Mumbai: Bollywood's beloved couple Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra have announced they are expecting their first child, sharing the joyful news with fans on social media. The pair posted on Instagram, capturing hearts with their message: “The greatest gift of our lives… Coming soon.” The announcement was accompanied by a touching image of hands holding delicate white knitted baby booties adorned with ribbon bows.
The couple's announcement has sent ripples of joy throughout the film industry, garnering numerous congratulatory messages from fellow celebrities. Actor Sonu Sood led the charge with his enthusiastic wish, simply writing, “Congratulations.” Other stars also took to social media to express their happiness, including Ektaa Kapoor, who humorously commented, “Raaaaaatan will truly be lambiyaaan sleepless nights are here.” Samantha Ruth Prabhu added her excitement with, “Omg congratulations,” and Shilpa Shetty chimed in with, “Awwwww congratulations are in order.”
Kiara and Sidharth’s romantic tale began on the set of their successful 2021 film, Shershaah, where they played pivotal roles opposite one another. Since then, their relationship has attracted significant attention, culminating with their marriage on February 7, 2023, at the opulent Suryagarh Palace in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. The wedding was described as intimate, attended by close friends and family, including notable names like Karan Johar and Shahid Kapoor.
The celebrity couple got their fans excited because since their marriage, whispers of impending parenthood have swirled within the industry. Karan Johar publicly confirmed their relationship on his show Koffee with Karan last year, boosting fan speculation about the couple's future together. The duo's announcement solidifies their status as one of Bollywood's favorite pairs, showcasing their happiness and love.
Fan reactions to the news have also been overwhelmingly positive. Many took to social media to reminisce about Kiara and Sidharth’s connection to the Student of the Year film, expressing feelings of nostalgia. Comments flooded platforms, with one user noting, “Wow!!!! My favourite student is having a baby. That’s gonna be one beautiful kid!!” Another excited fan humorously pointed out, “The students have all grown up to be parents now; I feel so old!”
Among the congratulations, Kareena Kapoor sent her best wishes, stating, “The best time is coming soon, God bless you gorgeous humans.” Ishaan Khatter extended his warm sentiment, saying, “Congrats guys! And bless up, lil one! Safe Journey.” The atmosphere of joy and support within the industry continues to grow, as fans express their eagerness to see this new chapter of Kiara and Sidharth's life together.
Following this announcement, both actors are continuing to work on their upcoming projects. Kiara is engaged with several films, including War 2 with Hrithik Roshan and Don 3 alongside Ranveer Singh, as well as Toxic, which is currently filming. Sidharth will star in the upcoming thriller VVAN: Force of the Forest, set for release later this year.
The announcement of their baby brings together not just love and excitement but also creates anticipation around their forthcoming projects. The world will surely be watching as Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra embrace parenthood, marking yet another beautiful chapter for this charming couple. Fans remain hopeful for more delightful news from them, as their relationship continues to flourish amid success and shared happiness.