In a heartwarming display of nostalgia, Kiara Advani recently reacted to a throwback video featuring an early encounter with her now-husband, Sidharth Malhotra, sparking a wave of adoration from fans. The video, reportedly from 2016, captures a candid moment where the two actors seemingly bumped into each other, long before their paths intertwined professionally and romantically.
"2016 feels special now," Kiara posted on her social media, accompanied by a heart emoji, acknowledging the significance of that seemingly ordinary meeting in hindsight. The post quickly went viral, with fans flooding the comments section with messages celebrating their enduring love story.
Kiara and Sidharth's relationship has been a subject of public fascination since they starred together in the critically acclaimed film Shershaah in 2021. While rumors of their romance circulated for years, the couple remained tight-lipped about their personal lives. They first met at the wrap-up party for Kiara's film 'Lust Stories' in 2018. Kiara herself confirmed it in Koffee With Karan Season 7, where she shared, "We started talking at the wrap-up party of Lust Stories, which we crashed. We casually met. I'll never forget that night.".
Their on-screen chemistry in Shershaah, where they portrayed the real-life couple Captain Vikram Batra and Dimple Cheema, fueled further speculation and won them a legion of fans who admired their natural connection. Before the premiere of their film in 2021, Kiara also celebrated her 29th birthday with Sidharth.
The couple officially tied the knot on February 7, 2023, in a private ceremony held at the Suryagarh Palace in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. The wedding garnered significant media attention, and their photos became the most-liked Instagram post in India at the time. In March 2025, Kiara and Sidharth announced that they were expecting their first child together. On July 16, 2025, the couple welcomed their daughter, Saraayah.
The throwback video and Kiara's heartfelt reaction have reignited the public's interest in their journey, prompting fans to share old and new pictures of the couple, celebrating their "2016 to 2026" journey. This "2016 to 2026" trend is all over social media. Kiara's recent birthday wish for Sidharth, where she called him "Saraayah's favorite human," also went viral, showcasing their strong family bond. Kiara uploaded a handsome picture of the 'Shershaah' actor in a blue shirt and orange shorts. This was followed by a snap of Sidharth's birthday cake, which had "Saraayah's papa" and "Daddy cool" written on it.
The enduring appeal of Kiara and Sidharth's love story lies in its authenticity and the genuine connection they share, which resonates with fans who have followed their journey from its early days to their current status as a beloved Bollywood couple and parents.
