Bollywood’s golden couple, Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani, are now living their happiest chapter—parenthood. The duo welcomed their baby girl on July 15, 2025, at Reliance Hospital in Mumbai. While fans are eagerly waiting to know the little one’s name, an old interview of Kiara has resurfaced, giving everyone a sweet hint about her special connection to Priyanka Chopra.
The Priyanka Chopra Connection
Not many know this, but Kiara Advani’s real name is Alia Advani. She switched to “Kiara” when she stepped into Bollywood in 2014 to avoid confusion with Alia Bhatt, who was already an established star by then. But why “Kiara”? The name was inspired by Priyanka Chopra’s character in the 2010 film Anjaana Anjaani.
In an old Filmfare interview, Kiara shared, “The name, Kiara, was inspired by Priyanka Chopra’s movie Anjaana Anjaani, where she introduces herself as, ‘Hi, I’m Kiara.’ I thought, ‘What a beautiful name. If I have a daughter, I’ll call her Kiara.’ But before that, I needed a name for myself. So, I took it on.”
More Than Just A Name
For Kiara, the name wasn’t just about aesthetics—it was about identity. She wanted something unique that set her apart. And in a full-circle moment, the actress, who once thought of giving her future daughter the name “Kiara,” ended up making it her own stage identity.
Now that she actually has a daughter, fans can’t help but wonder—will Priyanka Chopra’s influence once again play a role in what Kiara and Sidharth finally decide to call their little one?
Kiara’s Thoughts On Motherhood
Even before embracing motherhood, Kiara often spoke about the kind of qualities she’d love her future daughter to have. During the promotions of Good Newwz in 2019, she said she admired Kareena Kapoor’s confidence, aura, and expressions, calling her a “10 on 10.” It’s clear Kiara had always dreamed about being a mom, and now that the dream is real, fans are excited to see what kind of parent she becomes.
Sidharth & Kiara: A Love Story Fans Adore
Their journey together is the stuff of Bollywood romance. They first met in 2018 at a party but grew close while shooting Shershaah in 2021. Their chemistry spilled off-screen, sparking dating rumors, though the two kept things low-key. By early 2023, Kiara confirmed their relationship with a playful birthday post, and just weeks later, the couple tied the knot at Suryagarh Palace, Jaisalmer, in a dreamy wedding.
Now, with their baby girl completing the picture, fans are just waiting for the big reveal—the name. Will it carry the Priyanka Chopra connection Kiara once cherished, or will the couple surprise everyone with something brand new?
