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Milind Soman has opened up about having a 26-year age gap with wife Ankita Konwar, stating, “We are as different as anything can be.”
Milind Soman and Ankita Konwar, who married in 2018, share a 26-year age gap. (Images: Instagram)
Milind Soman and Ankita Konwar tied the knot on April 22, 2018, in Alibag, Maharashtra. Despite the 26-year age gap with wife Ankita, the actor shares a beautiful relationship with her. A significant age gap is not just what differentiates them; the couple come from very different cultures and places altogether. However, there is a famous saying, “Opposite attracts.” we guess it’s the same case between the two.
“She’s 26 years younger than me, so obviously there is a huge difference in the way she thinks, in her upbringing and in the environment she grew up in. The ideas that she has are all different and incredible.” The Emergency actor told Hindustan Times and further explained that despite their differences, he appreciates Ankita’s unique perspective and ideas, which he finds ‘incredible’.
How Ankita Brought Positivity and Diversity to Milind’s Life
Milind further confessed that Ankita has shaped his life to become more positive by providing a different perspective on life. “She’s Assamese and I am Maharashtrian, and we are as different as anything can be. We come from different generations, different parts of the world, with different languages and different food habits. Yet the fact that we have managed to find each other and find that space in which we merge our thoughts, emotions and spirits—that is something very special. I can say that my life has only become better because of her.” He shared.
Moving on, Ankita also appreciated her husband Milind for inspiring her to adore each moment of life, saying, “When you are young, you don’t realise a lot of things and put plans on hold for the future. But when you are with a person with whom you have that age gap, you tend to realise that each moment is special. I can actually look at life from a point of view filled with only gratitude.”
The Advantages of a Significant Age-Gap Marriage
It’s a common misconception that age-gap couples have poor relationship outcomes. However, some research indicates that age-gap couples report higher levels of relationship satisfaction. Compared to couples of the same age, these partners also appear to report better commitment and trust, with less jealousy in their relationship. According to some reports, older partners also provide greater emotional support and understanding to give a more stable life.
