Goa: Actor Arjun Rampal and long‑time partner Gabriella Demetriades on Friday formally registered their marriage at the Sub‑Registrar's office in Mapusa, North Goa, officials said.
Formalities completed under Goa's civil procedure
Sub‑Registrar Suraj Vernekar told PTI the marriage was registered under the state's Uniform Civil Code. The couple, who are currently residing in Succoro village near Panaji, arrived at the registrar's office at about 4 pm dressed in casual attire and completed the necessary paperwork in the presence of close friends, the official said.
Vernekar added that the couple had obtained special permission from the Assistant Public Prosecutor of the local court to condone the 15‑day waiting period usually required between the first and second signatures under local law. The marriage certificate will be handed to the couple after 15 days, he said.
Family background and personal details confirmed
Gabriella Demetriades is a South African national and is known for her work as a model and fashion designer. The two have been in a relationship for several years and are reported to be parents to two sons. Rampal was previously married to former supermodel and entrepreneur Mehr Jesia; the couple announced their separation in 2018 and their divorce was finalised in 2019. Rampal and Jesia are parents to two daughters, Mahikaa and Myra.
“They (Mahika and Myra) have been amazing through everything. We never had to tell them, 'Oh, you have to respect Gabriela'... We were very clear that there's no pressure on them, and let them settle into a nice rhythm,” Demetriades said on Rhea Chakraborty's YouTube channel, speaking about her bond with Rampal's daughters.
The couple's approach to family and co‑parenting has been discussed in media interviews, with Demetriades emphasising a relaxed, pressure‑free relationship with Mahikaa and Myra. The daughters were described in reporting as having settled into a positive rhythm with Demetriades, who said she felt in tune with the younger generation.
What the registration process involved
Officials at the Mapusa Sub‑Registrar office confirmed the standard filing and attestation procedures were followed. Key details provided by authorities include:
- Registration under the Uniform Civil Code of Goa.
- Presence of close friends as witnesses at the Sub‑Registrar's office.
- Special judicial permission to waive the customary 15‑day interval between signatures.
- Issuance of the official marriage certificate after 15 days.
The local court's Assistant Public Prosecutor granted permission to condone the waiting period, a step that is occasionally sought in civil registration matters for exceptional cases or where both parties request expediency and provide necessary documentation.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Registration office | Sub‑Registrar, Mapusa, North Goa |
| Registrar | Suraj Vernekar (Sub‑Registrar) |
| Nationality | Gabriella Demetriades – South African |
| Residence | Succoro village, near Panaji |
| Certificate issuance | After 15 days (post‑condonation) |
Rampal, who has maintained a presence in Hindi cinema for over two decades, has in recent years balanced film projects with his personal life, keeping much of his private family affairs out of the daily media spotlight. This formal registration now records his marital status in official records under Goa's civil framework.
As the couple awaits the issuance of the marriage certificate, further details such as any planned public ceremonies or a reception have not been confirmed by officials or representatives in the reporting. The registration marks a legal recognition of the union under state law, concluding the administrative step for the couple.
