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Bollywood actor Aamir Khan has found himself at the centre of a fresh controversy after an Islamic scholar in India’s Uttar Pradesh reportedly issued a fatwa objecting to his recent marriage to Gauri Spratt.

The development comes shortly after the actor addressed allegations of “love jihad” that surfaced following news of his relationship and marriage.

According to reports, Aamir Khan and Gauri Spratt entered into a court marriage on July 5. The marriage has since sparked debate on social media and among religious circles, with some questioning whether the interfaith union complies with Islamic teachings.

A senior cleric associated with a Muslim religious institution in Uttar Pradesh has reportedly declared that a Muslim man should not marry a non-Muslim woman unless she accepts Islam beforehand. The scholar stated that, according to his interpretation of Islamic law, such a marriage is not permissible and urged those involved to seek repentance if they believe they have acted against religious principles.

In a video circulating online, the cleric said that marriages conducted in contradiction to Islamic teachings are considered sinful under his interpretation of Sharia. He further claimed that individuals who do not acknowledge such actions as sinful would ultimately be accountable before God.

The scholar also criticised Aamir Khan’s latest marriage, describing it as harmful to the image of Islam and expressing concern over what he believes are repeated interfaith marriages involving the actor. His remarks have reignited discussions on religion, personal freedom and marriage laws across social media platforms, where users have expressed sharply divided opinions.

The controversy comes after Aamir Khan recently responded to accusations that he promotes “love jihad” through his personal relationships. Rejecting the allegations, the actor said his family has always respected people from different faiths and never pressured anyone to convert for marriage.

Aamir explained that none of his wives—Reena Dutta, Kiran Rao or Gauri Spratt—changed their religion before marriage. He said all of his marriages were legally registered through the court system and were based on mutual respect rather than religious conversion.

The actor emphasised that his personal life has always reflected his belief in accepting people regardless of their faith. His remarks were widely discussed online, with supporters praising his stance on religious tolerance while critics continued to question his decisions.

Gauri Spratt, who is originally from Bengaluru, is associated with the beauty and wellness industry. Reports indicate that she has a son from a previous marriage.

This is Aamir Khan’s third marriage. He was first married to Reena Dutta, with whom he has two children, Junaid and Ira Khan. After their divorce, he married filmmaker Kiran Rao, and the couple welcomed a son, Azad Rao Khan. Aamir and Kiran announced their separation in 2021 but have continued to co-parent their son.

The reported fatwa has added another dimension to the public discussion surrounding the actor’s marriage, highlighting the continuing debate in India over interfaith relationships, religious interpretations and individual choice. While the remarks have generated significant attention online, the issue has also renewed conversations about the balance between religious beliefs and personal freedoms in a diverse society.

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