Veteran actor Suniel Shetty turned nostalgic on his daughter Athiya Shetty’s birthday, taking to Instagram to share a series of precious throwback photos from the family album. The actor accompanied the trip down memory lane with a heartfelt note, admitting that despite Athiya growing up and building her own life, he will always see her as the little girl he could never refuse. The touching post featured two candid snapshots, one showing Suniel planting a kiss on a young Athiya’s cheek and another capturing a joyful moment of him holding her in his arms.
Reflecting on their enduring bond, the doting father wrote that watching his daughter navigate her own path has only made him realize that some things never change. He expressed his immense love for her, noting that his feelings for his daughter go far beyond what words can describe. The post quickly became a hit with fans, offering a rare and sweet glimpse into the private life of the Shetty family.
Athiya, who made her Bollywood debut in the 2015 film Hero alongside Sooraj Pancholi, has since appeared in projects like Mubarakan and Motichoor Chaknachoor. Her personal life has also been a major highlight for fans, following her intimate wedding to cricketer KL Rahul at the family’s Khandala farmhouse in January 2023. The couple recently embraced parenthood, welcoming their daughter, Evaarah, in March 2024. The arrival of the newborn, whom the couple described as their “gift of God,” marks a new and exciting chapter for the family as they celebrate Athiya’s special day.