Mindy Rasmussen, a 47-year-old American woman from Springfield, Illinois, recently made headlines after she travelled thousands of miles to Pakistan’s Upper Dir district to marry a man she met online. What started as a Facebook friendship with 31-year-old Sajid Zeb Khan turned into a love story.
According to Hindustan Times, the couple met nearly a year ago on Facebook. From regular chats to video calls, their bond deepened over time. Eventually, Mindy proposed to Sajid, and after receiving approval from both families, she packed her bags and flew to Pakistan on a 90-day visit visa.
At Islamabad International Airport, Sajid welcomed her with flowers. Mindy, who has since converted to Islam and adopted the name Zulekha, was then taken to Sajid’s remote village of Usherai Dara in Upper Dir, where locals greeted her with warmth, gifts, and traditional celebrations.
The two tied the knot in a traditional nikkah ceremony, following local customs and Islamic traditions. The wedding was confirmed by family and local police and became a big event in the area.
The love story gained further attention when Sajid clarified that Zulekha’s decision to convert and marry him was made completely on her own.
“She is a mature woman capable of making her own choices. We are tying the knot of our own free will. There was no pressure from me or my family,” he said.
Calling Sajid “a loving and humble man,” Zulekha credited his sincerity and respect for deepening their bond.
Love really does know no borders!