Actors Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra publicly introduced their daughter Wednesday, sharing her name and first photograph through a joint Instagram post.
The couple named their daughter Saraayah Malhotra, derived from the Hebrew name Sarah, which translates to “exotic princess.” The announcement post featured an image of the infant’s feet cradled in her parents’ hands.
“From our prayers, to our arms…our divine blessing, our princess, Saraayah Malhotra,” the couple wrote in their social media caption.
Timeline of Growing Family
Kiara Advani and Sidharth married in February 2023. They announced their pregnancy in February 2025 and subsequently maintained privacy throughout the gestation period, avoiding media appearances. Their daughter was born in July 2025.
The name revelation post echoed their earlier pregnancy announcement, which had shown the couple’s hands holding miniature baby socks. The recent photograph featured those same socks now worn by Saraayah.
Industry Response and Public Reception
The announcement generated substantial engagement from fans, industry colleagues, and friends across the film community. Comments and messages flooded the couple’s social media following the reveal.
Professional Background
The actors worked together in the biographical war film Shershaah, which received critical acclaim. Their on-screen collaboration preceded their real-life relationship, and they have maintained a prominent presence as one of Bollywood’s popular couples.
Since their marriage, both actors have balanced their professional commitments with their personal lives. The couple chose to keep their pregnancy journey largely private, making limited public appearances during those months.
Cultural Significance of Name Choice
The selection of a Hebrew-origin name reflects contemporary naming trends among Indian celebrities, who increasingly draw from diverse linguistic and cultural traditions. The name Saraayah, while rooted in ancient Hebrew, carries universal appeal through its meaning and phonetic structure.
The couple’s approach to sharing their daughter’s arrival—first announcing the birth privately, then revealing details months later—demonstrates their preference for controlled engagement with public attention while navigating parenthood in the entertainment industry spotlight.
Both actors continue their film careers while adapting to their new roles as parents. Their measured approach to sharing family milestones has been characteristic of their relationship since its public acknowledgment.
