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IN PHOTOS | Athiya Shetty & KL Rahul are married: Here's a look at their love story

Bollywood actor Athiya Shetty and Indian cricketer KL Rahul on January 23 tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in presence of close family members and friends, at Athiya's actor father Suniel Shetty's farmhouse in Khandala, which is about 82 kms from Mumbai.
Bollywood actor Athiya Shetty and Indian cricketer KL Rahul on January 23 tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in presence of close family members and friends, at Athiya's actor father Suniel Shetty's farmhouse in Khandala, which is about 82 kms from Mum
Bollywood actor Athiya Shetty and Indian cricketer KL Rahul on January 23 tied the knot in an intimate ceremony in presence of close family members and friends, at Athiya's actor father Suniel Shetty's farmhouse in Khandala, which is about 82 kms from Mum
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The bride looked resplendent in a subtle pink chikankari lehenga by Anamika Khanna, while the groom looked dapper in an ivory sherwani. Anamika Khanna revealed to Vogue that the lehenga 'is a labour of love and took approximately 10,000 hours to make.' Rahul's sherwani, also by Khanna, was paired with an embroidered long overcoat and a dupatta worn around his neck. He donned a layered emerald neckpiece. (Photo | Athiya Shetty Instagram)
The bride looked resplendent in a subtle pink chikankari lehenga by Anamika Khanna, while the groom looked dapper in an ivory sherwani. Anamika Khanna revealed to Vogue that the lehenga 'is a labour of love and took approximately 10,000 hours to make.' Rahul's sherwani, also by Khanna, was paired with an embroidered long overcoat and a dupatta worn around his neck. He donned a layered emerald neckpiece. (Photo | Athiya Shetty Instagram)
'In your light, I learn how to love -- Today, with our most loved ones, we got married in the home that's given us immense joy and serenity. With a heart full of gratitude and love, we seek your blessings on this journey of togetherness' - the post they shared on social media. (Photo | Athiya Shetty Instagram)
'In your light, I learn how to love -- Today, with our most loved ones, we got married in the home that's given us immense joy and serenity. With a heart full of gratitude and love, we seek your blessings on this journey of togetherness' - the post they shared on social media. (Photo | Athiya Shetty Instagram)
Athiya, 30, daughter of actor Suniel Shetty and Mana Shetty, made her Bollywood debut in 2015 with Nikkhil Advani-directed 'Hero', a remake of co-producer Subhash Ghai's 1983 classic of the same name. Rahul, 30, is currently serving as the vice-captain of the Indian cricket team in test cricket. (Photo | Athiya Shetty Instagram)
Athiya, 30, daughter of actor Suniel Shetty and Mana Shetty, made her Bollywood debut in 2015 with Nikkhil Advani-directed 'Hero', a remake of co-producer Subhash Ghai's 1983 classic of the same name. Rahul, 30, is currently serving as the vice-captain of the Indian cricket team in test cricket. (Photo | Athiya Shetty Instagram)
The bride's brother Ahan Shetty shared unseen pictures a few days after the wedding. (Photo | Ahan Shetty Instagram)
The bride's brother Ahan Shetty shared unseen pictures a few days after the wedding. (Photo | Ahan Shetty Instagram)
Sharing the picture, Ahan captioned the post, 'I love you both so much. Wish you all the love and happiness together.' (Photo | Ahan Shetty Instagram)
Sharing the picture, Ahan captioned the post, 'I love you both so much. Wish you all the love and happiness together.' (Photo | Ahan Shetty Instagram)
Stylist Ami Patel shared this picture of the bride and mentioned the designers who worked on the look, 'Anamika Khanna and her unique chikankari embroidery interspered with intricate vintage gold zardosi and jaal work made this couture lehenga a museum collectible. The most unusual colour just the right shade of pink blended with a nude. The stunning regal polki necklace juxtaposed with the single polki drop maang tikka by Birdhichand Ghanshyamdas is just jaw dropping. Kalire charms by Mrinalini Chandra.' (Photo | Ami Patel Instagram)
Stylist Ami Patel shared this picture of the bride and mentioned the designers who worked on the look, 'Anamika Khanna and her unique chikankari embroidery interspered with intricate vintage gold zardosi and jaal work made this couture lehenga a museum collectible. The most unusual colour just the right shade of pink blended with a nude. The stunning regal polki necklace juxtaposed with the single polki drop maang tikka by Birdhichand Ghanshyamdas is just jaw dropping. Kalire charms by Mrinalini Chandra.' (Photo | Ami Patel Instagram)
