Shortly after the public fallout with Apu Biswas, Shakib Khan’s professional life frequently crossed with actress . Starting in 2016-2017, they starred together in several hits, and rumors of romance began circulating almost immediately.

Following his separation from Apu, Shakib became involved with actress Shabnam Bubly.

The illusion shattered in April 2017 in one of the most shocking moments in Bangladeshi television history. Apu Biswas appeared on a live broadcast on News24, accompanied by a six-month-old baby boy named Abraham Khan Joy.

Following the public reveal, their relationship deteriorated rapidly. Shakib filed for divorce in November 2017, which became official on February 22, 2018 . Shobnom Bubly (2018 – Present/Separated) became Shakib’s frequent co-star after his split with , leading to intense speculation.

To understand the cultural landscape of modern Bangladeshi entertainment, one must examine the real-life romantic narratives that have defined Shakib Khan’s public persona. The Genesis: Apu Biswas and the Era of the Secret Marriage

Shakib Khan has been married twice to prominent actresses, with both relationships following a similar pattern of being kept secret for years before a public falling-out.

As of recent years, the intense glare of the public eye has taken a toll on the star. Reports have indicated that Shakib Khan’s extended family, weary of the public drama and legal entanglements of his past relationships, have even stepped in to advise the superstar. Family members have reportedly encouraged Shakib to consider a fresh start and a new marriage to bring peace and stability to his personal life. The Legacy of the "King Khan"

Shakib Khan has acted with numerous leading ladies in Bangladeshi cinema, including:

In recent interviews, Shakib has emphasized his love for his fans ("Shakibians") and his dedication to his career over personal scandals. Summary Table of Key Relationships Relationship Status Key Storyline Apu Biswas Divorced (2018) Secret marriage (2008), 2017 public reveal, 1 child (Joy). Shabnam Bubly Uncertain/Separated Secret marriage (2018), 2022 public reveal, 1 child (Bir). Other Rumored (Denied) Rumors of involvement with other co-stars.

The reality broke spectacularly in April 2017. Apu Biswas appeared live on a national television channel with a six-month-old baby boy, Abraham Khan Joy. She revealed that she and Shakib Khan had secretly married in 2008 and that the child was theirs. The revelation shocked the nation and forced Shakib to publicly admit to the marriage.

It was soon confirmed that Shakib and Bubly had married in 2018, shortly after his divorce from Apu. This second "secret" marriage followed a strikingly similar trajectory: professional collaboration, private nuptials, a hidden pregnancy, and eventually, a public and messy estrangement. By late 2022, Shakib distanced himself from Bubly, leading to a public war of words in the media. The "Heroine Factor" and Perpetual Rumors