Bollywood’s favourite lovebirds, Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra, have finally revealed the name of their baby girl, months after welcoming her into the world. The couple, who became parents earlier this year, had chosen to keep their daughter’s name private — until now.
Introducing Saraayah Malhotra
Kiara took to Instagram to share the much-awaited update, posting a tender photograph of her newborn’s tiny feet resting against a soft green backdrop. Along with the picture, she wrote a heartfelt note:
“From our prayers, to our arms…
our divine blessing, our princess,
Saraayah Malhotra ✨”
The announcement instantly sent fans into a frenzy, with the post drawing thousands of likes within minutes. Varun Dhawan reacted with heart emojis, while Manish Malhotra sent warm wishes to the new parents.
The Meaning Behind the Name
While the couple chose a unique spelling, the name Saraayah is rooted in ancient tradition. Derived from the Hebrew name Sarai, it translates to “princess”, and was the original name of Sarah from the Old Testament. The modern form “Saraiyah” has been associated with purity, grace, and divinity since it began appearing in global name records around 2007.
Kiara and Sidharth’s customised spelling gives the name a personal, intimate touch.
The Couple’s Privacy Request
When their daughter was born on July 15, 2025, Kiara and Sidharth had thanked fans for their blessings but made one gentle request — privacy. Their note read:
“We hope to enjoy this new journey intimately as a family… it would mean a lot if this special time could stay private.”
To express gratitude toward photographers for respecting their boundaries, the couple sent pastel pink boxes of sweets to the paparazzi the day after the announcement.
A Journey That Began on the Sets of Shershaah
Kiara and Sidharth’s romance blossomed in 2021 while filming Shershaah, where he played Captain Vikram Batra and she portrayed Dimple Cheema. Their chemistry caught the audience’s eye, and in time, their on-screen warmth turned into a real-life bond.
After months of speculation, the couple tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in 2023. Today, with the arrival of baby Saraayah, they step into a new chapter — one filled with love, faith, and the joy of parenthood.
Final Words
The reveal of Saraayah Malhotra’s name has added another beautiful moment to Kiara and Sidharth’s journey together. Fans have watched their story unfold from reel to real, and now, as the couple embraces parenthood, the warmth pouring in from across the country shows just how adored they are.
