By Eshita Bhargava
When Indian television’s beloved Ravi Dubey dropped a teaser of himself as Laxman in Nitesh Tiwari’s ambitious Ramayana, the internet did a collective double take. With Ranbir Kapoor essaying Lord Ram and Kannada superstar Yash stepping into the fiery shoes of Ravan, fans were already perched on the edge of anticipation. But the reveal that Ravi, one of television’s most bankable names, will be donning the role of Laxman, only turned the buzz into a full-blown roar. Not just because of the casting — which feels like a divine alignment of sorts — but also because it marks a new milestone in Ravi’s evolving trajectory from daily soaps to mythological epics. He calls it the “greatest honour of his life,” and looking at his personal journey, both professionally and romantically, you’d be hard-pressed to disagree. In fact, it’s impossible to speak about Ravi without talking about his real-life Sita — actor and producer Sargun Mehta. Their love story is nothing short of a fairytale, albeit with a quirky, modern twist. Ravi Dubey And Sargun Mehta Love Story: From “Karol Bagh” to “Khandaan Goals” It all began on the sets of Zee TV’s 12/24 Karol Bagh, a modest family drama that unexpectedly became the launchpad for one of Indian television’s most loved couples. Sargun Mehta was already a part of the show when Ravi came on board. And if first impressions are to be believed, it wasn’t exactly sparks at first sight. “They showed me pictures of his look test — he was playing a mentally challenged character — and I went, ‘chee!’” Sargun once joked. But that changed in a heartbeat when Ravi knocked on her vanity door, dressed in a red jacket and looking every bit the charming co-star she wasn’t expecting. Ravi’s version? Equally entertaining. “She thought I was reserved. Which I’m not. I found her extremely lively and vibrant — we were different, but somehow the same. That’s what drew us in,” he said. What followed was a slow-burn transition from co-actors to confidantes and then — without a single filmy proposal — a relationship. “One day he just said, ‘Don’t you think we’re dating?’ and I said, ‘Yeah, I guess we are,’” Sargun recalled. No dramatic declarations, just a mutual understanding. Classic Ravi and Sargun. Ravi Dubey And Sargun Mehta Love Story: Sargun’s Austen Hero Meets Archies Cards Sargun’s one ongoing complaint? Ravi isn’t the typical ‘roses and poetry’ kind of guy. For their first Valentine’s Day, he walked into an Archies store, pointed at the biggest heart-shaped card, paid for it, and gave it to her — blank. “I asked him if I could recycle it for my next boyfriend,” she laughed. And yet, the man knows how to pull off a grand gesture when it matters. During their stint on Nach Baliye 5, Ravi staged the ultimate romantic ambush. In front of judges, cameras and a live audience, he went down on one knee with a sparkling solitaire. “Arranging all that without her finding out was a feat,” Ravi revealed. “I flew her parents down, put them up in a hotel, and rehearsed for days. She’s sharp, so I had to be even sharper.” Of course, she said yes — and the two kickstarted a wedding celebration that was anything but conventional. Ramayana Actor Ravi Dubey And Sargun Mehta Love Story: Of Mehendi Drives, Doli Entrances and Forever Feels They tied the knot on 7 December 2013, but not before Ravi drove to Chandigarh — mid-function — just to see Sargun’s mehendi face glow. Their shaadi wasn’t just about designer lehengas and choreographed sangeets. It was deeply personal. From handing out wedding cards tucked in tissue holders to a doli entrance lit with golden fairy lights, everything had a Sargun-Ravi signature. “When I saw her on the podium during the jai mala, bathed in that light… it was surreal,” Ravi said, almost dreamily. Fun fact? For her birthday once, Ravi surprised her not with jewellery or a spa day, but with a washing machine and a TV. “I was excited for a mysterious gift and got home appliances. That’s Ravi for you,” Sargun quipped. In return, she once bought him a motorbike, even though she’s terrified of bikes. That’s what their love looks like — practical, thoughtful, and always rooted in friendship. Ramayana Actor Ravi Dubey And Sargun Mehta Love Story: Love in the Time of Fame Despite their public lives, what stands out about Ravi and Sargun is their grounded partnership. They give each other space, they cheer for each other loudly, and they’re refreshingly non-possessive. “We can talk about hot people freely. It’s like being married to your best friend,” said Sargun. Even when Ravi’s fangirls cross lines, she shrugs it off. “These things don’t bother me, which bothers him more,” she laughed. And when it comes to fame, Ravi couldn’t care less about who’s more popular. “I’m proud of her. She deserves it,” he said. It’s this fierce respect and support that’s made them a power couple — on and off screen. Ramayana Actor Ravi Dubey And Sargun Mehta Love Story: From TV’s Sweethearts to Mythological Icons With Ramayana poised to become a cultural landmark, Ravi’s casting as Laxman feels like a full-circle moment. He’s no longer just a household name; he’s stepping into a timeless tale that generations will revisit. And Sargun, by his side, continues to build her own empire — producing, acting, and breaking moulds in Punjabi cinema. Their love story, filled with awkward Archies cards, diamond proposals, and washing machine birthday gifts, is the kind of imperfectly perfect romance that Bollywood tries to write. Only this one’s real. And if Ravi is gearing up to guard Ram and Sita on screen, off screen, he’s already living a mythological kind of love — one that’s rooted in loyalty, trust, and a touch of madness. Fun Fact: Ravi and Sargun celebrated their first wedding anniversary in Goa with close friends — and exchanged gifts that were perfectly them: diamond earrings for her, a full outfit ensemble for him. Who said opposites don’t attract?