Archive · 29 Dec 2025
Saba Azad on Evolving Friendship with Ex Imaad Shah
Saba Azad and Imaad Shah were once in a romantic relationship, but after they broke up, they decided to stay best friends.
Saba says Imaad is very calm and balances her out, while Imaad thinks Saba is very emotional and versatile.
They both agree that their friendship feels like family and is even safer than a romantic relationship because there's no fear of loss.
They met while auditioning for a movie and later formed a band together.
A psychologist says that staying friends with an ex can work if both people are emotionally mature and set clear boundaries.
They should respect each other's growth and keep their bond light and supportive.
Saba Azad and Imaad Shah transitioned from a romantic relationship to a strong platonic friendship.
They describe their bond as balanced, soothing, and family-like, with no fear of loss.
Their friendship evolved naturally and feels more stable than their past romantic relationship.
They met while auditioning for Delhi Belly and later formed a band together.
A psychologist advises that staying friends with an ex requires emotional maturity, clear boundaries, and open communication.
- Who
- Saba Azad and Imaad Shah
- What
- Their relationship evolved from romantic to platonic friendship
- When
- After their breakup, which was a slow-burn process
- Where
- They first met while auditioning for Delhi Belly and later bonded over theatre and music
- Why
- They found their friendship to be more stable and long-lasting than their romantic relationship
- Saba Azad
- Actor and musician
- Imaad Shah
- Ex-partner and current best friend
- Relationship Duration
- Long-term, slow-burn evolution
- Current Bond
- Platonic friendship, like family
- Expert Insight
- Sonal Khangarot, licensed rehabilitation counsellor and psychotherapist