According to a source, the main reason behind Mikaal’s decision was his wife’s interest in joining the showbiz industry. Mikaal was not in favor of her working in the showbiz world. In an interview, Mikaal said that “I forbid my wife from wearing bold dress and she reply that you never say anything to your sisters but putting restriction on me.”

Zulfiqar made the announcement on Facebook on Wednesday night stating, “Wanted to say this for a while. Finally found the courage to do so. Sad to announce, unfortunately my marriage of 6 years has ended. After a long separation and despite efforts from both ends, things could not be resolved, which has resulted in divorce”.

The actor cum model has starred in a range of commercial advertisements of companies related to mobile phone companies and food products.

Apart from commercials, Zulfiqar has also worked in Pakistani and Indian films besides appearing in top Pakistani dramas.

Mikaal earned a name in television dramas including ‘Diyar-e-Dil’, ‘Intezaar’, ‘Sang-e-Marmar’, ‘Mann Pyasa’ among a variety of others. He won Best Actor for his role in the drama serial ‘Muhabbat Subah Kaa Sitara Hai’ at the Hum TV Awards in 2015.

Mikaal and Sara were married six years ago and have two daughters together.