Bollywood actor Anushka Sharma recently took to her Instagram stories to share a heartwarming moment from her family’s Raksha Bandhan celebrations. This year’s Raksha Bandhan was particularly special as it marked her baby boy Akaay’s first rakhi with his elder sister Vamika. A celebrated festival in India, Raksha Bandhan traditionally celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters, and Anushka ensured that her followers got a glimpse of this joyous occasion at their home.
The Bollywood actress posted a picture of two exquisitely crocheted rakhis shaped like cars, symbolizing the love and bond between her two children. Accompanying this adorable picture, she wrote, simply yet poignantly, “Happy Raksha Bandhan” on her Instagram story. These glimpses from her personal life provided a heartfelt moment for her numerous fans and followers.
Virat Kohli, the former Indian cricket captain, and Anushka Sharma tied the knot in a dreamy ceremony in Italy on December 11, 2017. Their wedding was the talk of the town, capturing the hearts of millions. The celebrity couple welcomed their first child, Vamika, on January 11, 2021. Since then, they have been pretty tight-lipped about sharing details of their personal lives, especially when it comes to their children. Even during Anushka’s second pregnancy, the details were kept under wraps.
Earlier this year, on February 15, Virat and Anushka announced the birth of their second child, a son named Akaay. The couple shared this joyous news through a heartfelt social media post. “With abundant happiness and our hearts full of love, we are pleased to inform everyone that on 15th February, we welcomed our baby boy Akaay & Vamika’s little brother into this world. We seek your blessings and good wishes during this beautiful time in our lives. We request you to kindly respect our privacy at this time. Love & Gratitude. Virat & Anushka,” they wrote, inviting an outpouring of love and blessings from their fans.
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From the very beginning, Virat and Anushka have made conscientious efforts to keep Vamika and now Akaay away from the media spotlight. They have expressed their reasoning behind this decision through various statements. “We have decided as a couple to not expose our child to social media before she has an understanding of what social media is and can make her own choice,” read one such official statement issued by the couple. This thoughtful approach has been well-appreciated by fans and the media alike.
In a gesture of gratitude toward the paparazzi for respecting their children’s privacy, the couple sent out gift hampers in May. The hampers included practical goodies such as a power bank, a small bag for storing essentials, a smartwatch, and a water bottle. Along with these items, a heartfelt note was included, expressing their thanks. The note read, “Thank you for respecting the privacy of our kids and for always being cooperative! Love, Anushka and Virat.”
On the professional front, Anushka Sharma has been busy with her upcoming project, ‘Chakda Xpress’. This much-anticipated sports biopic is based on the life of former Indian cricketer Jhulan Goswami. Set to stream on an OTT platform, the film has generated significant buzz. However, the final release date for ‘Chakda Xpress’ is yet to be confirmed. Fans of both cricket and cinema are eagerly awaiting to see Anushka step into the shoes of the cricket legend.
The couple’s ability to maintain a balance between their public and private lives has been commendable. By sharing snippets of special moments like Raksha Bandhan, they manage to keep their fans connected while still ensuring their children’s privacy is respected.
In sum, the Raksha Bandhan celebration at Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli’s household this year was special not just for what it symbolized but also for how it symbolizes the couple’s dedication to family values and traditions. As they continue to navigate the complexities of fame and privacy, their approach sets a new standard for celebrity parenthood in the age of social media.
