{"id":18553,"date":"2026-07-03T12:58:26","date_gmt":"2026-07-03T07:28:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebengalstory.com\/english\/news\/-2026-07-03-18553\/"},"modified":"2026-07-03T12:58:27","modified_gmt":"2026-07-03T07:28:27","slug":"ashok-saraf-renews-vows-wife-nivedita-37th-anniversary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thebengalstory.com\/english\/entertainment\/ashok-saraf-renews-vows-wife-nivedita-37th-anniversary-2026-07-03-18553\/","title":{"rendered":"Hum Paanch Star Ashok Saraf Renews Vows With Wife Nivedita on 37th Anniversary"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Bengal Story Bureau:<\/strong> Veteran actor Ashok Saraf, best known for his iconic role as Anand Mathur in the 1990s sitcom Hum Paanch, has renewed his wedding vows with his wife Nivedita Saraf at the age of 78. The couple celebrated their 37th wedding anniversary by exchanging garlands and promising a lifetime of togetherness once again. Photos of the intimate celebration have now gone viral on social media, drawing widespread love from fans of Marathi and Hindi cinema.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Exchanging Garlands After 37 Years<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The power couple of Marathi cinema marked their special day by dressing up for the occasion. Nivedita Saraf wore a sky-blue saree, while Ashok Saraf opted for a traditional kurta and pyjama. The two exchanged garlands in a simple ceremony to reaffirm their bond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Taking to social media to share the anniversary pictures, Ashok Saraf wrote a heartfelt note for his wife. He stated that even after 37 years, his heart still smiles exactly the same way whenever he looks at her. He thanked Nivedita for being his best friend, his strength and his forever love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A 1990 Goa Wedding and the Cannes Debut<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ashok Saraf and Nivedita originally tied the knot in 1990 at the historic Mangeshi Temple in Goa. Despite an 18-year age gap between them, the couple has set a strong example of mutual respect and trust in the entertainment industry. They share a son named Aniket Saraf, who has chosen a different career path and works as a chef.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While Ashok Saraf remains a household name across India for his impeccable comic timing in Hum Paanch and numerous Bollywood films, the couple continues to actively represent their roots. Earlier this year, Ashok and Nivedita Saraf walked the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival, proudly showcasing Maharashtrian culture on the global stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Veteran actor Ashok Saraf has celebrated his 37th wedding anniversary by renewing his vows with his wife Nivedita Saraf. 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