Bollywood actor turned fitness icon Sahil Khan has always been in the public eye, whether for his roles in films like Style and Excuse Me, or his high-profile controversies. However, recently, the actor came into limelight for an extremely personal announcement. Sahil revealed that his 22-year-old wife Milena Alexandra had decided to convert to Islam after their marriage, sparking a wave of mixed reactions online.
Sahil shared the news with his followers through an emotional post on Instagram. He uploaded three pictures: one of him with his wife, another focused on his ₹4 crore Rolex Rainbow watch, and a short video snippet of Milena. In the caption, he expressed pride in her decision:
“Very proud to announce that my wife Milena Alexandra has decided to convert to Islam. Alhamdulillah for this beautiful journey! May Allah forgive us and accept our prayers.”
The announcement was meant to celebrate an important moment in their relationship, but it soon became the subject of public scrutiny.
While the post received congratulations from some, most reactions were critical, questioning both the decision and its timing. Many people accused Sahil of pressurizing Milena to convert to Islam after marriage.
One user wrote, “Is it necessary to change religion after marriage?” Another asked, “If you love her, why can’t you accept her the way she is?”
Critics also pointed to a perceived contradiction in Sahil’s imagination. In one photo, the actor was seen wearing a cross pendant, which drew comments like, “Your wife converted to Islam, but you are wearing a Christian symbol. What is the message here?”
Amid the backlash, a section of Sahil’s fans came to his defence, and emphasized that religious conversion is an extremely personal choice. Supporters applauded Milena’s decision and praised the couple for openly celebrating their journey. A fan commented, “It’s their life, their choice. If he is happy then why judge?”
Others praised Sahil for sharing something so personal openly despite knowing that it would lead to criticism.
This is not the first time that Sahil Khan is in the headlines for his personal life. From alleged affairs to legal battles, his journey has often been in the public domain.
