It is time to say hello to the newest parents of Bollywood! Ali Fazal and Richa Chadha have been blessed with a baby girl. The two actors kept things quite low-key when they were in the initial phase of their relationship. Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal tied the knot in 2020 during the pandemic but postponed their public celebrations until 2022. Now, they are parents to an adorable bundle of joy, born on July 16, 2024.

Here is revisiting the relationship of Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal, their friendship and love culminating into marriage and parenthood. Richa Chadha’s Maternity Shoot Pictures With Husband Ali Fazal; ‘Heeramandi’ Actress Flaunts Baby Bump in Latest Monochrome Photos.

When 'Fukrey' Made Them Friends

Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal first met on the sets of Fukrey in 2012. Richa Chadha aced the character of Bholi Punjaban in the film, which is now a cult in modern Bollywood films. Ali Fazal was also an integral part of the comedy. It seems the two bonded instantly and their friendship grew stronger by the day. From 2015, they began to date. This was revealed by a close friend before their wedding.

Couple Appearance in Italy and Los Angeles for 'Victoria & Abdul'

In 2017, Ali Fazal starred with acting legend Dame Judi Dench in Victoria & Abdul. Richa Chadha was there with him in Venice and Los Angeles for the film's promotions. Many asked the actor about his personal life. Ali had said that he hoped they were somewhere close to being in “love” and did not wish to talk much to jeopardise their beautiful friendship.

Richa Chadha Expressed Pride in Ali Fazal’s Performance

 

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Proposal in Maldives in 2019

In 2020, the two did a bridal shoot for a magazine. Richa Chadha said that he proposed to her on a secluded beach in the Maldives. She said that he slept off for 10 minutes after the proposal, as he was stressed about it!

Wedding in 2020

Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal quietly tied the knot under the Special Marriage Act in 2020. But they did not have any celebrations due to the pandemic. Later in 2022, they held functions in Delhi and Lucknow to celebrate their union. The couple stunned in traditional wear, as they enjoyed with close friends and family.

Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal’s Moments of 2022

 

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Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal Welcome Baby Girl

Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal had announced some months back that they were going to be parents soon. On July 18, they put out a joint statement on the birth of their baby, which read, "We are tickled pink with joy to announce the arrival of a healthy baby girl on 16.07.24! Our families are overjoyed, and we thank our well-wishers for their love and blessings!”

Congratulations to Richa Chadha and Ali Fazal on this new phase of their life!

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jul 18, 2024 08:04 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).