What Is 'Khula'? Sania Mirza's Bold Move In Ending Her Marriage With Shoaib Malik

Sania Mirza's father, Imran Mirza, responded to the news of Shoaib Malik marrying Pakistani actor Sana Javed, revealing that the tennis star had unilaterally divorced the Pakistan cricketer. Shoaib Malik officially announced his marriage to Sana on the same day, dispelling earlier speculations regarding his relationship status with Sania Mirza.

Imran Mirza informed PTI that it was a 'khula,' invoking the right of a Muslim woman to unilaterally divorce her husband. Khula, as per Islamic Sharia law, empowers a woman to unilaterally divorce her husband and separate from him. Persistent rumors surrounding Shoaib and Sania's strained relationship, dating back to 2022, have fueled speculation of an impending split. In recent years, they have rarely been seen together, adding to the speculation surrounding the status of their relationship

Both Sania Mirza and Shoaib Malik had maintained a discreet stance on the rumors surrounding their separation, refraining from discussing their personal matters publicly. However, on January 17, both athletes posted cryptic messages about 'divorce' on Instagram, further fueling speculation.

Sania Mirza, currently contributing to the Australian Open commentary panel for Indian broadcasters, has not publicly addressed the rumors surrounding their separation.

On Saturday, Shoaib Malik and Sana Javed shared photos from their wedding ceremony on social media. The Pakistani actor updated her Instagram bio from Sana Javed to Sana Shoaib Malik, confirming their marriage.

Sana Javed came into the spotlight in February of the p