Mumbai (Commonwealth Union)_ Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal are about to embark on a new chapter in their lives: parenting. The pair, who married in December 2021, have officially revealed they are expecting their first child. The announcement was made on Instagram in a touching post that included a black-and-white Polaroid-style snapshot of the pair beaming. In the photograph, Katrina is gently cuddling her baby belly, while Vicky rests a loving hand on it.
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The couple captioned the shot, “On our way to starting the best chapter of our lives with hearts full of joy and gratitude.” The announcement was rapidly shared on social media, with fans and friends showering them with love and congrats. Additionally, industry colleagues like Zoya Akhtar, Sonam Kapoor, Janhvi Kapoor, Rhea Kapoor, and Varun Dhawan were among the first to respond, sending warm wishes to the soon-to-be parents.
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This joyful update comes after weeks of speculation. Rumors about Katrina’s pregnancy began circulating in late July when a video of the couple at a ferry port in Mumbai went viral. Fans spotted Katrina wearing loose clothing and strolling cautiously, which triggered online conversations. The frenzy grew in early August when news surfaced that the couple would be expecting their first child later this year. Sources close to the couple claim Katrina is currently in her third trimester and is expected to give birth sometime between mid-October and late October. While neither Katrina nor Vicky has confirmed these details, those close to them say the couple has chosen to keep things private and may share further updates only after the baby arrives.
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In recent weeks, Katrina has stayed away from public events, and her decision not to take on any new film projects since Merry Christmas (2024) only added to the speculation. Vicky, meanwhile, has been seen attending events alone, further fueling curiosity. On September 22, Katrina’s siblings, Isabelle Kaif and their elder brother, were spotted in Mumbai, hinting that preparations may already be underway for the baby’s arrival. Vicky Kaushal is presently filming Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love & War, which also stars Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor. Despite their hectic schedules, the couple seemed to be focused on enjoying this new and exciting chapter of their lives.