Anam Mirza, the sister of tennis player Sania Mirza, has addressed her sister’s recent divorce in the wake of Shoaib Malik’s announcement of his third marriage.
Following the revelation that Sania Mirza had obtained a “khula” from Shoaib Malik, her father, Imran Mirza, publicly discussed the separation. Anam Mirza has now expressed her support for her sister during this challenging time.
Taking to her Instagram on January 21, 2024, Anam shared a written note on behalf of Sania. The note emphasized Sania’s usual discretion regarding her personal life in the media.
Anam revealed that Sania had parted ways with Shoaib a few months ago and conveyed Sania’s well wishes to him on his new journey. Recognizing the sensitivity of the situation, Anam requested privacy for her sister during this period.
Shoaib Malik’s recent marriage to Pakistani actress Sana Javed in Karachi surprised many, with details emerging about the urgency of the bridal outfit delivery.
While the news of the divorce initially raised speculation, Imran Mirza eventually confirmed that his daughter had initiated a “khula,” a legal term in Islam allowing a woman to unilaterally divorce her husband.
Khula, unlike talak initiated by the husband, grants women equal rights to dissolve the marriage for reasons such as incompatibility or other valid reasons recognized by Islamic law. Anam concluded the note by expressing support for Sania Mirza and urging strength for her during this difficult period.
The family’s plea for privacy is underscored in light of the media attention surrounding the divorce. The note also highlighted the importance of respecting the personal space of individuals going through challenging times.
