It’s a day of double celebration in the Shetty-Rahul household, and fans across the country are basking in the joy. Bollywood actress Athiya Shetty and Indian cricketer KL Rahul surprised their fans on April 18 with the first-ever glimpse of their baby girl, revealing her name and its beautiful meaning. The special announcement came on KL Rahul’s birthday, making the moment even more memorable.
Taking to Instagram, KL Rahul shared a heart-melting photo where he’s seen cradling his newborn daughter in his arms, holding her close to his chest with a serene, protective gaze. Beside him, Athiya Shetty looks lovingly at their little one, radiating grace and warmth as a new mother. The black-and-white image quickly went viral and is already being called “frame-worthy” by fans and celebrities alike.
In the caption, Rahul revealed the name of their daughter — Evaarah (इवारा) — along with a message that touched hearts across the internet:
“Our baby girl, our everything. Evaarah ~ Gift of God.”
He ended the note with lotus emojis, symbolizing purity, divinity, and beauty — all of which perfectly mirror the moment.
Athiya followed up with a post on her Instagram Stories, sharing their daughter’s full name: Evaarah Vipula Rahul. She further explained the heartfelt significance behind the name, writing:
“Evaarah, meaning Gift of God. Vipula, in honour of her great nani and protector. Rahul, her papa.”
The announcement was met with an outpouring of love from fans and celebrities. Wishes poured into the comment section, congratulating the couple on their new journey and celebrating the thoughtful name chosen for their daughter.
Athiya also wished her husband a warm birthday message alongside the family photo:
“Happy birthday baby, we love you beyond words and worlds!” she wrote, tagging KL Rahul and sealing the message with deep affection.
With love, legacy, and emotion wrapped into one beautiful name, little Evaarah Vipula Rahul has already won hearts without uttering a single word. Here’s wishing the new parents endless joy, laughter, and cherished moments on this beautiful new chapter of life.