Athiya Shetty and KL Rahul, one of Bollywood and cricket’s most adored couples, have officially announced that they are expecting their first child. The couple took to Instagram to share the joyful news, with Athiya posting a series of intimate and radiant maternity pictures accompanied by the caption, “Oh, baby! 🍃🐣💐🪬♾️💘.”
The pregnancy announcement marks a new chapter in their love story, which began in 2019 when they were introduced by a mutual friend. They initially kept their relationship private but made it public in December 2019 with vacation pictures from Thailand. Over the years, their bond grew stronger, and they often expressed their love through social media, with KL Rahul dedicating a heartfelt birthday post to Athiya in 2021.
The couple tied the knot on January 23, 2023, in a beautiful and intimate ceremony at Suniel Shetty’s farmhouse in Khandala. Attended by close friends and family from both the cricketing and Bollywood worlds, the wedding was a dreamy affair that fans had eagerly anticipated.
In November 2024, Athiya and Rahul confirmed speculation about their pregnancy, delighting their followers with glimpses of their journey to parenthood. The Instagram post showcases Athiya in serene maternity portraits, including moments shared with KL Rahul, capturing their excitement and love as they prepare to welcome their baby.
As the couple embarks on this new phase of life, fans and well-wishers have flooded the comments with congratulatory messages, celebrating the arrival of a new member in the Shetty-Rahul family.
