Bollywood actor Arjun Rampal, 53, has officially confirmed his engagement to longtime partner Gabriella Demetriades, 38, putting an end to months of speculation around their relationship status. The announcement was made in an understated and candid manner during a conversation on podcast.
Engagement revealed
The confirmation came after Gabriella hinted at their relationship milestone in a teaser released ahead of the podcast episode. When the topic of love and marriage surfaced, Rampal acknowledged that the couple is engaged. Choosing a podcast as the platform for the announcement reflected the couple’s preference for authenticity over a grand, public reveal.
A relationship rooted in privacy
Arjun Rampal and Gabriella Demetriades have been together for nearly six years and are parents to two sons—Arik, born in April 2019, and Ariv, born in 2023. While they occasionally share moments from their lives on social media, the couple has largely maintained a low-profile approach to their family life.
Love, humour, and companionship
During the podcast, Rampal also spoke candidly about their relationship, sharing that while he was initially attracted to Gabriella’s looks, it was her personality that truly won him over. Recently, Gabriella marked Rampal’s birthday with a heartfelt social media post, reflecting on his outlook on life and their journey together as a family.
Views on marriage
Earlier this year, Rampal addressed questions about marriage on another podcast, explaining that the couple had not felt the need to formalise their relationship legally. He described marriage as “just a piece of paper,” adding that both he and Gabriella believe their bond is complete without external validation and have preferred to let their relationship evolve naturally.
Past and present
Before his relationship with Gabriella, Arjun Rampal was married to model Mehr Jesia. The former couple shares two daughters, Mahikaa and Myra. Rampal has consistently spoken about maintaining a respectful relationship with his ex-wife for the well-being of their children.
With the engagement now confirmed, Arjun Rampal and Gabriella Demetriades appear ready to begin a new chapter together—one defined by companionship, family, and a shared commitment to keeping their personal lives grounded despite public attention.