KL Rahul and Athiya Shetty announce pregnancy, fans celebrate across social media

India’s wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul and Bollywood actress Athiya Shetty thrilled fans on November 8 by announcing their first pregnancy. The couple, who tied the knot in January 2023, shared the happy news through heartfelt posts on social media, expressing their excitement and gratitude as they prepare to welcome their baby in 2025. Their announcement sparked a wave of congratulations from fans, celebrities, and figures from the worlds of cricket and Bollywood, creating a celebratory buzz online.

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Athiya, daughter of Bollywood star Suniel Shetty, posted a similar message, expressing her joy and hinting at the journey ahead with KL Rahul. The timing of the announcement drew attention, coming shortly before Rahul’s innings for India A against Australia A as part of his Border-Gavaskar Trophy preparations. Although Rahul, 32, has yet to shine in the series, scoring 10 and 4 in his recent innings, fans remain hopeful about his potential impact.

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The couple’s post read, "Our beautiful blessing is coming soon. 2025," encapsulating their anticipation for the new chapter. With celebratory messages flooding social media, the news adds a personal milestone to Rahul’s cricketing journey and Athiya’s life in the limelight, marking a memorable moment for their followers.