 900, but I alone am equal to 100,000 women, and he wouldn't be able to handle me.'
The actress added that she is still searching for true love, which she has not found in India yet.
'Many men chase me, but they only want to use me as a stepping stone,' she said.
On being asked about visiting Pakistan, Rakhi replied, 'If Modi can visit Pakistan, why can't I? When a couple agrees, what can the Qazi do?'
Rakhi also praised Pakistani actress Hania Aamir, calling her a 'good and decent girl.'
Earlier, Mufti Qavi claimed in a programme that his wedding with Rakhi Sawant was set for 14 February, adding that he had invited the show's host to attend the ceremony as a witness.
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