Main Bahut Hi Nervous Tha: Zaid Darbar Opens Up on Awkward First Meeting With Gauahar Khan’s Ex Kushal Tandon on Alliance

The premiere episode of Alliance on Prime Video has sparked massive buzz—not just for its format, but for a surprising face-off that no one saw coming. For the first time on television, Zaid Darbar, husband of actor Gauahar Khan, came face-to-face with her former partner, Kushal Tandon.

Even before the two met, the tension was palpable, making it one of the most talked-about moments of the episode.

Zaid Darbar Admits Pre-Meeting Anxiety

Zaid Darbar candidly revealed that he was overwhelmed with nervousness before Kushal Tandon entered the house. Sharing his thoughts in a confessional, he said, “Main bahut hi nervous tha… dimaag mein bas yehi chal raha tha ki kya hoga, kaise react karenge sab (I was very nervous… I kept thinking what will happen and how everyone will react).”

Adding to the anticipation, actress Daisy Shah commented that she initially expected tension and drama. However, things unfolded quite differently.

A Surprisingly Calm First Interaction

When Kushal Tandon finally walked in, viewers witnessed a composed and respectful interaction instead of confrontation. Kushal acknowledged Zaid’s feelings with maturity, saying, “Zaid is a very gentle boy… mein uske emotions samajhta hoon (I understand his emotions).”

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This unexpected calmness turned what could have been an explosive moment into a mature and dignified exchange, earning appreciation from viewers.

A Look Back at Their Relationship Timeline

Zaid Darbar married Gauahar Khan in December 2020, and the couple has often shared glimpses of their life together with fans on social media. Before that, Gauahar was in a relationship with Kushal Tandon for several years before the two parted ways in 2016.

The unexpected reunion on Alliance brought this history into the spotlight, adding emotional depth to the show’s narrative.

More Drama in the Premiere Episode

Beyond this headline-making moment, the premiere episode was packed with twists and emotional drama. A heated kitchen disagreement between Mini Mathur and Sabby Suri left Sabby visibly emotional.

Meanwhile, with the Hunters team at the bottom of the leaderboard, the alliance faced a tough decision—nominating one of their own. Ultimately, Sabby Suri was chosen after discussions led by Riva Kishan, further intensifying the competition.