Kiara Advani Turns 34: How Sidharth Malhotra Went From Being Her On-Screen Co-Star To Real-Life Partner

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Kiara Advani turns 34 today, and with each passing year, her story-on and off screen keeps evolving in ways that feel personal, steady, and real. Over time, she's moved through roles, choices, and milestones at her own pace including a relationship with Sidharth Malhotra that steadily grew into marriage and now parenthood.

Here's all about two people getting to know each other and making space for one another as life unfolded amidst the glitz and glamour of Bollywood.

The First Meeting And A Film That Brought Them Closer

Kiara and Sidharth first crossed paths at the wrap party for 'Lust Stories' in late 2018. At the time, they were both working on different projects, but the connection between them was easy. Nothing official was said, but those close to them noticed the change when they began working together on 'Shershaah', which started filming in 2019.

It was during 'Shershaah' where Sidharth played Captain Vikram Batra and Kiara played his partner Dimple that their bond became more visible, even if they still kept things personal and low-key off screen.

Shared Holidays And Growing Comfort

Rumours of them dating began to take shape when they were both seen in South Africa at the same time around New Year's 2020. Their solo vacation photos posted from similar locations sparked interest, and over time, they were seen together at family events, birthdays, and weddings. Nothing was said directly, but the signs were there.

By 2021, they were attending parties and weddings as a pair. Sidharth was present at Kiara's birthday celebration. She returned the gesture at his events. There were no red carpet statements, but they weren't hiding either.

What Kiara Said About Him

On Koffee With Karan, Kiara acknowledged they were "more than close friends." Shahid Kapoor, who was on the couch with her, teased her too saying, "Be ready for a big announcement sometime at the end of the year... it's not a movie." She smiled, didn't confirm anything, but didn't deny it either. That easy, natural way of speaking about Sidharth gave people a better picture than a press release ever could.

The Proposal In Rome

Sometime in late 2022, Sidharth planned a trip to Rome with his family, and Kiara joined them. It was their first proper holiday together with his side of the family, and she later shared that she had a feeling something important might happen.

During the trip, after a candlelight dinner at a Michelin-star restaurant, Sidharth took her for a walk. A violinist appeared, and his young nephew was ready with a camera, hiding nearby. That's when Sidharth went down on one knee. Kiara didn't say anything immediately-just smiled. And then, in true Sidharth style, he broke the silence by quoting a line from their movie 'Shershaah': "Dilli ka seedha, sadha launda hoon..."

Kiara burst out laughing. She said yes.

Later that evening, they video-called her parents and Karan Johar to share the news. She revealed she had told Sidharth earlier that she'd like him to speak to her parents before proposing-and he had.

A Wedding In Rajasthan

On 7 February 2023, they got married in an intimate ceremony at the Suryagarh Palace in Jaisalmer. The wedding photos were warm and simple, and ended up being the most-liked wedding post in India on Instagram. They didn't give away much, but what they did share was enough.

Becoming Parents

In February 2025, Kiara and Sidharth announced that they were expecting their first child. There was no elaborate build-up-just a photo and a caption that read:
"The greatest gift of our lives."

On 15 July 2025, just a few weeks before Kiara's birthday, the couple welcomed a baby girl. Sidharth was seen visiting the Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai with his mother and Kiara soon after, without any fuss.

The couple have chosen not to share their daughter's photos, politely requesting privacy, something more celebrities are beginning to do when it comes to their children.

Where They Are Now

Sidharth and Kiara still keep things simple. They're rarely in the headlines unless it's work-related. There are no long interviews about their relationship, and they've never tried to define it for the public.

What's clear, though, is that they've gone about this in a way that makes sense for them-by checking in with each other, involving their families, and moving forward at their own pace.

Kiara At 34: Steady, Grounded, And Building Her Own Path

As Kiara turns 34, she's in a new phase of life-balancing work with motherhood, and continuing to choose what she shares with the world. The story of her relationship with Sidharth isn't built on spectacle. It's shaped by time, trust, and two people gradually learning to walk together and maybe that's what makes it so strong.