Bollywood's beloved couple, Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani, welcomed their first child, a baby girl, on July 15, bringing immense joy to their fans and the film fraternity. The couple, who tied the knot in 2023, had announced their pregnancy in February with an adorable Instagram post featuring baby socks and the caption, "The greatest gift of our lives... Coming soon."
According to sources, both mother and baby are in excellent health following a normal delivery at Reliance Hospital in Mumbai. While the couple hasn't officially confirmed the news on social media yet, videos of Sidharth's parents arriving at the hospital to meet their granddaughter have gone viral, adding to the excitement surrounding the arrival.
The birth holds special significance for the Malhotra family, particularly for Sidharth's mother, Rimma Malhotra, who had long expressed her desire for a granddaughter. In a candid interview earlier this year with comedian Zakir Khan, Sidharth had revealed his mother's heartfelt wish: "We're two brothers and mom would always say, 'At least one of you get married and have kids.' My brother had a child, and he's a boy. So there's just one nephew. My mom still hopes there will be at least one girl in the family."
Fans were quick to celebrate this touching moment, with many sharing the throwback video and expressing joy that Rimma's dream had finally come true. Comments poured in saying, "Finally, Rimma Mam's wish came true," and "From manifestation to reality... this moment belongs to Rimma aunty!"
What makes this news even more special for Bollywood enthusiasts is the sweet coincidence involving Sidharth's debut film co-stars. All three leads from Karan Johar's 2012 film "Student of the Year"; Alia Bhatt, Varun Dhawan, and now Sidharth Malhotra, are proud parents to baby girls.
Alia Bhatt, who married Ranbir Kapoor in April 2022, welcomed daughter Raha later that year. Varun Dhawan, who tied the knot with Natasha Dalal in 2021, became a father to a baby girl in June 2024. The trio's journey from debut film co-stars to becoming parents has struck a chord with fans, with many commenting, "Teeno ke ghar Laxmi hui hai" (All three homes have been blessed by Goddess Lakshmi).
Sidharth and Kiara's love story began on the sets of "Shershaah" in 2021, where Sidharth portrayed Captain Vikram Batra and Kiara played his love interest, Dimple Cheema. Their on-screen chemistry translated into real-life romance, culminating in their beautiful wedding ceremony in 2023. The couple has since become one of Bollywood's most adored pairs, with fans regularly celebrating their relationship milestones.
Despite entering this new phase of parenthood, both actors have exciting projects lined up. Kiara is set to return to the big screen with "War 2," starring alongside Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, scheduled for release on August 14, 2025. Meanwhile, Sidharth is preparing for "Param Sundari," a romantic comedy with Janhvi Kapoor, produced by Maddock Films and expected to release on August 29.
As the couple embarks on their journey as parents, fans eagerly await their first official announcement and perhaps a glimpse of their little bundle of joy. The arrival of this baby girl not only completes the Malhotra family but also adds another beautiful chapter to Bollywood's ongoing love stories.
