Cricketer Kl Rahul and actress Athiya Shetty have welcomed a baby girl. The couple announced this heartwarming news on Instagram by sharing a sweet post. Earlier, both KL Rahul and Athiya earlier posted beautiful pictures of maternity photoshoot and served couple goals. Check the post here as the couple embraced parenthood.
The caption on the post reads, “Blessed with a baby girl. 24.03.2025. Athiya & Rahul.”
After Athiya and Rahul announced this news, celebrities congratulated them as they begin their new journey as parents. Kiara Advani posted heart emoticons on this post, whereas, Arjun Kapoor commented, “🥟 is here !!! #squishy !!! Congratulations guys.”
Punit Malhotra, Tiger Shroff, Shanaya Kapoor, Pranutan Bahl, Aditi Rao Hydari Riddhima Kapoor, Jassie Gill and many other celebs congratulated the new parents.

Athiya and KL Rahul tied the knot in January 2023 after dating for years. Announcing their wedding in 2023, the couple wrote, “In your light, I learn how to love…” Today, with our most loved ones, we got married in the home that’s given us immense joy and serenity. With a heart full of gratitude and love, we seek your blessings on this journey of togetherness.”
Earlier, while speaking to Nikhil Kamath on his podcast, KL Rahul talked about how Athiya keeps him grounded. He shared, “Having someone you go back home to, who loves me and cares for me regardless of my performance on the field (is always great). She is my safe space, she is my escape, she is a lot of things to me. She keeps me grounded. I am very lucky and grateful.”