Mumbai: This handsome Punjabi actor met his bubbly Maharashtrian future wife on the sets of a TV show. Popular TV couple Mohit Mallik and Additie Shirwaikar share some fun facts about each other.
Who proposed first and memories from your courting period?
Additie: I would not say it was a formal proposal. We met as friends at Haji Ali, although we both knew that we liked each other. But, he took a leap of faith and asked me to marry him. It was 1st of April, and for the guy that he is, I thought I should wait for a day to let the thought sink in. He asked me the same question the following day, and it turned out to be a serious question. So, it was directly a marriage proposal for me, never an interim phase.
Mohit: There was no courting period for us. We began as friends, and I realised that she was the one. It took me no time to ask her hand for marriage.
Any memories from your wedding that you recall?
Additie: Every marriage has a special memory attached to it. Ours was one such marriage. So, for a wedding ceremony that was scheduled for 7.30 pm, my groom reached the venue at 9.30. The organizers had queries whether to wrap up or wait for longer.
Mohit: (Laughs) That is my memory of our wedding too.
How did you adapt to each others’ cultures/traditions?
A: I always wished to get married to Punjabi. And, who knew it would be Mohit! It was not much of an adaptation issue, as Mohit is very understanding and it was easy to gel; with him and his family.
M: When there is love, there is no issue. It was a smooth ride for us.
Any memorable surprises that you have got from your partner?
A: Last year, for our anniversary, Mohit prepared a speech in authentic Marathi. Being a Punjabi boy, I am sure it was difficult for him, even I could not understand much of it. Indeed, it was a very sweet gesture.
M: On our fourth marriage anniversary, Addite surprised me with a Macbook Pro that has been on my wish list for a very long time. It reflected how much she pays attention to my wishes.
One thing about your partner that your fans don’t know?
A: Most people don’t know that Mohit is extremely romantic.
M: Addite is very lazy and a very late riser.
Some qualities that you admire about your partner? And something you would like to change?
A: Mohit is an extremely ambitious person and dedicated to his work and his relationships. These are the qualities that attracted me to him. However, he takes too much stress when it comes to work. But, I feel it is unnecessary at times.
M: Addite is very compassionate and that’s what I love about her. I must admit, Addite is a bit lazy. She likes to sleep till late in the morning, and I would want her to be an early-riser.
How do you react to fan attention/flirting that your partner gets? Some memorable compliments that you received as a couple?
A: (Laughs) I love it. I am proud of the fact that my husband gets huge amount of attention. But, having said that, I do get jealous sometimes. I remember when we were holidaying in Durban, an old lady had complimented us for our companionship and blessed us for the future. It touched our hearts and I feel it is the most beautiful compliment that we ever received.
M: I think it is part of our job, and hence I do not think about the attention from the fans. But, I feel there is a limit to everything and one should not cross it. Or else, the real Mohit will come out. As far as compliments are concerned, people generally like us together.
