Saath Nibhaana Saathiya’s Gopi Bahu aka Gia Manek ties knot with TV star Varunn Jain | See Bhuta Shuddhi Vivaha pics
Saath Nibhaana Saathiya’s Gopi Bahu, aka Gia Manek, married TV star Varunn Jain in an intimate wedding, known as Bhuta Shuddhi Vivaha.
Last Updated: 05.41 PM, Aug 21, 2025
Gia Manek is popularly known as Gopi Bahu in the daily soap, Saath Nibhaana Saathiya. Although she was replaced by Devoleena Bhattacharjee in 2012, Gia's on-screen presence as OG Gopi Bahu continues trending on social media with throwback clips. Her on-screen chemistry with her on-screen husband, Ahem ji, is still a trending topic. Now, the OG Gopi Bahu has found her real-life husband, as she tied the knot with TV star Varunn Jain in an intimate wedding.
Saath Nibhaana Saathiya's Gopi Bahu gets married
On August 21, Gia Manek shared her wedding pictures with Varunn Jain in a collaborative Instagram post. Gia looks gorgeous in an elegant chrome and gold saree, accessorized with light jewellery. Meanwhile, Varunn donned a simple chrome kurta pyjama.
Sharing these snaps, the newly married couple wrote, "With the grace of Divine and Master’s and with all the love showered, we’ve stepped into this forever union - hand in hand, heart to heart. We were two friends, today we’re husband & wife."
What is Bhuta Shuddhi Vivaha
Bhuta Shuddhi Vivaha is a wedding ritual rooted in the yogic system, which is offered by Sadhguru’s Isha Foundation.
On the professional front, Gia Manek gained immense success and fame after playing the role of Gopi in the hit TV show Saath Nibhaana Saathiya. She was a part of the show for a long time and was loved by the viewers for her acting prowess. Her clips from the show still rule social media.
Meanwhile, Varunn Jain became a household name after playing a pivotal role in Diya Aur Baati Hum. The actor played the brother of the male lead. He was recently seen playing an important character in Ghum Hai Kisikey Pyaar Meiin.
FAQs
Q: Why did Gia Manek leave the Saathiya serial?
A: Gia Manek left Saath Nibhaana Saathiya due to a breach of contract after she signed up for the rival channel's dance reality show, Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa. The Saath Nibhaana Saathiya producers, along with the channel STAR Plus, objected to her participation and ultimately replaced her with Devoleena Bhattacharjee.
Q: Is Gia Manek married or not?
A: Yes. Gia Manek tied the knot with TV star Varunn Jain on August 21, 2025.
Q: Who was the first Gopi Bahu?
A: The first Gopi Bahu in the TV show Saath Nibhaana Saathiya was Gia Manek. She played the role from 2010 to 2012. Devoleena Bhattacharjee replaced her as Gopi Bahu in 2012 and continued the role until the show ended in 2017.