On Saturday, April 18, 2026, actor Athiya Shetty shared a poignant birthday tribute for her husband, Indian cricketer KL Rahul, as he turned 34.
The Instagram post, which she captioned “Happy birthday my person, love you so much,” featured a carousel of “unseen” photos that offered a rare look into their private life—from their high-profile wedding to their newer roles as parents.
Highlights from the Post
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Wedding Memories: The collection included tender moments from their 2023 wedding at Suniel Shetty’s Khandala farmhouse, including a heartfelt embrace in their wedding attire and a fun glimpse from their mehendi ceremony.
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A New Chapter: One of the most talked-about slides featured a black-and-white photo of KL Rahul’s hand next to the tiny feet of their daughter, Evaarah. The couple welcomed Evaarah in March 2025 and recently celebrated her first birthday last month.
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Symbolic Bonds: The carousel concluded with a photo of the couple’s matching heart-outline finger tattoos, a subtle symbol of their connection.
A Big Day on the Field
The birthday coincided with a major career milestone for Rahul. He spent his 34th birthday at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium—his home ground in Bengaluru—leading the Delhi Capitals (DC) against Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in his 150th IPL match.
Family Tributes
Suniel Shetty also joined the celebrations, posting a photo with his son-in-law and a message that touched on Rahul’s humble nature:
“In a world chasing attention, you stay grounded. That says more than anything else ever could. Happy Birthday My Sun.”
The post saw a flood of affection from the film and cricket fraternities alike, with stars like Karan Johar and Sagarika Ghatge dropping heart emojis to wish the cricketer.
