Television's heartthrob Gautam Rode recently got engaged to TV Actress Pankhuri Awasthy. They met on the sets of 'Suryaputra Karn' and fall in love with each other. Earlier this year, there were rumors doing the rounds that they are dating, but they never accepted in public. A source close to the couple told BT, "They had a small roka ceremony attended by their families. Both Gautam and Pankhuri are introverts and they have always remained guarded about their personal lives. They have been together for almost two years now and decided to get engaged during Diwali, making it even more special for their loved ones."

When TOI contacted Gautam, he confirmed, "Yes, Pankhuri and I recently got engaged and I feel lucky to have found a life partner like her. We share the same wavelength and she has fit into my family perfectly." Pankhuri too, seemed elated and said, "We have taken the first step. The families have wholeheartedly welcomed our union. In Gautam, I have found the answer to all my dreams. I'm eagerly looking forward to the most important phase of my life." So, when is the wedding? "Our families will sit together and decide the date. It will be sometime next year.