Fatima Sana Shaikh believes she is a ‘serial monogamist’; addresses the pros and cons of dating as a celebrity : Bollywood News

Fatima Sana Shaikh was recently seen getting candid about her approach to relationships and the realities of dating in the public eye. In a recent conversation with Cosmopolitan India, the actor described herself as a “serial monogamist,” revealing that she has largely been in long-term relationships.]

Fatima Sana Shaikh believes she is a ‘serial monogamist’; addresses the pros and cons of dating as a celebrity

Fatima Sana Shaikh believes she is a ‘serial monogamist’; addresses the pros and cons of dating as a celebrity“A serial monogamist (‘I’ve mostly been in very long-term relationships’),” she said, offering a glimpse into her personal life. However, she also admitted that dating as a celebrity comes with its own set of challenges. Reflecting on her experiences over the past decade in the spotlight, Shaikh noted that fame can often complicate genuine connections. “You either have someone who has preconceived notions of what an actor is like or they are just too intimidated,” she shared. According to the actress, navigating these perceptions has not always been easy.

Recalling a blind date from a few years ago, Shaikh described how the interaction quickly took an unexpected turn. “He was asking a lot of questions and it didn’t feel like a conversation. At one point, I could hear myself giving diplomatic answers and that was the end of that date,” she revealed. The anecdote highlights the fine line public figures often walk between personal authenticity and guarded responses.

Professionally, the actor has had a packed schedule. In 2025, she featured in three diverse projects, including the Netflix film Aap Jaisa Koi alongside R. Madhavan, Metro… In Dino, and Gustaakh Ishq with Vijay Varma and Naseeruddin Shah. Looking ahead, her 2026 slate includes an untitled spy drama series with Bobby Deol and another untitled police procedural.

As she completes a decade in the industry’s public glare, Shaikh’s reflections underline how balancing personal relationships with professional visibility remains an ongoing learning curve.

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