What’s in a name?

Many of our B-Town actors have had inter-caste marriages and while some have passed the testing waters, some have drowned! At times, to perform a religious ceremony of a wedding, the bride has to convert herself and even change her name. The latest being Hazel Keech, who changed her name to Gurbasant Kaur for wedding rituals. This trend is even seen in Hollywood! Here are some popular celebs who have gone through this change.

Free mind

Nargis Dutt

Sanjay Dutt’s mother Nargis Dutt changed her religion from Muslim to Hindu to marry her co-star Sunil Dutt. Although the actress is popularly known as Nargis Dutt, for the wedding rituals, she not only accepted Hinduism but also adopted a Hindu name — Nirmala Dutt.

Parting ways

Amrita Singh

Even though there was 12 years difference between Amrita Singh and Saif Ali Khan, the two happily got married. Amrita Singh, who was a Sikh, did not change her name but converted to Islam. Their marriage lasted for a good 16 years before they got divorced.

Popular name

Victoria Beckham

Victoria Beckham was popularly known as Posh Spice. After she got married to David, she came to be known as Victoria Beckham.

Secret corner

Ayesha Takia

Born to Hindu parents, Ayesha Takia married Farhan Azmi, son of politician Abu Azmi, who is a Muslim. Reportedly, she also converted to Islam before the nikah.

Legal angle

Jessica Biel

Actress Jessica Biel has legally changed her surname to Timberlake, 11 months after marrying Justin. The actress is apparently now known as Jessica Timberlake in her personal life, but will remain Jessica Biel for professional purposes. — TNS