Ugandan man surprised his girlfriend with a proposal inside a theater, where they were watching a screening of their love story.

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A Ugandan man has swept his lover off her feet with a surprise proposal.

How Sheila Kwakira’s fiance proposed

In a video that has gone viral on the X app, the Ugandan man orchestrated a romantic proposal by screening a movie that highlighted their love story in a theater. As the film played, showcasing their shared moments, he shared heartfelt words:

“From beyond, far away, our paths crossed like a destined journey. With you, every sunrise is brighter, and every challenge feels lighter. I can’t imagine a life without you. So today, with all my love and my whole heart, I ask…”

After the video played and the letters “Sheila Kwakira, will you marry me?” appeared on the screen, the entire theater erupted in cheers. The man then presented Sheila with flowers and got down on one knee. Overwhelmed with emotion, Sheila said yes and broke down in tears of happiness.

Netizens react to Sheila Kwakira’s proposal

Here are some reactions from social media users:

@HardenzMercy: “This is absolutely beautiful. Happy for her.”
@Vivian_Nabulime: “Very lovely to see.”
@Brianwilis: “At times these things are known to happen. Not a surprise.”
@sa_jefff: “I think we are slowly losing our true nature. Congratulations to them.”
@a__kii_ki: “This is beautiful, wow.”
@finenurse01: “I think I’m a spoon.”
@Joan_Afc: “The movies are helping to improve romance. Congratulations to them.”
@MathiasSsemanda: “Imagine interrupting my movie night for this. Unless it was done during the commercials before a movie.”