Television actor Devoleena Bhattacharjee, renowned for her role as Gopi Modi in Saath Nibhaana Saathiya, has embraced motherhood. The actor and her husband Shanawaz Shaikh welcomed their first child, a baby boy, on December 18, 2024. Devoleena shared the joyous news with her fans and followers on Instagram, expressing her excitement about the new chapter in their lives.
Announcement of Their Bundle of Joy
Devoleena posted a heartfelt video on Instagram, announcing the arrival of her son. She wrote, “Thrilled to announce the arrival of our bundle of joy, our baby boy on December 18.” Accompanying the video, the caption read, “Hello world! Our little angel BOY is here…18/12/2024.” The couple’s industry friends and fans flooded the post with congratulatory messages, celebrating the milestone.
Addressing Pregnancy Rumors
Earlier this year, Devoleena addressed speculation about her pregnancy. In June, she dismissed rumors circulating on social media, stating, “Whenever I feel like sharing such news with you all, I will do it myself. For now, please do not bother me.” However, on August 15, she officially confirmed her pregnancy through a heartfelt post featuring pictures from a panchamrit ritual, traditionally observed by expectant mothers.
Devoleena and Shanawaz’s Journey Together
Devoleena tied the knot with Shanawaz Shaikh in December 2022 through a court marriage in Lonavala, attended by close friends. Despite receiving backlash and facing trolls for her inter-faith marriage, the actor remained steadfast. In an interview with E-Times in October 2023, she addressed the criticism, saying, “If I had married a wealthy man, I’d have been labeled a gold-digger, and if I married someone like SRK (Shah Rukh Khan), they would have said usne kaisi ladki se shaadi kar lee (What kind of girl did he marry).”
Career Highlights
Devoleena Bhattacharjee is widely loved for her portrayal of Gopi Modi in Saath Nibhaana Saathiya, one of Indian television’s longest-running shows. She also participated in Bigg Boss 13, one of the most successful seasons of the reality show. Though she didn’t win, she became a prominent figure in the show’s history. Devoleena returned as a proxy for Eijaz Khan in Bigg Boss 14 and later as a wildcard contestant in Bigg Boss 15.
As Devoleena and Shanawaz step into this new phase of life, their fans and well-wishers continue to pour in love and blessings for the happy family.
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