Bollywood actress Athiya Shetty and cricketer KL Rahul have welcomed a baby girl into their family. The couple announced the joyous news on Instagram with a lovely post that featured an illustration of two swans and the words, “Blessed with a baby girl.”
The news has brought an outpouring of love and congratulations from fans and fellow celebrities. Kiara Advani, Shanaya Kapoor, and Mira Kapoor were among those who shared their happiness using heart emojis. Meanwhile, Arjun Kapoor added a playful touch with a message that included a dumpling emoji, saying, “(Dumpling emoji) is here!!! #squishy.” Many other stars, including Aditi Rao Hydari, Vaani Kapoor, and Tiger Shroff, also sent their best wishes to the new parents.
KL Rahul was granted special permission to be with Athiya during the birth. Interestingly, he missed the Delhi Capitals’ opening match in the IPL to be by her side.
Fans took to social media to celebrate this new chapter in Athiya and KL Rahul’s lives. The arrival of their daughter marks a significant moment for the couple as they embark on the journey of parenthood together.
They had previously shared their pregnancy announcement on social media in November 2024, expressing excitement with the message, “Our beautiful blessing is coming soon. 2025,” accompanied by images of a nazar amulet and tiny feet.
Athiya and KL Rahul got married on January 23, 2023, in a private ceremony at her father Suniel Shetty’s farmhouse in Khandala. Their wedding was an intimate gathering of close friends and family, followed by a grand reception for their friends from the film industry and Rahul’s teammates.
This happy news has undoubtedly made Athiya and Rahul’s journey into parenthood even more special.
