- Sohail Khan initially wanted to name his son Ram Khan before Seema chose Nirvaan
- Seema Sajdeh named their son Nirvaan shortly after birth while still drowsy
- Sohail and Seema share a warm bond on the show Alliance despite their separation
Actor Sohail Khan recently shared a heartwarming story about how his elder son, Nirvaan Khan, got his name.
Speaking on Alliance, Sohail revealed that he had initially wanted to name his son Ram Khan, but Seema Sajdeh ended up choosing the name after giving birth.
The conversation took place during a chat with fellow contestant Aly Goni, who entered the show as a wildcard alongside Seema. Aly praised Sohail and Seema for the way they have raised their children.
Sohail Khan Recalls Wanting To Name His Son Ram
Aly complimented the former couple's parenting and said, "I have met them a few times, but they are very well-mannered. They are a copy of you."
Responding to him, Sohail shared that he and Seema had made a light-hearted agreement before the birth of their first child.
"When Seema was carrying Nirvaan, we jokingly decided that if we had a baby boy, I would get to name him, and if we had a baby girl, she would name her. I wanted to name my son Ram. Ram Khan. We are very secular that way," Sohail said.
However, things changed after their son was born.
"When Seema regained consciousness after giving birth, she had already thought of a name. The doctor said it was a boy, so I entered the room. She looked at me, still a little drowsy, and asked, 'How is Nirvaan doing?' She said it in such a way that I didn't want to change it after that," he recalled.
Sohail also joked that Nirvaan has grown up to have a personality that matches his name, describing him as calm and composed.
Sohail And Seema's Bond On Alliance
Since Seema entered Alliance, viewers have noticed the warmth and comfort the former couple shares despite their separation.
Welcoming Seema on the show, Sohail had said, "I have lived with this beautiful lady for 25 years. Let me admit on national television that if there were any mistakes, I will take the onus and responsibility for them."
Responding to Sohail after he blew her a kiss, Seema said, "Fancy meeting you, Sohail."
When host Kunal Kemmu asked who her ally in the game was, Seema replied, "I do have an ally in him. My only ally at the moment."
Later, Sohail admitted, "Looking at Seema, I was happy from within. It was great to see a family member finally."
Sohail Reflects On Their Marriage
In another episode, Sohail spoke candidly about the end of their marriage while making green tea for Seema.
When Nikhil Chinappa asked, "A woman can either make or break a home. Who was responsible in your case?" Sohail replied, "At that time, kaam theek nahi chal raha tha (my work wasn't going well), so I wasn't in the right frame of mind. Because of my behaviour, I lost someone I really loved."
He further added, "Live civil, be happy. She is the mother of my two beautiful children, so more than love, I have immense respect for Seema. This will always remain a memorable show for me. Though we are separated, this show has brought us back together to talk and confide in one another. There was a missing link between us, and this show helped reconnect it."
Sohail And Seema's Life After Divorce
Sohail Khan and Seema Sajdeh got married in 1998 after eloping and parted ways in 2022 after 24 years of marriage. They continue to co-parent their sons, Nirvaan and Yohan.
Speaking earlier about their arrangement, Sohail had said, "We don't get into each other's lives. When the kids come together, we come together. Both the kids stay with me, so she comes home to meet them three to four times a week. I have given her the keys; she can come whenever she wants. Being cordial is nice. Otherwise, it gets stressful for the kids. We have told both of them that they have the best of both."
Seema is currently in a relationship with Vikram Ahuja, to whom she had been engaged before marrying Sohail.