Stylist Ami Patel said in her post... 'Overwhelmed by this Understated chicness called @athiyashetty. The entire look is just pure art and sooo her! Such intricate detailing so many layers and yet so subtle.' (Photo | Ami Patel Instagram)
Stylist Ami Patel said in her post... 'Overwhelmed by this Understated chicness called @athiyashetty. The entire look is just pure art and sooo her! Such intricate detailing so many layers and yet so subtle.' (Photo | Ami Patel Instagram)
Photographer Rohan Shrestha shared this photo/post of his friend on her special day: 'Will you shoot my wedding portraits?' She asks. 'Sure Athiya but the wedding is tomorrow, I don't have my camera, we are in lonavala and I'm drunk already!' 'I don't care you owe me' she replies. 'Fine!' And here we are. My rock has gotten hitched and I couldn't be happier. I love you and I'm so glad I got to make these portraits for you on your special special day. You deserve nothing but the best.' (Photo | Rohan Shrestha Instagram)
Photographer Rohan Shrestha shared this photo/post of his friend on her special day: 'Will you shoot my wedding portraits?' She asks. 'Sure Athiya but the wedding is tomorrow, I don't have my camera, we are in lonavala and I'm drunk already!' 'I don't care you owe me' she replies. 'Fine!' And here we are. My rock has gotten hitched and I couldn't be happier. I love you and I'm so glad I got to make these portraits for you on your special special day. You deserve nothing but the best.' (Photo | Rohan Shrestha Instagram)
The couple is likely to host a grand reception in Mumbai for their friends and colleagues before the Indian Premier League (IPL). Suneil Shetty said he is as much a father to Rahul as he is to his daughter Athiya. The 'in-law' thing belongs to the past, he said. (Photo | Athiya Shetty Instagram)
The couple is likely to host a grand reception in Mumbai for their friends and colleagues before the Indian Premier League (IPL). Suneil Shetty said he is as much a father to Rahul as he is to his daughter Athiya. The 'in-law' thing belongs to the past, he said. (Photo | Athiya Shetty Instagram)
Congratulations to the happy couple! (Photo | Athiya Shetty Instagram)
Congratulations to the happy couple! (Photo | Athiya Shetty Instagram)
Athiya Shetty, on the occasion of KL Rahul's birthday, on 18 April 2020, posted a picture with him on her Instagram. Sharing a candid moment featuring the two, the actress wrote, “Happy birthday, my person [white heart emoji] KL Rahul.” That was her 'official' post announcing their relationship. (Photo | Athiya Shetty Instagram)
Athiya Shetty, on the occasion of KL Rahul's birthday, on 18 April 2020, posted a picture with him on her Instagram. Sharing a candid moment featuring the two, the actress wrote, “Happy birthday, my person [white heart emoji] KL Rahul.” That was her 'official' post announcing their relationship. (Photo | Athiya Shetty Instagram)
Both Athiya and Rahul have their roots in Karnataka. While Rahul was born in the state capital Bengaluru, Athiya was born in Mumbai and is of Tulu descent with her father Suniel Shetty belonging to Mangalore. (Photo | Athiya Shetty Instagram)
Both Athiya and Rahul have their roots in Karnataka. While Rahul was born in the state capital Bengaluru, Athiya was born in Mumbai and is of Tulu descent with her father Suniel Shetty belonging to Mangalore. (Photo | Athiya Shetty Instagram)
KL Rahul too announced his relationship with Athiya on Instagram on Athiya's birthday on 5 November 2021. (Photo | KL Rahul Instagram)
KL Rahul too announced his relationship with Athiya on Instagram on Athiya's birthday on 5 November 2021. (Photo | KL Rahul Instagram)
Along with a set of goofy pics clicked inside a restaurant, KL Rahul wrote, “Happy birthday my [red heart].” (Photo | KL Rahul Instagram)
Along with a set of goofy pics clicked inside a restaurant, KL Rahul wrote, “Happy birthday my [red heart].” (Photo | KL Rahul Instagram)
KL Rahul and Athiya started dating in 2019 after being introduced to each other one of their common friends. (Photos | Athiya Shetty Instagram)
KL Rahul and Athiya started dating in 2019 after being introduced to each other one of their common friends. (Photos | Athiya Shetty Instagram)
Athiya was last seen in the 2019 film 'Motichoor Chaknachoor.' (Photo | Athiya Shetty Instagram)
Athiya was last seen in the 2019 film 'Motichoor Chaknachoor.' (Photo | Athiya Shetty Instagram)
Here's wishing the couple a very happy married life. (Photo | Athiya Shetty Instagram)
Here's wishing the couple a very happy married life. (Photo | Athiya Shetty Instagram)
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