Bollywood Actress Athiya Shetty and cricketer KL Rahul, who celebrated their wedding in January 2023, have delighted fans by announcing they are expecting their first child. The couple shared the heartwarming news on Friday through a surprise Instagram post, celebrating the new addition to their family expected in early 2025.
In a heartfelt joint post, Athiya and Rahul revealed their joy with a simple yet elegant design, featuring a protective evil eye symbol, golden stars and the message, “Our beautiful blessing is coming soon. 2025.” A pair of tiny footprints symbolised the baby on the way, and the post was signed warmly, “Athiya & Rahul.” The announcement was met with an outpouring of love and congratulations from fans, friends and family.
Athiya and Rahul’s relationship blossomed mostly away from the public eye. Reportedly introduced through a mutual friend in February 2019, the couple’s connection quickly deepened. Though they initially kept their romance private, rumours swirled after designer Vikram Phadnis teasingly hinted at their relationship on social media. Their first public hint of romance came during a New Year’s celebration in Thailand in December 2019, a moment that began to confirm fan suspicions.
As their relationship evolved, they shared glimpses of their affection on social media, particularly on birthdays. In 2021, Rahul made things official with a heartfelt post dedicated to Athiya, marking a significant step in their relationship. Despite their increasing public presence together, they maintained a respectful privacy, with Athiya’s father, Suniel Shetty, honouring his daughter’s wishes by not publicly discussing their plans.
Athiya often accompanied Rahul on international cricket tours, deepening their connection with shared experiences and public appearances. Rahul became close to Athiya’s family, notably attending the screening of her brother Ahan Shetty’s film Tadap. Over the years, they appeared together at numerous events, further solidifying their partnership.
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